Browsing by Subject "property studies"

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    From policy to practice: examining the impact and implementation of the rapid land release program in addressing South Africa's housing backlog
    (2025) Meka, Kgothatso; Mooya, Manya
    This dissertation critically examines the Rapid Land Release Program (“RLRP”) as a policy intervention designed to address South Africa's persistent housing backlog. The RLRP, rooted in the principles of incremental housing, aims to provide serviced land to beneficiaries for self-construction, reflecting a shift from traditional, fully built housing approaches. This study evaluates the program's implementation, its alignment with national housing objectives, and its capacity to address housing inequalities effectively. Adopting a qualitative research approach, the study utilizes semi-structured interviews with policymakers, housing practitioners, and community leaders, complemented by document analysis of academic literature and relevant policy frameworks. The findings reveal both opportunities and challenges inherent in the RLRP. Key strengths include its potential to empower communities, reduce fiscal burdens, and promote sustainable housing delivery. However, the study identifies critical gaps in institutional capacity, policy clarity, and infrastructure delivery that hinder the program's success. The research highlights the need for strengthened intergovernmental coordination, enhanced community engagement, and robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks to address these challenges. Furthermore, the study emphasizes the importance of aligning the RLRP with broader housing policies to ensure it serves diverse population segments, including the very poor, who may be unable to benefit from incremental housing models. This dissertation contributes to the discourse on housing policy in South Africa by offering actionable recommendations to optimize the RLRP's implementation and align it with global best practices. The findings underscore the necessity for systemic reform and multi-stakeholder collaboration to realize the program's potential in addressing South Africa's complex housing needs.
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    Strategies for real estate brokers to compete in an increasingly technology-driven market: exploring the value of information search and transaction management
    (2024) Marshall, Justin Garnet; Viruly, François
    This research examines the evolving role of real estate brokers in South Africa in the context of advancing technology, specifically focusing on Information Search and Transaction Management services. With the traditional information asymmetry enjoyed by brokers being eroded by technological advancements, the study explores how these changes affect the perceived value of brokerage services. Employing a quantitative approach, including a literature review and online surveys targeting consumers and brokers, the study aims to understand the impact of technology on real estate brokerage services and identify effective strategies for brokers to remain competitive in a technology-driven market. The findings indicate a significant evolution in brokerage services, particularly in enhancing information search efficacy, owing to technological integration. The study also reveals that specific elements like negotiation skills and property-client matching significantly contribute to service value. Interestingly, areas like conflict resolution still heavily rely on the broker's human skills, suggesting a balanced need for technological and human elements in brokerage services. The research concludes that successful real estate brokers in a technology-driven market are those who effectively blend technology with their unique human capabilities. The study's implications point to the necessity for continual adaptation and technological integration by brokers, while also emphasizing their irreplaceable human elements. Future research directions include exploring effective technologies in various brokerage service aspects and potential advancements in currently underserved areas like transaction conflict resolution.