Positive outlook for the economy and thus for residential property in 2015, but it seems that both the "upside" and the "downside" risks to our forecasts emanate from the Energy Sector.
SA's listed property sector will be looking at new asset classes and territories to drive out performance, says Laurence Rapp, CEO of Vukile Property Fund.
Construction has begun on the new R84 billion city in Modderfontein, Gauteng, owned by Hong Kong listed Shanghai Zendai, with development of 300 residential units underway.
2015 could see further mild deterioration in residential and residential-related affordability, if our expectations of slightly stronger house price inflation prove true.
FNB property strategist John Loos says the past ten years in the residential property sector has been a rollercoaster ride.
Arrowhead acquires R1 billion residential properties; increases total residential portfolio value to R1.6 billion.
Commercial property players are increasing their exposure to the residential rental market.

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