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:

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Rands and cents of buying low
News

Rands and cents of buying low

With mortgage grants slowing down, and the supply of homes exceeding demand, is this the right time to invest in a new home?

A moving out guide for tenants
Property Advice

A moving out guide for tenants

Moving to a new house can be a stressful time, use this guide to learn what tenants need to bear in mind when moving out.

Make your sectional title stand out
Property Advice

Make your sectional title stand out

How to give your sectional title unit a unique selling edge.

What to ask before signing a lease
Property Advice

What to ask before signing a lease

Tenants in a sectional title property need to be absolutely clear about who is responsible for what, and what their rent actually covers, before they sign any lease agreement.

What is SPLUMA?
Property Advice

What is SPLUMA?

SPLUMA is a national regulation affecting those applying for land developments or new sectional title schemes.

Should you buy to rent?
Property Advice

Should you buy to rent?

How to make sure your 'buy to rent 'unit ticks all the boxes.

Choosing a quiet property
Lifestyle and Decor

Choosing a quiet property

How to find a home that can be your peaceful sanctuary.

Protecting your rental deposit
Property Advice

Protecting your rental deposit

Important advice from the professionals, for tenants, on the ins and outs of how to protect and get back your deposit.

2019 is the year for first time home buyers
News

2019 is the year for first time home buyers

What the South African government is doing to support first time home buyers, going forward.