Latest properties and houses in Meyersdal, Alberton

Savvy property buyers in South Africa have taken to acquiring a home or commercial property through online auctions with great alacrity, says MC du Toit, CEO, Auctions & Sales for BidX1 South Africa.

The southern suburbs of Johannesburg have undergone significant growth over the past two decades with retail and residential development, and older suburbs experiencing a resurgence.

With the rand regaining some ground and inflation surprising on the downside this week, existing and aspirant home buyers will be relieved at the Monetary Policy Committee’s decision not to increase the repo rate, says Dr Andrew Golding, chief executive of the Pam Golding Property group.