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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:

Raised repo rate – implications for the property market
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Raised repo rate – implications for the property market

The announcement of an increased repo rate is disappointing news for mortgage holders, but economic recovery is within view.

Interest rate hike shock, premature and bad news as we head into the festive season
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Interest rate hike shock, premature and bad news as we head into the festive season

Interest rate hike shock, premature and bad news as we head into the festive season

What to consider when buying a second house
Property Advice

What to consider when buying a second house

Have you been considering buying a second house? This is how to go about buying and financing a second property.

Keep your home safe when you’re not in it...
Property Advice

Keep your home safe when you’re not in it...

Here are some tips to keep your home safe.

Medium Term Budget Policy Statement good for the property market
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Medium Term Budget Policy Statement good for the property market

South Africa’s Finance Minister presented his maiden Medium Term Budget Policy Statement, which by and large places emphasis on building confidence and stimulating growth.

How to maximise your property investments
Property Advice

How to maximise your property investments

Property is a rewarding investment opportunity but you need to consider certain factors before embarking on this. Which factors are these?

The art of house hunting: How to find the house of your dreams on a budget
Property Advice

The art of house hunting: How to find the house of your dreams on a budget

House hunting can be a difficult undertaking especially with limited finances. How can you find a dream house with limited finances?

The first homeowners guide
Property Advice

The first homeowners guide

Handy guidelines to some of the basic things you need to know about buying a home.

Is  ‘pre-approved bond/home loan’ a misnomer?
Property Advice

Is ‘pre-approved bond/home loan’ a misnomer?

Pre-approved is often a contentious term during property acquisition processes. What is the correct interpretation and application of this term?