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Latest news from the South African property professional.

‘Walk in’ robberies on the rise
The increased risk of armed robberies by criminals posing as clients poses a serious problem…
27 February 2020

What EWC means for real estate
Since at least the end of 2017, when the African National Congress decided that land…
27 February 2020

Why EWC remains a concern
In his 2020 state of the nation (SONA) address the President said that government is…
20 February 2020

How electronic deeds registration will work
The Electronic Deeds Registration Systems Act (EDRSA) was signed into law on 2 October 2019.…
20 February 2020

Young professionals are changing the housing market
Signing up for a bond and making a purchase on a sizable house in the…
20 February 2020

Swindon in new association with Savills and PGP
South African commercial and industrial real estate organisation, Swindon Property, has cemented its position in…
20 February 2020

PDI exemptions coming soon
It will be easier for black people to become estate agents from 1 April this…
13 February 2020

No FFC after 6 months of emails and calls
For six months intern estate agent Seth Stephens queried the Estate Agency Affairs Board (EAAB)…
13 February 2020

Why couples must be ‘in tune’ when selling
The fact that South Africa recognises so many different kinds of marriage is a tribute…
13 February 2020

SA millennials buying into rentvesting
The world over it is almost impossible for young people to get a foothold in…
6 February 2020



