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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:

Women setting property trends
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Women setting property trends

These five statistics tell the story of how women are influencing the property market today.

How HNWIs finance property purchases
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How HNWIs finance property purchases

High net worth individuals (HNWI) finance their luxury property purchases through a combination of special products, which may including leveraging.

Spotlight on the suburbs: upper highway market update
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Spotlight on the suburbs: upper highway market update

Explore why Upper Highway’s sectional title market is booming as buyers race for value, lifestyle, schools and stock.

Affordability v eligibility
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Affordability v eligibility

Understand the crucial difference between home loan approval and real affordability before buying in KwaZulu-Natal’s changing property market.

What buyers notice in the first 30 seconds of a viewing
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What buyers notice in the first 30 seconds of a viewing

Discover what buyers notice first at a viewing and how small details can shape their entire impression.

Prepaid: pay for what you use, not what is estimated
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Prepaid: pay for what you use, not what is estimated

There is an increasing rise in the demand for prepaid power and water meters in Sectional Title schemes.

Private Property’s blueprint on becoming a property investor: Part Five
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Private Property’s blueprint on becoming a property investor: Part Five

Learn how to secure the right tenant, manage leases, and grow your property portfolio with confidence.

Smart strategies to ensure safe housing for ageing parents
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Smart strategies to ensure safe housing for ageing parents

Adult children are increasingly housing ageing parents. Here’s how to do it without sacrificing your own financial future.

Municipal valuations increase
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Municipal valuations increase

There is a deadline for checking the new municipal valuation of your property.