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Record-low arrears at risk after interest rate rise
June 26, 2026
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South Africa
PayProp Insights South Africa

Record-low arrears at risk after interest rate rise

South Africa’s interest rate cutting cycle is over, putting more pressure on tenants.

Agents are getting pickier about PropTech – and embracing AI
June 29, 2026
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South Africa
PayProp Insights South Africa

Agents are getting pickier about PropTech – and embracing AI

Technology plays a central and growing role in agency operations, according to PayProp’s newest State of the Rental Industry survey report.

Managed rental growth: Plan A for profitability in 2026
June 29, 2026
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South Africa
PayProp Insights South Africa

Managed rental growth: Plan A for profitability in 2026

Rental agencies have a clear plan for growth in 2026: sign more landlords under fully managed contracts.

May 14, 2026
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South Africa

Cape Town tariff ruling could change housing affordability nationwide

City services could get more affordable for high-value properties while putting extra pressure on low-earning tenants’ monthly bills.

May 14, 2026
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South Africa

Agents should rethink tenant risk as debt pressure mounts – new affordability data

As consumers’ debt burden mounts, agents will need to take a longer-term view of tenant risk.

May 14, 2026
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South Africa
PayProp Insights South Africa

How agency fees are changing in South Africa

Our latest State of the Rental Industry survey reveals that rental agencies are increasingly looking beyond traditional commission when pricing their services.

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