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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:

Tips on financially protecting your home in a recession
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Tips on financially protecting your home in a recession

Make sure you are financially prepared to protect your home in a recession.

What to do with a lowball offer
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What to do with a lowball offer

With interest rates at their lowest levels in decades, a number of home buyers and investors are making really low offers to purchase in the hope of picking up property “bargains”.

Investing in Property? Airbnb May Be Your Next Move
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Investing in Property? Airbnb May Be Your Next Move

Investing in property to become an Airbnb host may be your next best move. Private Property offers you a quick guide to help you decide on your next property investment.

Top 5 pet-friendly areas to rent in South Africa
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Top 5 pet-friendly areas to rent in South Africa

Finding the perfect rental is no easy feat, especially when you have fur children to consider!

5 of the best South African suburbs to live in
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5 of the best South African suburbs to live in

In today’s world, suburbs have evolved to reflect a certain way of life for their residents. Our team discovered 5 of the best South African suburbs to live in.

Should you use your home-loan to consolidate debt?
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Should you use your home-loan to consolidate debt?

When home-loan interest rates fall as much as they have this year, home owners often start to think about using the equity in their properties to consolidate debt.

5 steps landlords can take against late-paying tenants
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5 steps landlords can take against late-paying tenants

Many landlords may find themselves in a predicament where their tenant is no longer able to pay monthly rent due to current economic circumstances.

Factors to consider before fixing your interest rate
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Factors to consider before fixing your interest rate

With interest rates being at a 50-year low, many South Africans might be contemplating whether now is the time to fix the interest rate on their home loan.

Peace-of-mind for property owners comes from building insurance
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Peace-of-mind for property owners comes from building insurance

As new potential home owners consider entering the property market, and existing home owners ponder how to budget for the future, the issue of home, or building, insurance has been highlighted.