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5 reasons why downsizing is on trend
News

5 reasons why downsizing is on trend

The trend in South Africa of downsizing to smaller homes is due to these factors.

Sectional Title schemes should hurry to go ‘green’
Lifestyle and Decor

Sectional Title schemes should hurry to go ‘green’

Sectional Title schemes should be taking steps to to ensure that residents have access to electricity and water supplies in the coming months.

Top 5 things for landlords to budget for
Property Advice

Top 5 things for landlords to budget for

What to set aside for surprise expenses that may occur for landlords.

Freehold vs Sectional Title and Body Corporate vs HOA's explained
Property Advice

Freehold vs Sectional Title and Body Corporate vs HOA's explained

If you are about to buy, or already reside in an estate, you need to understand how and by what, the common areas are managed.

Constitution and community schemes
News

Constitution and community schemes

Recent rulings with regards to gated estates should make HOA's think twice before imposing fines.

Insurance policy renewals in sectional title schemes
Property Advice

Insurance policy renewals in sectional title schemes

Why insurance policies in sectional titles need to be renewed and what should be included.

Are your body corporate rules reasonable?
Property Advice

Are your body corporate rules reasonable?

Which rules are reasonable, and which are not, in a Homeowner Association (HOA) and body corporate.

Why you want your municipality to be financially independent
News

Why you want your municipality to be financially independent

Municipalities are going to need to be creative if they want to sustain through tough economic conditions exacerbated by income losses from load-shedding, and increases in power costs from Eskom.

Choosing the retirement option that is right for you
Property Advice

Choosing the retirement option that is right for you

When you retire from work, choosing where to spend the next phase of your life is probably the most important decision to make, and will depend on personal circumstances.