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Development boom boosts BrakpanKnown for its traditional mining foundation, the town of Brakpan has long been identified as a sleepy hollow located east of Johannesburg with very little prospect for property investors. The launch of a new mall and proliferation of new developments have brought an influx of interest in this East Rand town. By Ntokozo MasekoMistakes to avoid when selling or buying a home For both buyers and sellers, preparation is key. Do your research, work with professionals, and take the necessary steps to protect your investment. With the right approach, real estate transactions can be smooth and successful."Property market reacts to unchanged repo rateHere’s what the SARB's Monetary Policy Committee's decision to keep the repurchase rate at 7.5% per annum, and the prime rate steady at 11%, means for those in the property market.