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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:

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Property performance by age: Freehold vs sectional title vs estates
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Property performance by age: Freehold vs sectional title vs estates

What is the difference between freehold, sectional title and estates properties and how are they performing in the property industry?

The entrepreneur parent – buying a home for family & business
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The entrepreneur parent – buying a home for family & business

Buying a home for your family and business can be challenging. Here's how to make sure you choose the perfect home.

How pre-qualifying for a home loan can support your offer to purchase
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How pre-qualifying for a home loan can support your offer to purchase

Applying for pre-qualification for a home loan can help you make an offer to purchase in order to apply for bond finance.

How to cut expenses from your budget
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How to cut expenses from your budget

Learning how to manage your finances is an important aspect of financial freedom.

Everything you need to know about renting and owning property with pets
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Everything you need to know about renting and owning property with pets

Getting a pet means knowing how to navigate various rules and regulations that may be set ut by your landlord or body corporate.

What foreigners need to know when buying property in South Africa
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What foreigners need to know when buying property in South Africa

Non-residents need to comply with certain regulations when investing in property in South Africa.

Financially distressed home owners have options
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Financially distressed home owners have options

If you are financially distressed, there are a number of avenues you can take to alleviate the constrain.

17 Top secrets for selling a home fast
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17 Top secrets for selling a home fast

Sellers need to pull out all the stops to make their properties stand out from the competition and ensure it doesn’t languish on the market interminably.

Tips for the first-time property investor
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Tips for the first-time property investor

With current market conditions being so favourable to buyers, some South Africans might find themselves in the fortunate position to be able to purchase their first investment property.