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.

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What do estate agents actually do?
Property Advice

What do estate agents actually do?

Many people wonder exactly what it is that estate agents do other than advertise homes for sale and take prospective buyers to view them.

Price your home correctly for a quick sale
Property Advice

Price your home correctly for a quick sale

Sitting with a home that simply won't sell because it's overpriced can cause a lot of frustration. But how do you market your home for what it is really worth? We have some pointers for you.

Why you shouldn't reject a fast offer on your house
Property Advice

Why you shouldn't reject a fast offer on your house

Home sellers will often develop misgivings if they receive a strong offer shortly after listing their property, and wonder whether the property has been priced too low.

House prices are rebounding in Gauteng and KZN
News

House prices are rebounding in Gauteng and KZN

The housing market is surprisingly showing some bright sparks, in spite of the recession and weak economic climate.

Should you sell in a down market, or wait it out?
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Should you sell in a down market, or wait it out?

Economists have downgraded their outlook for the property market this year. With a slowdown in demand and prices expected, sellers may be wondering whether they should sell now, or wait it out

Property sellers are competing for a small pool of buyers
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Property sellers are competing for a small pool of buyers

There is a buyer's market in most areas currently and property sellers will need to offer greater value than the competition in order to achieve a sale.

What your estate agent should – and shouldn’t do
Property Advice

What your estate agent should – and shouldn’t do

It’s vital to choose the right estate agent to sell your home. Here are some of the things to keep in mind when engaging an agent.

3 types of real estate agents to avoid
Property Advice

3 types of real estate agents to avoid

Choosing a real estate agent is like choosing a mattress – make the wrong selection and you’ll end up with sleepless nights left contemplating all of the money you have lost.

The threat of fraud in the real estate industry
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The threat of fraud in the real estate industry

It’s not only unwitting buyers and sellers who are getting fleeced by increasingly brazen and sophisticated scamsters, but property professionals too

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