Insight
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134Most affordable first home buyer hotspots in South Africa’s metros
Based on Lightstone data, young buyers are the second-largest buyer group behind the "settled" group (ages 36–50), accounting for about 30% of...
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245Johannesburg’s renaissance is already happening – Ronald Ennik, Principal of Ennik Estates
Ennik Estates’ Ronald Ennik ponders if there are still reasons to love Johannesburg, despite the decline.
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308Property rates, rebates and the race for votes – Only Realty comments
As the municipal elections approach, another battleground is emerging alongside service delivery - the monthly municipal bill. Some municipalities have introduced rates...
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169The PIE Amendment Bill: A shift in how evictions will be assessed
TPN Credit Bureau’s Rowan Terry expands on The Prevention of Illegal Eviction (PIE) Amendment Bill, which marks the most significant shift in...
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422Latest landmark court ruling to reshape how government land will be sold
The Constitutional Court's landmark Tafelberg judgment could reshape how government-owned land is sold and developed, with affordable housing now becoming a central...
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206LiDAR: From construction risk to asset intelligence – BPAS Architects
BPAS Architects’ Edward de Jager says that a LiDAR scan isn’t a fancy tape measure - when properly converted into a building...
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213Creating biodiverse gardens: How small choices at home can protect the environment
Simbithi Environmental Manager Ayanda Duma shares insights into how homeowners can create biodiverse outdoor spaces that not only enhance the beauty of...
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261The latest FNB data shows a new path to homeownership emerging among young South Africans
FNB’s Vanashree Naidoo reports that property trends show resilience, adaptability, and a growing appetite for smart, long-term financial decisions.
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138Rising diesel prices spark a shift in forest and garden sector strategy
With diesel prices at record highs, it's reshaping how the industry thinks about equipment, maintenance and long term value - the squeeze...
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298Mature buyers remain a powerful force in the South African property market
Older property buyers are leveraging their financial stability and lifestyle preferences to drive demand says Stephan Potgieter, CEO of BetterHome and and BetterBond.
