Buying Advice

Constantly evolving regulations, a fluctuating market, ever-changing neighbourhoods… the property market is a constantly-moving industry that requires expert insight and knowledge. Private Property provides the latest news and advice on everything property related for all sides of the spectrum. In our one-stop Property Advice portal, you can find:

South Africa’s top 10 most expensive areas
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South Africa’s top 10 most expensive areas

Here are some of the most expensive areas in South Africa, for those who are curious and those who seek to invest in luxury properties.

Buyers are competing, don’t lose out on your dream, make a great offer to purchase
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Buyers are competing, don’t lose out on your dream, make a great offer to purchase

How to make a competitive offer to purchase.

First-time buyers flock as Cape Town market becomes increasingly accessible
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First-time buyers flock as Cape Town market becomes increasingly accessible

FIRST-TIME BUYER RUSH: For the first time in almost a decade, the Cape Town market is much more accessible to first-time buyers

What today’s buyer wants: New survey reveals the factors that drive property purchases
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What today’s buyer wants: New survey reveals the factors that drive property purchases

A South African survey has revealed the realities of today’s local property buyer, and what is most important to them when it comes to where - and how - they choose to live.

The lowdown on online property auctions
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The lowdown on online property auctions

Online property auctions have become the norm due to Covid-19 lockdown regulations and are almost certainly here to stay.

Top 10 Holiday Rentals Around South Africa
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Top 10 Holiday Rentals Around South Africa

Holiday rentals you should consider for your next vacation.

Reserve Fund compliance now urgent for ST schemes
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Reserve Fund compliance now urgent for ST schemes

Sectional title schemes are required t be compliant with reserve fund provisions.

The lifetime benefits of buying young
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The lifetime benefits of buying young

Why buying property at a young age is beneficial in the long run.

How to avoid the dreaded ‘double-commission’ disputes
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How to avoid the dreaded ‘double-commission’ disputes

Tips on how to make sure paying agent commission goes as smoothly as possible.