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This is why properties in the Cape are still fetching excellent prices
This is why properties in the Cape are still fetching excellent prices
Cape Town is now home to nine of the 10 richest suburbs in the country... read
Property
Greater private sector support needed for transformation in property sector
Greater private sector support needed for transformation in property sector
The latest Property Sector Market Size report by the Property Sector Charter Council shows that the sector in South Africa is estimated to be valued at R5.8tn... read
Commercial Property
Salt River urban renewal triggers growing demand in area
Salt River urban renewal triggers growing demand in area
Bordering Woodstock, Salt River is part of a R20bn urban renewal initiative across Cape Town... read
Taxing income on the sale of properties
Taxing income on the sale of properties

Graeme Palmer

When does income accrue to a taxpayer from the sale of immovable properties in the course of its trade? read
Double-digit growth at Vaal Mall
Double-digit growth at Vaal Mall
Vaal Mall has had an 18% increase in shoppers over the past year and an 11% increase in the last six months alone, driven by an array of new tenants... read
Market & Investments
Should property be considered an asset or expense?
Should property be considered an asset or expense?

Adrian Goslett

At first glance, the question seems to be simple to answer - of course, property is an asset. However, there is more to it than initially meets the eye... read
Growthpoint now in health property
Growthpoint now in health property

Alistair Anderson

Growthpoint Properties has launched a healthcare property subsidiary that owns four hospitals and a medical suite, as it looks to boost its domestic income streams... read
Rights offer pays off for Mara Delta
Rights offer pays off for Mara Delta
Mara Delta, the only pan-African property fund listed on the JSE, is set to be worth close to R8bn following a well-supported rights offer, according to CEO Bronwyn Corbett... read
Izak Petersen is the new chairman of the SA REIT Association
Izak Petersen is the new chairman of the SA REIT Association
Comprising all South African listed REITs (real estate investment trusts), members of the SA REIT Association represent a market capitalisation of around R400bn. Izak Petersen has recently been appointed its chairman... read
Tips for new property investors
Tips for new property investors

Issued by Private Property

Property is a great way to create wealth and those who want to secure their future should seriously consider tapping in to this market as soon as possible... read
Property Management
Amended property sector code is now legally binding
Amended property sector code is now legally binding
The Amended Property Sector Code, which was gazetted for public commentary towards the end of 2015, is now legally binding to entities and organisations operating in the property sector, says Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies... read
Constitutional Court to review whose duty is it to disclose historical municipal debt
Constitutional Court to review whose duty is it to disclose historical municipal debt

Chantelle Gladwin and Anja van Wijk

The Constitutional Court is reviewing whose duty it is to disclose historical municipal debt and whether municipalities have the right of recourse on new purchasers... read
Beware the rules when Airbnb-ing sectional title property
Beware the rules when Airbnb-ing sectional title property
While sectional title rentals are quite common, Paul French, commercial director for Coastal Property Management Services, says that there is a notable difference between long-term residential rentals and short-term holiday lets... read
Rental
How important is security in the rental market?
How important is security in the rental market?

Adrian Goslett

Security has been a major influence in property buying decisions, with South Africans among the most security-conscience home buyers in the world... read
Tips for investing in student accommodation
Tips for investing in student accommodation
Student apartments can be a great option for property investors, says Andrew Schaefer, MD of national property management company Trafalgar, but only if they know which apartments to choose and how to manage their tenants... read
Residential
My agent has undervalued my home
My agent has undervalued my home

Issued by Private Property

Sellers should be aware of the fact that the municipal valuation of their home may not be a true reflection of its value... read
Understanding your rights in a sectional title property
Understanding your rights in a sectional title property
It is important to know your rights and understand the conditions around use in sectional title property, says Paul French, commercial director for Coastal Property Management Services... read
How to spot a property bargain
How to spot a property bargain

Issued by Private Property

There are many factors besides price that astute buyers will consider before investing in property. Here are six factors to keep in mind... read
International
Echo Polska changes focus solely to retail property in Poland
Echo Polska changes focus solely to retail property in Poland

Alistair Anderson

Polish property landlord Echo Polska Properties (EPP) has decided to invest solely in retail properties as opposed to a mix of retail and offices, because of strong potential rental growth for shopping centres in the country... read
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Africa
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BON Hotels increase footprint in West Africa, signs twelfth hotel in Nigeria
BON Hotels has increased its footprint in West Africa with the signing of its 12th hotel in Nigeria - making the group the largest hotel management company in the country... read
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Business
Stricter water restrictions for Cape Town now in effect
Stricter water restrictions for Cape Town now in effect
The City of Cape Town has implemented Level 4b water restrictions with effect from July 2017 as dam levels remain critically low and reserves need to be built up during winter for the expected harsh summer months ahead... read
Jobs offered
Junior Property Manager - Cape Town
Leading Cape Town accommodation agency Cape Portfolios are looking for a junior property manager to assist their established team in Camps Bay as soon as possible. Read more >>

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