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Now is the time to invest in SA residential property

Now is the time to invest in SA residential property

By Reinier van Loggerenberg, CEO, Craft HomesSouth Africa's residential property market is entering a decisive chapter. After several years of macroeconomic volatility, we are witnessing a convergence of forces that make this an unusually opportune

Geospatial Data is Transforming Property Development in South Africa

Geospatial Data is Transforming Property Development in South Africa

South Africa’s property development landscape holds massive potential. With demand for multifamily housing on the rise and evolving market dynamics, developers are under increasing pressure to identify the right locations that will yield high returns.

Why Rental Credit Checks Matter More Than Ever for Landlords and Tenants

Why Rental Credit Checks Matter More Than Ever for Landlords and Tenants

In an unpredictable rental market, landlords face increasing pressure to secure reliable tenants. With rents rising sharply in 2025, as reported by the PayProp Rental Index, landlords cannot afford to make leasing decisions based solely on

Private Sector Participation in Commercial Property Sector to Soar

Private Sector Participation in Commercial Property Sector to Soar

South Africa’s National Treasury has taken a significant step to streamline public-private partnerships (PPPs) by easing the approval process for projects under R2 billion. This change, which Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana gazetted in February, will

Preferental launches AI-driven app to revolutionise tenant screening in SA

Preferental launches AI-driven app to revolutionise tenant screening in SA

As South Africa's property management landscape becomes increasingly complex, the demand for innovative solutions that can simplify and streamline operations has never been greater.Preferental, a leader in property management innovation, has responded to this challenge

Local PropTech innovator achieves R4.8 Billion in sales in 2024, reshaping SA’s property development landscape

Local PropTech innovator achieves R4.8 Billion in sales in 2024, reshaping SA’s property development landscape

Consolidated data for 2024 from South African PropTech company Launchbase shows sales on the platform surpassing R4,8 billion in value. This is a seminal moment not only for the company but also for the country

From Bread Line to Bottom Line

From Bread Line to Bottom Line

The Future of the South African Realtor is questionable. Or, is it?In an industry marked by rapid change and growing demands, the South African property market stands on the edge of a significant transformation. With