5 Steps to Agency Compliance with the PPRA

5 Steps to Agency Compliance with the PPRA

Compliance with the Property Practitioners Act is crucial for all developers selling and renting their properties in South Africa.

Understanding the New NQF4 Occupational Certificate

Understanding the New NQF4 Occupational Certificate

Learn about the new NQF4 Occupational Certificate for Property Practitioners in South Africa, including the benefits and differences from legacy qualifications.

Major Changes in the South African Real Estate Industry

Major Changes in the South African Real Estate Industry

Learn about the major changes in the South African real estate industry and how to become a registered Property Practitioner with the new Occupational Qualifications.

Required Logbook Confirmation Letter

Required Logbook Confirmation Letter for Candidates

Important notice: The Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA) has ceased accepting logbook submissions, both online and in-person at their offices.

EISA for NQF Level 4 Real Estate Occupational Certificate

EISA – Occupational Certificate: NQF Level 4: Real Estate: SAQA ID 118714

Everything you need to know about the External Integrated Summative Assessment or EISA that is now taking place in the new NQF level 4 in Real Estate.

The CPD Real Estate Program

Embrace Continued Growth: PropAcademy Highlights the 2024 CPD Program

We are thrilled to announce the commencement of the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program for the year 2024 in alignment with the PPRA.

Navigating the 2024 FFC & RC Renewal Process

Navigating the 2024 FFC & RC Renewal Process: Essential Insights from PPRA

The essential steps and documentation required for the renewal of Fidelity Fund Certificates (FFCs) and Registration Certificates (RCs) for 2024.

Fidelity Fund Certificate Renewal Update for Property Practitioners

Important Update on Fidelity Fund Certificate Renewal for Property Practitioners

The PPRA has announced a significant update regarding the renewal of Fidelity Fund Certificates (FFCs) and the handling of historical penalties.

New Standards & Pathways of Education & Training for the Real Estate Industry

New Standards and Pathways of Education and Training for the Real Estate Sub-sector

A summary of the new changes introduced by The PPA (Property Practitioners Act) to the regulation of the real estate industry in South Africa.

FIC Compliance Notice for Estate Agency Firms

FIC Compliance Notice for Estate Agency Firms

Recently, the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) issued a notice to all estate agency firms, instructing them to complete and submit their Risk & Compliance returns by the 31st of May 2023.

CPD The Way Forward

CPD: The Way Forward

The Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA) issued a notice to all estate agents obligated to accrue CPD points as part of their ongoing education.

Managing Agents and the PPRA

Managing Agents and the PPRA – Simplified

Why Managing Agents, who do not sell or rent properties, need to register with the PPRA, and why they must also hold a Fidelity Fund Certificate.

PDE Take-Home Exam

Revolutionising PDE: Introducing the Take-Home Exam

Experience the flexibility of PDE like never before by taking part in the PPRA’s newly introduced pilot project, available to all registered learners.

Get Qualified as an Estate Agent

Get Qualified to Uphold Your Status & Avoid Disqualification

Given the ongoing hurdles in the South African Real Estate Industry, we feel the pressure placed on you as a Property Practitioner, so let’s clear things up.

Recognition of Prior Learning & ServiceSETA Rules & Regulations

Recognition of Prior Learning & ServiceSETA Rules & Regulations

How you know you are being represented by an ethical Accreditation Centre, what determines that you are eligible for RPL, and how RPL helps you complete your course faster.

PPRA/EAAB Extension of the Education Requirements Compliance Deadline

PPRA/EAAB Extension of the Education Requirements Compliance Deadline

The PPRA/EAAB has extended the deadline from 31 January 2023 to 30 June 2023. All candidates must meet this deadline as it will not be extended again.

How to Become a Principal Property Practitioner in South Africa

How to Become a Principal Property Practitioner

In this article, we outline the step by step process you need to follow to become a principal property practitioner in South Africa.

Exam Prep for PDE4 & PDE5

Exam Prep for PDE4 & PDE5

Tips to help you prepare for your PDE, what to purchase and what not to purchase, and how to easily pass your PDE 4 and 5 exams.

Fidelity Fund Certificate (FFC)

Who needs a Fidelity Fund Certificate (FFC)

Learn who needs a Fidelity Fund Certificate (FFC) certificate when facilitating or providing a service in the sale or lease of property in South Africa.

2022 Deadlines: Am I Compliant

2022 Deadlines: Am I Compliant

We’ve put together a list of important deadlines to be aware of with regards to the PPRA for the year 2022.