Petervale shopping centre, Rivonia, Sandton

Unfortunately vacant retail space is a reality that most space owners will have to deal with.

Photos are the first thing that space users look at when viewing a space on SpaceMatch. They are vital to the success of your listing and will influence the decision to book your space.

All space owners are cautious about the space they rent to space users. They will want detailed information about you, your company, your brand and concept.

Is your business already established online? Do you wonder if there’s any value in having a physical presence?

Retail has been one of the most acutely affected sectors during the COVID-19 pandemic, and there isn’t light at the end of the tunnel just yet. Therefore, the only option is to adapt and to do that as fast as possible.

You’ve picked your space and signed the lease for your pop-up shop with SpaceMatch but now you have to make it happen. Here’s a handy checklist to make sure you don’t drop the ball along the way.

Why Shopping Malls should encourage Pop Up stores.

Ghost kitchens are the hottest trend in the restaurant industry.

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic will be felt for months to come and most likely permanently.  It’s impossible to know what lies ahead but here are some trends that are already in place and likely to become more prominent in 2021. Here are the top 10 retail trends to expect in South Africa in 2021.

It may seem like an insurmountable challenge to go from having an idea to opening your first shop. If you are in that position, we have some great advice from one of the greatest entrepreneurs in recent times...

You're excited about your retail idea and you can see it working as a pop-up shop. Learn how to sell that idea to a potential landlord.

You're on the hunt for the perfect space - read on for some valuable tips to ensure that space is right for you.

Many retailers could benefit from sharing their space. An attractive store and the right location are vital in retail, but rentals in eye-catching and premium spaces can be expensive and hard to find. Add to this a tough economy, and it may be worth your while to consider shop sharing in order to save costs and generate additional revenue.

27 Boxes and SpaceMatch are pleased to announce their partnership, an initiative to introduce young and creative talent to 27 Boxes.

The risks facing local shopping precincts and ways to avert them

How to list and find medical space or consulting rooms in South Africa.