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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:

Check your building plans before selling your home
Property Advice

Check your building plans before selling your home

It's vital to get your house in order before you sell your home and one of the things that can cause massive delays in the transfer process is an issue with the building plans.

How to choose your agent
Property Advice

How to choose your agent

If you're new to selling real estate, the task can seem intimidating and even a bit overwhelming - but luckily you don’t have to tackle it alone.

Pam Golding to hold their 6th annual garden show
Agent Advice

Pam Golding to hold their 6th annual garden show

Pam Golding Properties 6th annual garden show, in aid of East London’s charities, will be held on the weekend of 01 and 02 October 2016.

Parking problems in a sectional title scheme
Property Advice

Parking problems in a sectional title scheme

Parking space is very important in a sectional title scheme, however issues often arise around parking in common areas. Here are some ways to handle these issues.

Selling? Here's how to stage your home for photos
Property Advice

Selling? Here's how to stage your home for photos

First impressions count a lot and with online searches having become the most popular way to start looking for a new home, good photographs in a listing are extremely important.

Steady growth for Pretoria East’s property market
News

Steady growth for Pretoria East’s property market

The supply and demand of property in Pretoria East’s housing sector remains well-balanced, however, an upcoming increase in stock levels could result in a more favourable market for home buyers.

8 home-buying deal breakers to avoid
Property Advice

8 home-buying deal breakers to avoid

Purchasing a home is a huge financial commitment, which is why it’s crucial to thoroughly check out the property first before you make an offer.

Why the first offer on a home is often the best
Property Advice

Why the first offer on a home is often the best

There are exceptions to the rule, but there is a very good reason why estate agents encourage sellers to seriously consider the first offer.

How much power does a body corporate chairman have?
Property Advice

How much power does a body corporate chairman have?

A body corporate chairman does not have any more power than other trustees. A chairman who believes that he does can cause havoc in the body corporate.