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Distressing ‘Cat’ calls in estates
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Distressing ‘Cat’ calls in estates

For some living in estates where pets are allowed, neighbour’s wandering cats have become a problem for some residents. How should this type of complaint be handled?

Why it is important to know your suburb and community
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Why it is important to know your suburb and community

Suburbs evolve through generational shifts, social amenities, safety, and local governance. Learn how these changes impact property value, community living, and lifestyle appeal.

Solar Systems 101 for Homeowners
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Solar Systems 101 for Homeowners

A beginner's guide to how a solar system works, and the pro’s and con’s.

Secure your home before heading off on holiday
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Secure your home before heading off on holiday

If you have ever left your home and had to return because you think you’ve left your stove or iron on, then you’ll not want to go on holiday with any niggling doubts that your property is not secure.

Different types of Property Values
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Different types of Property Values

Across the globe, value means different things to different people and types of property investors.

Protecting Your Property
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Protecting Your Property

Real Estate Lessons from Rugby's Defence Tactics

The impact of solar farms on nearby property values
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The impact of solar farms on nearby property values

Energy supply is a topical matter in South Africa due to load shedding measures that have been implemented. Do solar farms improve local property values?

Home safety 101
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Home safety 101

Here are some essential tips for protecting your family and property.

Implications of grid collapse for your property
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Implications of grid collapse for your property

South Africa is currently struggling with load shedding with a possibility of a grid collapse if power supply challenges continue. This is how you can manage the risks in case the worst happens.