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Cape Town bylaw change allows homeowners to unlock more value
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Cape Town bylaw change allows homeowners to unlock more value

Cape Town’s Municipal bylaw was recently amended to create an automatic right to build a second dwelling on almost all properties in Cape Town.

Property Advice

Renting out a property on an estate

Michelle Dickens, managing director of TPN Credit Bureau gives landlords advice on letting property in an estate.

Property Advice

A guide to buying investment property on an estate

Neale Petersen, the founder and editor of Real Estate Investor Magazine discusses the ins and outs of buying property on an estate as an investment.

Lean and green with renewable energy solutions – but are you adequately insured?
News

Lean and green with renewable energy solutions – but are you adequately insured?

More South Africans are opting for renewable energy solutions in order to save on electricity costs. These solutions are expensive however, so it is important to adequately insure them.

Why property in beautiful Cederberg is on the up
News

Why property in beautiful Cederberg is on the up

A charming country lifestyle and a variety of affordable property is attracting buyers to this stunning region in the Western Cape.

Running a business from home illegally will land you in trouble
News

Running a business from home illegally will land you in trouble

Just because the municipality has turned a blind eye allowing you to run a guesthouse from your home, this doesn't mean your neighbours are going to have to ignore the situation.

This is the type of home that millennials want
News

This is the type of home that millennials want

The millennials are going back to the suburbs, and they are mostly buying pre-owned family homes with three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a garden.

Buying your first investment property
Property Advice

Buying your first investment property

Buying your first investment property can be a challenging task, Private Property helps you work out how to buy your first home and navigate real estate investing.

16 ways to save money on your grocery bill
Lifestyle and Decor

16 ways to save money on your grocery bill

These days, it feels like every trip to the supermarket costs us more. If you’re looking at ways to save on ever increasing grocery bills, these tips will help.