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Alison Pretorius

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Estate Agent FAQ's
What can I do if my estate agent acted unprofessionally?
What are the criteria for a NQF4 qualification for real estate agents?
Should managing estate agents have a contract in place from the trustees?
What questions must a landlord ask their rental estate agent?
Why should I use a local real estate agent?
Why shouldn't I sell my house without an estate agent?
How do I become a real estate agent in South Africa?
Do managing agents have to comply with the regulated real estate agent education?
What is an estate agent's commission?
Can the landlord and/or estate agent do a credit check on me?
What is an estate agent?
What is an estate agent fidelity fund certificate (FFC)?
Estate Agent Property News Articles
How to buy a home in a tight market
Market & Opinion
How to buy a home in a tight market
13 Sep 2024
Buying a home in any market can feel daunting, however, it can become even more nerve-wracking when the market is tight and you need to make decisions quicker than you would have if it wasn’t. So how do you approach a tight market as a buyer? What do you need to do to secure your dream home?
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How AI is being used to scam property buyers and sellers
Technology
How AI is being used to scam property buyers and sellers
20 Nov 2024
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in real estate has revolutionised property transactions, offering tools for better property analysis and customer engagement. However, criminals are exploiting these advancements to perpetrate sophisticated scams that can be used to target property buyers and sellers in South Africa.
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South Africa’s property market: A balancing act between recovery and affordability
Market & Opinion
South Africa’s property market: A balancing act between recovery and affordability
18 Nov 2024
The South African property market is entering a new chapter, characterized by cautious optimism and subtle shifts in activity. Despite encouraging signs of renewed interest, house prices remain relatively stagnant, leaving buyers, sellers, and industry professionals wondering: What’s next for the property market?
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Rental growth surges in Q2 2024
Market & Opinion
Rental growth surges in Q2 2024
03 Sep 2024
Rental growth in South Africa surged in Q2 2024, reaching its highest post-pandemic levels. The PayProp Rental Index shows year-on-year growth peaked at 5.2% in June, outpacing inflation for the first time in five years. While tenants face rising debt burdens, landlords and rental agents are seeing real-terms returns improve, signaling a potential recovery for the sector. Provinces like the Western Cape are leading the way, with rental growth hitting 11.7% – the fastest since 2017.
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