Industry

There is nothing stagnant about the property industry and Private Property will keep you in the loop through its dedicated Property News portal. Important elements such as whether it’s a buyers’ or sellers’ market, industry trends, and property news specific to South Africa are covered in this section.

Do you really need a rental agent?
Property Advice

Do you really need a rental agent?

The tough economy is putting both landlords and tenants under strain. Could using a good rental agent help?

This is how agents decide on a selling price for your home
Property Advice

This is how agents decide on a selling price for your home

Deciding on a price for a property requires specific area knowledge, an understanding of the conditions surrounding the market and insight into the mind of buyers.

Is it time to give your agent the boot?
Property Advice

Is it time to give your agent the boot?

A good estate agent will alleviate some of the stress of selling your home. A bad estate agent will have the opposite effect, so make sure you choose well.

Don’t be pushed into buying an unsuitable home
Property Advice

Don’t be pushed into buying an unsuitable home

Buying a home is a big financial commitment so a buyer should be absolutely certain of their choice before signing an offer to purchase.

Pulling out of a sale could have consequences
Property Advice

Pulling out of a sale could have consequences

Selling a home is not child’s play and the seller needs to be absolutely certain that he wants to sell before he puts the property on the market.

Understanding the ‘who’s who’ of a property transaction
Property Advice

Understanding the ‘who’s who’ of a property transaction

Buying property is more complex than it appears to be on the surface. It’s important to understand the roles of the various role players involved in a property sale.

News

EAAB protects against unscrupulous agent behaviour

In the event of a dispute between an estate agent and their client, the EAAB will step in to ensure that the matter is resolved.

Essential questions for buyers to ask their estate agent
Property Advice

Essential questions for buyers to ask their estate agent

An estate agent typically represents a seller in any residential property transaction, but buyers are entitled to ask questions of them about the property.

How to beat rental crooks
Property Advice

How to beat rental crooks

Bogus agents and landlords are using the increasing demand for rental property to scam potential tenants. Here’s how you can avoid being defrauded.


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