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Are landlords accountable for their tenants' wrongdoing?
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Are landlords accountable for their tenants' wrongdoing?

Criminal behaviours and actions by tenants are a cause for concern for landlords.

Why landlords should care about their tenant’s utilities usage
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Why landlords should care about their tenant’s utilities usage

Landlords must be vigilant if your rental property’s’ power and water consumption is for their own account.

Rental deposits: a guide for landlords and tenants
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Rental deposits: a guide for landlords and tenants

This guide explains why landlords insist on a deposit and whether they can use it to earn interest.

Investing in student accommodation: Landlord advice
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Investing in student accommodation: Landlord advice

Currently rental demand in areas close to universities is high. This type of investment may be an excellent addition to a property portfolio.

Steps to resolving rental disputes
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Steps to resolving rental disputes

Comprehensive steps to resolving a rental dispute between and landlord and tenant.

A guide on body corporates and sectional title schemes for landlords and tenants
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A guide on body corporates and sectional title schemes for landlords and tenants

Learn how body corporates manage sectional title schemes in South Africa, including their role in property maintenance, managing finances, and enforcing rules.

Landlord tips
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Landlord tips

Key tips for South African landlords based on compliance with the Rental Housing Act, 1999.

Renting with pets
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Renting with pets

Advice for tenants and landlords for renting with pets

Lease agreement
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Lease agreement

This guide showcases example cannabis and drug use clauses for South African lease agreements to help landlords protect their properties and comply with local laws.