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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Take the stress out of arranging bond finance

House hunters the world over are finding it more difficult to secure bond finance. South Africa is no different and those who apply for a mortgage bond are going to find that the process is far more complicated than ...

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Maximise your credit rating

When you apply for a home loan, there are a number of factors that influence your credit score. Generally, financial institutions strive towards a maxim of “only those with good credit need apply”. There are institutions that ...

Life vs mortgage protection insurance
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Life vs mortgage protection insurance

Legal fees, property transfer costs, stamp duties: the costs of buying a home can add up to an unexpected amount, and that’s before most consumers even look at insurance.

Ten reasons to invest in property in South Africa
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Ten reasons to invest in property in South Africa

Thinking of stepping onto the property ladder? Here are ten benefits of investing in property in South Africa.

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How to lodge a complaint against an estate agent

Miscommunication between agents, buyers and sellers can happen. Most often, these issues can be resolved, if not here's a guide on lodging a complaint.

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Buying SA property: tips for non-residents

Private Property looks into the intricacies of buying property in South Africa as a foreign investment.

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Sole mandates

You’re selling your property. You’ve named your price and contacted an estate agency. Apart from the obvious details, one of the first things your agent will ask is: “Can we do a sole mandate?” .

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Capital Gains Tax – you’ll need financial records

Although Capital Gains Tax (CGT) only applies on the gain from the disposal of a property, the gain takes the purchase cost into account. It is therefore crucial to keep accurate records of all the costs associated with your ...

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Bid to buy property

Learn the basics on how to buy property at an auction and browse all property auctions listed on our website.


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