/ 19 April 2022

How high rental deposits have hamstrung SA’s property market

Up market: The price of residential property is expected to increase by between 7% and 9% this year. Oupa Nkosi, M&G
Higher lending rates and weaker economic outlooks will inevitably temper once spirited housing markets, with signs of cooling already in evidence.. (Oupa Nkos)

There is a risk of market failure for tenants and landlords alike

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