In recent months, the highly publicised decisions by the High Court and Supreme Court in separate matters, found in favour of ratepayers, where municipalities over estimated – or in one case “thumbsucked’ property valuations, has drawn comment from Dianne de Wet, Professional Valuer with Massel Property Services and President of the South African Institute
*A letter from SAIV President Dianne de Wet (Dated: 07 June 2023) Dear Property Practitioner RE: Unlawfully conducting and offering free property valuations It has come to our attention that you are offering property valuation services to clients that you may not be qualified to offer. The Property Practitioners Regulatory Act states explicitly that a
The South African Institute of Valuers (SAIV) hosted its highly anticipated 114th National Annual General Meeting (AGM), Seminar, and Networking Dinner at the exquisite Devonvale Golf & Wine Estate in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The event, held from the 18th – 19th May , brought together professionals from the property industry across South Africa. With
16 January 2023. The environmental, social and governance (ESG) framework is a critical topic. The green premium drives the need for investors, property owners and property valuers to focus on ESG and incorporate these factors into their investment and valuation criteria. Concerning the valuation industry, in simple terms, it means that the property sector can
16 November 2022. The South African Institute of Valuers (SAIV) hosted the Berg Seminar at the Cathedral Peak Hotel on 28 – 29 October 2022. The place was abuzz as the delegates arrived in anticipation of a great speaker line-up and an exciting programme outlined with presentations, panel discussions, entertainment and engaging networking sessions
PRESS RELEASE As we move further into the academic year, five students at the University of Johannesburg are enjoying the benefits of furthering their education without a hefty price tag. Amongst the recipients are Nompumelelo Simani and Amanda Mtshali, who are underway with their Advanced Diploma in Real Estate, having each received a
24 June 2022. The South African Institute of Valuers (SAIV) hosted an insightful webinar chaired by Malusi Mthuli, President of the SAIV. The webinar focused on the valuation of wind and solar farms, as well as the impact on the property market in the aftermath of the recent devastating floods and the unrest experienced
PRESS RELEASE The South African Institute of Valuers (SAIV) has applauded the recent re-accreditation of three Wits University programmes in the property valuation profession. “This move is sure to benefit the industry and will see an increased number of professionals enter the market in the coming years,” reports Lerato Pooe, SAIV General Manager.
PRESS RELEASE The South African Institute of Valuers (SAIV) has announced that applications are open for their 2022 Mentorship Programme, from 7 March until 30 April 2022. The mentorship programme, now in its third year, aims to match young valuers with accredited professionals and open new personal and professional development pathways. The property
PRESS RELEASE It is well understood that the pandemic has been disruptive to our lives, habits, and entire industries. Restrictions and safety requirements have changed what we do, and where. The property market is one such industry which has seen massive shifts which may never be fully reversed – namely as a result
