South Africa

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.

Prep your home for the holidays
Lifestyle and Decor

Prep your home for the holidays

December is just around the corner, before you take your well-earned break, spare some thought for your home and make sure that everything is in order so that you don’t return to a nasty surprise.

Are suburban boom gates a good idea?
Property Advice

Are suburban boom gates a good idea?

Brooklyn residents scored a victory recently when the court gave them permission to implement road closures. So, what are the pros and cons of booming off an area?

Interest rate decision a welcome reprieve for economy and housing market
News

Interest rate decision a welcome reprieve for economy and housing market

The decision by the South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee to retain the repo rate at 7% (home loan base rate of 10.5%) is a welcome reprieve for the economy and housing market.

A victory for property owners
News

A victory for property owners

Terrific news for the property market. A recent court judgment has indicated that owners will no longer be liable for historical municipal debt on their property.

New sectional title legislation: What property owners and investors must know
News

New sectional title legislation: What property owners and investors must know

New legislation that was gazetted last month has major implications for the budgets and administration of sectional title schemes. Find out how they will affect you.

Protecting your finances in a no-growth economy
Property Advice

Protecting your finances in a no-growth economy

Find out what can be done to ensure that you can hang on to your existing home – or perhaps even become a homeowner for the first time in the current economy.

Small homes are offering the largest gains
News

Small homes are offering the largest gains

Who said size doesn’t matter? Smaller homes are proving to be savvy investments, with greater returns in comparison to medium or large sized homes.

South Africa’s crime hotspots – and how to stay safe
Property Advice

South Africa’s crime hotspots – and how to stay safe

Recently released crime stats show that crime still remains stubbornly high. Here are a few cost-effective security measures that you can implement at your home.

Repo rate decision a timeous spring boost for home buyers
News

Repo rate decision a timeous spring boost for home buyers

Dr Andrew Golding, CE of the Pam Golding Property group, said that South Africa’s housing market continues to demonstrate maturity and ongoing resilience.


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