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There is nothing stagnant about the property industry and Private Property will keep you in the loop through its dedicated Property News portal. Important elements such as whether it’s a buyers’ or sellers’ market, industry trends, and property news specific to South Africa are covered in this section.

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SA's most expensive homes are in these suburbs
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SA's most expensive homes are in these suburbs

Which suburbs have the most expensive homes in the country.

Sentiment plays a big role in the property market
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Sentiment plays a big role in the property market

Interest rates have a big influence on the residential property market but in SA, sentiment often plays an even bigger role.

Proposed tourism bill to affect Cape Town property
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Proposed tourism bill to affect Cape Town property

The Cape’s Department of Tourism published the Tourism Amendment Bill, but what does this mean for the property market?

Super-commuters - a big SA trend
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Super-commuters - a big SA trend

A growing number of SA professionals are choosing to live at the coast or in the country, and commute large distances to the city on weekdays.

Home buyers should make the most of stable repo rate
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Home buyers should make the most of stable repo rate

The MPC opts to maintain the repo rate at 6,75% and this is good news for those buying a home.

5 reasons why downsizing is on trend
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5 reasons why downsizing is on trend

The trend in South Africa of downsizing to smaller homes is due to these factors.

Property in South Africa a sound investment
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Property in South Africa a sound investment

Foreigners want their slice of Africa and South Africa is a popular option. Here's why you should get your slice too.

Investing in property on the Dolphin Coast
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Investing in property on the Dolphin Coast

Luxury properties on KZN's Dolphin Coast have strong investment potential.

Real estate experts weigh in on the elections
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Real estate experts weigh in on the elections

Now that the elections are over, real estate practitioners have dusted off their crystal balls and give us their opinion on the future of the property market.