Landlord 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:

Buy-to-let guide: Education, teamwork and exit strategies
Property Advice

Buy-to-let guide: Education, teamwork and exit strategies

Property investor education and training is as essential as building your team of professional advisers and having a good exit strategy for every investment

Buy-to-let guide: Investing in buy-to-let property
Property Advice

Buy-to-let guide: Investing in buy-to-let property

Buy-to-let property investments have the profit potential to assist in creating financial freedom for anyone that desires it.

Buy-to-let guide: Where to start?
Property Advice

Buy-to-let guide: Where to start?

When deciding on whether to invest in a property, these are the 2 first important points to consider.

Student letting guide: An investor guide to student letting
Property Advice

Student letting guide: An investor guide to student letting

Investing in student accommodation is not suitable for all investors. Find out how to determine if this the right market segment for you, and how to take the initial steps.

Turn your home into a money-maker
Property Advice

Turn your home into a money-maker

If you’re feeling a bit of the pinch following last week’s budget speech, fear not! One of your most valuable assets – your home – could actually be the answer to some much-needed financial relief.

Landlords cautioned against upfront rental payment
News

Landlords cautioned against upfront rental payment

According to a recent press release issued by TPN Credit Bureau, landlords should proceed with caution when prospective tenants offer to pay their rent upfront in cash.

Semigration to boost Cape’s multi-faceted rental market
News

Semigration to boost Cape’s multi-faceted rental market

While rental yields will likely remain flat this year, a bumper year is expected for the Cape rental market.

Pet-friendly homes offer a distinct edge
Lifestyle and Decor

Pet-friendly homes offer a distinct edge

Landlords who allow pets have many advantages over their counterparts who don’t, including increased demand, higher rentals - and a better change of more responsible long-term tenants.

Female versus male tenants
News

Female versus male tenants

What the stats reveal about the differences between male and female tenants.