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Soweto's Protea Glen mall allures tenants
Developers of the R360m Protea Glen Shopping Centre in Soweto are trumpeting success, despite much deteriorated market conditions that have set in between conceptualisation and construction of the centre. ... Full story
Nedbank on the leading edge of the green building revolution
While maintaining its leading position in commercial property finance in South Africa, Nedbank Corporate Property Finance has also positioned itself as the trailblazer in terms of the green building movement in the country.
Hyprop concludes deal to dispose the Grace building Rosebank
Hyprop concludes deal with Southern Sun to dispose the Grace building Rosebank for R85 million. The transaction encompassed the sale of the entire building including the hotel premises and offices.
Investing in Listed Property: should you?
Recent market turmoil has lead to investors seeking alternative safe havens for their cash, and in most instances, gold has come up trumps. But as the adage about eggs in basket goes, you should not be exchanging your home and everything you own for bullion.
Rental deals available due to increase in industrial property vacancies
Vacancies continue to creep upwards in the local industrial property market, says Andy Beddow, a director of Baker Street Properties.
Soweto businessman Richard Maponya plans to invest over R1.1 billion expanding businesses
Four years after opening the multi-million rand Maponya Mall, Soweto businessman Richard Maponya plans to invest just over R1.1 billion within two years in building another mall and a motor dealership network.
Regus invests to meet soaring global demand for flexible workspace
Regus, the world’s largest provider of flexible workplaces, is set to make major investments to capitalize on the accelerating global trend toward flexible working
Landlords do not insist on 10% annual increase right now
Advice from a property professional: Take care not to overdo your rent increase. Tony Clarke, MD of the Rawson Group, warned landlords that the current “dire” economic situation has created a scenario in which landlords who insist on the usual 10% annual increases could find themselves losing tenants fast.
New retail enjoys success at Bedworth Centre
Bedworth Centre, superbly located on the corner of Ascot-on-Vaal and the R44 in Vereeniging, continues to offer shoppers in the region an increasing range of quality retailers.
Twin City brings shopping to Elim in Limpopo
Almost 80% of people who live in Elim, Limpopo, shop in other cities. Now this is set to change with Twin City Development’s retail strategy for the new Elim Mall.
Nedbank backs inner city development
Nedbank Corporate Property Finance has again thrown its weight behind urban renewal and the revitalization of the inner city by backing another development in the CBD of Johannesburg, the powerhouse of Africa.
Growthpoint secures Allan Gray as anchor tenant for its V&A Waterfront
JSE-listed Growthpoint says it has committed R684m for a new development on the landmark V&A Waterfront with investment management firm, Allan Gray, as an anchor tenant.
5 Star Johannesburg hotel in Rosebank to fall under the hammer
The Monarch Hotel, a luxurious boutique hotel in Rosebank and a heritage site, will be going under the hammer on September 28 in Sandton.
Plans to rejuvenate Liberty Mall in Welkom
The owners of Liberty Mall in Welkom are pursuing plans to rejuvenate the centre´s appeal in order to enhance the shopping experience - as well as boost traffic to the mall.
Gautrain blows new life into Centurion market
Demand for property in Centurion is set for a tremendous boost now that the Gautrain is up and running between Pretoria and Rosebank.
