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:

The great debate: buy or rent?
Property Advice

The great debate: buy or rent?

Should you buy property or rent? We look at the whole picture so you can decide for yourself.

Protecting property buyers and sellers from implications of defects
Property Advice

Protecting property buyers and sellers from implications of defects

A home warranty can address the challenges of purchasing a home with defects.

Do home sales go better with an agent?
Property Advice

Do home sales go better with an agent?

Should you sell your home yourself, or use an estate agent? Some tips to help you decide.

How a Comparative Market Analysis helps you sell faster
Property Advice

How a Comparative Market Analysis helps you sell faster

How does a homeowner calculate the "magic number" that will have buyers falling over themselves to be the first to make an offer, and make it easy for them to secure a home loan?

Lifestyle and Decor

How moving home can effect children

While there are many exciting aspects about moving to a new home, the move itself can be a very stressful process, particularly for the children. Here are some tips to help the move go smoothly.

Property Advice

New year, new you, new home

Focus your new year on the investment that never disappoints.

Estate agency commission stats
News

Estate agency commission stats

The industry standard and statistics about what estate agent commission is.

Will the falling rand attract foreign investment?
News

Will the falling rand attract foreign investment?

The weaker rand has made property far more affordable to foreign buyers and although some are undoubtedly going to take the bait, there is a downside.

Why sell or buy a home with a warranty?
Property Advice

Why sell or buy a home with a warranty?

The advantages to having a warranty on one of the largest purchases you will ever make.