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Constantly evolving regulations, a fluctuating market, ever-changing neighbourhoods… the property market is a constantly-moving industry that requires expert insight and knowledge. Private Property provides the latest news and advice on everything property related for all sides of the spectrum. In our one-stop Property Advice portal, you can find:

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Landlords - Be Careful

The latest Rental Payment Monitor from the Tenant Profile Network reports that 32% of tenants pay their rent late.

Clauses to protect seller and buyer
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Clauses to protect seller and buyer

Many people do not realize that the protection provided to home buyers by the Consumer Protection Act (CPA)

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Making it work - landlords and tenants

Building and maintaining good relationships takes a great deal of commitment and hard work and it is no different in the world of property. Forging a good relationship between landlords and tenants is imperative if the ...

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Investing in student accommodation

As long as there are universities, there will be a need for student accommodation. Here’s everything you need to know about student accommodation investment.

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Giving landlords a jolt

Landlords in South Africa could well be forgiven for believing that the law gives their tenants all the rights.

Landlords and electricity
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Landlords and electricity

Landlords in South Africa could well be forgiven for believing that the law gives their tenants all the rights.

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What does your lease say?

In a country like South Africa where crime is rife, most, if not all, people will ensure that the property in which they live has adequate security. While this may be a fairly obvious point, it seems landlords may not be quite as ...

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Lease agreement pack

The South African rental industry is regulated by a myriad legislative works. Existing and new Acts are constantly reviewed, revised or drafted from scratch. In conjunction with attorney Marlon Shevelew, Tenant Profile Network ...

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Your rights may come at a price

Tenants may be forgiven for thinking that they have every right to pack up and move on as they see fit, thanks to a clause in the Consumer Protection Act (CPA). However, landlords do enjoy a certain amount of protection and the ...