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Interest/repo rate to remain unchanged: September 2025
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Interest/repo rate to remain unchanged: September 2025

A summary of views by heads of some of SA’s top real estate stakeholders on the MPC’s decision not to drop the interest rate this quarter.

Bank repossessions of private properties
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Bank repossessions of private properties

It can be devastating to have your home repossessed, but know that banks do everything they can before reaching that point.

How to flip and not flop in the South African property market
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How to flip and not flop in the South African property market

REMAX Southern Africa shares tips for investors who are looking to make a quick profit on a property purchase.

The rise of the auctioned property
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The rise of the auctioned property

Cape Town is emerging as the ideal city for residential property auctions, with trends similar to those in Sydney, Australia.

Home security must-haves
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Home security must-haves

Ensuring adequate home security is a critical factor for homeowners across South Africa, not only for personal safety but also for meeting insurance requirements.

Residential market sales prove 2025 optimism
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Residential market sales prove 2025 optimism

Just past the halfway mark of the year, ooba reports improvements across all major indicators.

South African real estate sector recognised as No 1 in two global surveys
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South African real estate sector recognised as No 1 in two global surveys

SA real estate is a stronghold in the fight against money laundering, and presents the most affordable properties in the world.

Key characteristics of starter homes
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Key characteristics of starter homes

A starter home is a small but affordable property, designed to attract first time home buyers and small families.

Five ways young South Africans are redefining property ownership
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Five ways young South Africans are redefining property ownership

The essence of real estate as a path to wealth remains unchanged but the future ownership landscape is influenced by the youth.