The Property Corner with Rowan Alexander

In this episode of The Property Corner with Rowan Alexander, Rowan takes a look back at the South African property market in 2024. He chats about the ups and downs, whether the predictions made earlier in the year were spot on, and what’s been happening in the market. What’s Inside: - Interest Rate Relief: How the predicted rate cuts gave the market a bit of a boost and made buyers feel more confident. - Migration Trends: The Western Cape is still seeing a lot of new residents, but affordability could start causing some issues. - Buyer Pressure: The property market over R3 million is holding up well, but the sub-R1.5 million market is struggling with higher prices and rates. - Financial Motivation to Sell: The was a rise in property sales driven by financial struggles, particularly in the sub-R1.5 million segment. Wondering what’s going to happen in 2025? On the next episode Rowan shares his predictions for next year. Don’t miss out on this - he’s rarely wrong! We’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences with the 2024 property trends, so drop a comment below – whether you’re a property owner, tenant, landlord, or investor. And if you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your friends who are interested in the South African property market! Episode sponsored by: HeadZone Engine Rebuilders: https://www.facebook.com/people/HeadZone/100063983355749/ Subscribe to us on your favourite podcast platform : Youtube: http://youtube.com/@propertycornerza Spotify: https://shorturl.at/horJT Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/alFG7

We’ve hit some incredible achievements this year on our social media, including: - 81 000 followers across our social platforms 🌍 - Over 3 400 followers on YouTube 🎥 - 6 226 hours of playtime – that’s over 780 full workdays of content consumed! ⏰ We've loved watching our audience grow and seeing so many of you engage with our content. A huge thank you to everyone who has liked, subscribed, and supported our journey. We’ve had some epic events, like sharing our story with Balwin Properties - none of which would have been possible without you. Here's to even bigger and better content in 2025! 🙌 Stay tuned and thank you for making 2024 unforgettable! Subscribe to us on your favourite podcast platform : Youtube: http://youtube.com/@propertycornerza Spotify: https://shorturl.at/horJT Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/alFG7 #southafricanrealestate

Download the PayProp Rental Index Report here :  https://za.payprop.com/rental-index In this episode of The Property Corner with Rowan Alexander, we’re unpacking the latest PayProp Rental Index for Q3 2024 with Andre van Rooyen, the National Head of Sales at PayProp. We’re deep diving into the latest trends in South Africa’s rental market, exploring what’s driving rental growth, how the market is shifting, and what this means for tenants and property investors in 2025. Andre shares practical insights for anyone navigating the property market right now and concerned about rising rents or affordability challenges. If you’re an investor, we talk about how to make smart choices based on the current data. If you’re a tenant, we cover what you need to know about rental price increases. This episode is packed with valuable information whether you’re buying property in South Africa or just trying to understand what’s happening in the rental space. Make sure to subscribe and listen in on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to stay up to date with the latest information on the South African property market.

Curious how recent interest rate cuts could impact your wallet? 🌟 On this episode of The Property Corner, Rowan Alexander breaks down the latest reductions in South Africa's prime lending rate and what they mean for your mortgage instalments. Discover how even small rate changes can save you thousands—and why keeping your payments at current levels could shave two years off your bond! 🏡 This episode includes practical tips, easy calculations, and insights into what the 2025 property market in South Africa might hold. 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for valuable insights on real estate investing in South Africa, and catch this episode on your favourite podcast channels! Subscribe to us on your favourite podcast platform : Youtube: http://youtube.com/@propertycornerza Spotify: https://shorturl.at/horJT Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/alFG7