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Online vs traditional estate agencies
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Online vs traditional estate agencies

Various low-cost online estate agencies have entered the SA market recently. Will this new way of selling homes disrupt the traditional real estate model? Estate agency heads give their views.

6 golden rules for buying South African property revealed
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6 golden rules for buying South African property revealed

There are some rules that every property buyer should follow in order to get the most out of their property purchase.

Experience French-inspired splendour at Le Parc Residential Estate
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Experience French-inspired splendour at Le Parc Residential Estate

This new family lifestyle estate in Paarl offers exclusive homes from R1.675m.

Rising demand for homes in trendy Linden
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Rising demand for homes in trendy Linden

Linden has become one of Johannesburg’s trendiest and most-sought after suburbs with buyers becoming increasingly attracted to its cosmopolitan and community-oriented lifestyle.

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Don't miss the upcoming 2018 Property Buyer Show

Private Property is the proud sponsor of the Property Buyer Show - SA's premier property expo, offering first time home buyers and investors everything they need to know about purchasing a property.

Why young professionals are flocking to Killarney
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Why young professionals are flocking to Killarney

The historic suburb of Killarney has emerged as one of Johannesburg’s most sought-after destinations for younger buyers.

Banks are approving more home loans
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Banks are approving more home loans

Banks are showing an increased appetite to lend according to first quarter (Q1 2018) property statistics recently released by ooba, South Africa’s leading home loan originator.

18 important questions every property buyer should ask
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18 important questions every property buyer should ask

18 questions to ask your estate agent that will save you a great deal of heartache and money in the long run.

Why buyers need to be honest with their estate agent
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Why buyers need to be honest with their estate agent

Providing your estate agent with an honest assessment of your finances and needs will make it easier for them to match you with the perfect property.