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The key to investing in property

Most of us look at property as a secure long-term investment. But the very differing messages given off by pundits of the various categories of property investment can be confusing.

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Ensure your security before signing a lease

Tenants moving into rental properties should ensure that the home is safe and secure before signing the lease. In a country like South Africa where crime is rife, most, if not all, people will ...

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Full title residential homes are the best investment bet

Neil Fuller, broker/owner of RE/MAX One, says that the best investment bets in his areas are full-title residential homes as they generally offer by far the best rental income.

Tips for a quieter life in the country
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Tips for a quieter life in the country

Navigate these pros and cons so that you can make an informed decision about your rural dream.

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Tenant rights and obligations

What are your rights and obligations as a tenant? Learn about the lease, deposit, deposit refund and more in this article.

Laws that protect tenants
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Laws that protect tenants

There are dozens of obvious and practical reasons why many individuals, families as well as businesses, rent property. For a start, renting provides the tenant with the benefits of fairly fast availability and choice. Although ...

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Aspirant buyers are at a disadvantage – but banks can help

Buyers often lack knowledge and information related to the property purchasing process. But banks work for the buyer and can both inform their clients’ decisions and increase their bargaining power. Whereas estate agents arguably ...

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The CPA – definitions

The Consumer Protection Act (CPA) applies to all transactions involving the supply of goods or the provision of services by a person in the ordinary of business in exchange for some form of consideration, for example, payment in ...

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The CPA – seller and agent may be liable

In terms of the Consumer Protection Act (CPA), should the courts determine that a transaction or agreement was, in whole, or in part, unconscionable, unjust, unreasonable or unfair, the court may make any order it considers just ...