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Holding onto your property can be costly
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Holding onto your property can be costly

As municipal rates keep going up, the longer sellers keep their property on the market, the higher the holding costs will be.

How trustees are nominated and elected in sectional title schemes
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How trustees are nominated and elected in sectional title schemes

As the owner of a sectional title property, becoming a trustee is a good way to keep your finger on the pulse of your property scheme’s maintenance and expenses.

Sectional Title AGM’s: Be wary of proxy collectors with hidden agendas
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Sectional Title AGM’s: Be wary of proxy collectors with hidden agendas

An uncapped limit on proxies can leave room for manipulation when the annual general meeting rolls around for sectional title holders.

Ensuring safety and security in your home
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Ensuring safety and security in your home

The importance of taking precautionary measures to protect your property and ensure your home isn’t affected by crime.

Smart homes and smarter cities
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Smart homes and smarter cities

Amazing advances in technology are making it possible for you to connect to and remotely manage the appliances in your home.

What to know about your neighbourhood before selling your home
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What to know about your neighbourhood before selling your home

Considering the unique dynamics that surround your neighbourhood is vital before deciding to enter the selling market.

The do’s and don’ts for enclosing patios
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The do’s and don’ts for enclosing patios

Alterations made to patios or balconies without proper approval in sectional title units can become a costly affair.

Sectional Titles: picking the right managing agent
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Sectional Titles: picking the right managing agent

Choosing the right managing agent is vital in any sectional title scheme to ensure financial stability is preserved and overall success is achieved.

Hot tax tips for rental property owners
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Hot tax tips for rental property owners

Over the past few years, economic uncertainty and stock market volatility has boosted investor interest in residential rental property.