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Latest news from the South African property professional.

Comply with the Property Practitioner’s Act to avoid a R15 000 fine
The PPRA is currently carrying out inspections related to mandatory disclosures, franchisee marketing, and RCMP…
28 April 2023

Municipal rates going UP in major metros
Residential and commercial property owners who are still adjusting to the recent spate of repo…
28 April 2023

Instalment sales – a solution for those who can’t get a mortgage?
Buying a home is a big financial decision for anyone with most South Africans having…
21 April 2023

Real estate agents are working smarter in the current macro environment
In the current environment agents are having to focus their efforts where there is a…
21 April 2023

Buyers look to purchase security and convenience
Hayley Ivins-Downes, head of digital at Lightstone Property shares that residential buyers are opting for…
21 April 2023

BetterBond Property Brief – the interest rate chickens are coming home to roost
The second monthly BetterBond Property Brief data shows that the number of applications for new…
21 April 2023

Tackling affordable housing: financing rental properties in townships
The property industry spotlight is on townships in recent months, as more and more role…
14 April 2023

Landlord vs Investor – why property management is no longer enough
Property Management services are scarcely a new thing. In fact, most landlords consider their property…
14 April 2023

PPRA resolves to clear FFC backlog
One of the biggest frustrations agents have with the PPRA (apart from education) has been…
14 April 2023

Today is the last day to register for the 20 April PDE exam
Candidates wanting to take the PDE exam on the 20th of April have to register…
14 April 2023



