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Exploring the lasting benefits of film exposure on South Africa’s property market

South Africa is fast becoming a sought-after film destination, offering production crews incredible...
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Surge in rental demand: South Africa’s property market hits highest levels since 2018

Demand for rentals is growing, making the market the busiest it has been since 2018. Gauteng...
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How the 90-day US tariff relief will impact the South African property market

While the recent announcement by the US to implement a 90-day pause on most tariffs has been...
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Redefining home: why modern properties are more than just living spaces

There is a shift in the purpose of property, as homes are no longer just a living place...
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Cracking the code to property wealth: lessons from Darren Francis’s inspiring journey

Darren Francis - an award-winning property investor and now author - was not always the symbol...
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Mediation under the Expropriation Act: a new path for resolving property disputes

Where an expropriating authority and a disputing party do not agree on the amount, time and...
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Volatility abounds: What’s next for markets and economies in 2025?

A weakening US dollar is anticipated as global risk sentiment improves and interest rate...
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South African farm property values remain steady: no declines over the past five years

No decline has been observed in farm property values over the past five years. Sakhumzi May,...
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George building collapse: what the NHBRC report reveals about regulatory failures

The purpose of the National Housing Building Regulatory Council (NHBRC) and its relevance was...
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Luxury living without the price tag: the Southern Peninsula beckons

Investing in property along the Southern Peninsula is considerably more affordable in comparison...
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Groot Phesantekraal celebrates Anna de Koning with a Blue Plaque

Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Durbanville, the famed Groot Phesantekraal winery is...
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Record growth in self-employment linked to rising bond applications in South Africa

There is a notable increase in the number of resourceful South Africans striking out on their own...
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South African investment property achieves highest annual total return since 2015

South African investment property posted the highest annual total return since 2015, leading the...
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Discover why South Africa is one of the most affordable countries to build your dream home

South Africa remains one of the most affordable countries in the world to build a home,...
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Affordability crisis: navigating South Africa’s property challenges for future growth

Embedded in South Africa’s current and future property challenges is the issue of...
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Spear REIT welcomes Joan Solms as Independent Non-Executive Director

Spear REIT Limited (JSE: SEA), a leading real estate investment trust with a dedicated focus on...
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Resilient property market: growth continues despite looming VAT hike

Despite concerns over an upcoming VAT increase impacting transaction costs in the property...
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Cape Town’s luxury trophy homes are selling like hot cakes, with this one suburb’s prices soaring

The demand for luxury homes, particularly in the Western Cape, is on the rise  with foreign...
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How can South Africans improve their financial literacy?

People become more money-savvy when they start earning and gain experience in managing the money...
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Under pressure: KwaZulu-Natal property in doldrums while Joburg shows some recovery

The property markets in South Africa are experiencing a stark divide, with KwaZulu-Natal facing...
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Cape Town: a celebrity hotspot amid soaring living costs for locals

Cape Town, often dubbed the Mother City, continues to sparkle as a preferred haunt for the rich...
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Mowbray Golf Course redevelopment: We’re watching you, Ndifuna Ukwazi warns COCT

Housing activist organisation Ndifuna Ukwazi has warned the City of Cape Town not to use...
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Airbnb Community Fund announces grants to empower over 160 organisations worldwide

In a significant step towards empowering communities around the world, Airbnb has announced the...
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Patrick Fisher appointed as General Manager of Mount Nelson Hotel

Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town, has announced the appointment of Patrick Fisher as its...
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Technology is Changing the Real Estate Industry – Here’s What It Means for Buyers, Sellers, and Agents

The real estate industry has long relied on traditional methods—face-to-face negotiations,...
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WATCH: Meet the karate champions from Mitchells Plain breaking barriers

Mogamat Viljoen and Amy-Lee Siljeur has achieved their WP colours in karateImage by: Tracy-Lynn...
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From neglect to neighbourhood pride: The Moot Project’s artistic revolution in Pretoria

Moot in Pretoria artist Elsie Welch was instrumental in beautifying a wall in the Moot. This forms...
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Electronic Deeds Registration System (eDRS) launched: transforming land registration in South Africa

The Department of Land Reform and Rural Development has, through the office of the Chief Registrar...
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Three reasons why your home is not selling

Selling a home can often feel like navigating a maze, especially for those who find their...
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Considering your first home? Key tips to navigate the buying process

As many South Africans consider buying their first property, the journey to home ownership presents...
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Crisis: Young South Africans can’t afford homes as first-time buyer age soars to 37

Crisis: Young South Africans can’t afford homes as first-time buyer age soars to 37

The average age of first-time home buyers in South Africa now sits at 37 years of age when only a...
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Prepare for the hidden costs of home buying to avoid financial strain

Prepare for the hidden costs of home buying to avoid financial strain

Purchasing a home is not just about the price tag; it’s also about the myriad of costs that come...
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South Africans need more than just improved salaries to get onto the property ladder

South Africans need more than just improved salaries to get onto the property ladder

Improved salaries (both nominal and real) should spell good news. But, for embattled South Africans...
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Remote Revival: Reintegrating South Africa’s Attorneys into the Legal Workforce

While judges are ushered into retirement at 70, South African attorneys have the luxury of...
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‘Please support students amid housing crisis’ NSFAS urges accommodation providers

‘Please support students amid housing crisis’ NSFAS urges accommodation providers

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) urges accommodation providers to refrain from...
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Cape Town’s price tag: Can you afford the dream?

Cape Town’s price tag: Can you afford the dream?

The reversal of the semigration trend to Cape Town (CPT), due to high living costs, reflects the...
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Exploring the connection between year-end bonuses and homeownership trends in SA

Exploring the connection between year-end bonuses and homeownership trends in SA

Just over half of Standard Bank’s salary earning customers received a bonus or 13th cheque payout...
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Tshwane’s property rates set to surge in 2025/26 financial year

DA spokesperson for finance in Tshwane Jacqui Uys sounded a warning that property rates are likely...
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eThekwini Municipality writes off R526 million in deceased estate debt

The eThekwini Municipality has written off more than R500 million in debt from deceased estates....
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