Happy Friday, dedicated investors and subscribers!

Welcome to another edition of REI In-Focus, your gateway to the latest developments and trends in the world of real estate.

Grab your coffee, and let's dive into this week's Five Bullet Friday property headlines:

1. READ - Discover Cape Town CBD's Remarkable Post-Covid Recovery: Download FREE PROPERTY REPORT

2. WATCH - Reside Conference Video:

Tune in to the latest Reside Conference video for valuable insights and perspectives from experts in the industry. Knowledge is power!

3. READ - Seize the Moment: Real Estate Investment and CPI:

Now is the perfect time to consider real estate investments. Learn how the Consumer Price Index (CPI) plays a role in shaping your investment strategy.

4. READ - Mastering Capital Gains Tax Calculation for Home Sellers:

Navigate the intricacies of capital gains tax with our comprehensive step-by-step guide. Empower yourself to make informed decisions.

5. WATCH - Masterclass Replay: Women's Success in the Property Market:

Catch the replay of yesterday's inspiring Masterclass session. Explore how successful women are making their mark in the property industry.

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Wishing you successful investing and a rejuvenating weekend ahead.

Stay informed, stay focused, and keep your real estate dreams thriving.

Neale Petersen

REI In-Focus Team

Cape Town CBD’s remarkable Post-Covid recovery: Insights unveiled in comprehensive CCID Economic Report

The Cape Town CBD’s post-Covid economy is on the rebound with property investment in the inner city in 2022 exceeding R3.555 billion and the retail, hospitality and eventing sectors all being in a phase of regeneration. Click here to read more

A step-by step guide: Mastering capital gains tax calculation when selling your home

Adrian Goslett, Regional Director, and CEO of RE/MAX of Southern Africa, says that it is important for all homeowners to understand how Capital Gains works to make sure they remain fully tax compliant and to be prepared in case the need to pay CGT suddenly arises.

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Now is the right time to consider property investment: Interpreting the falling Consumer Price Index (CPI)

South Africans who have been hesitating to buy a new home due to high interest rates may finally be able to take the plunge.

“For the first time since April 2022, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) has fallen back within the Reserve Bank’s target band of between 3-6 percent,” says Renier Kriek, Managing Director at Sentinel Homes.

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