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Property Buyer Show 2018 Cape Town | Customized lease agreements

Private Property chats to Danielle Kriel, Rental Law Specialist at Danielle Kriel Attorney, about the benefits of a customized lease agreement for landlords and tenants.

New Loftus Park development boosts property market
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New Loftus Park development boosts property market

The new mixed-used development adjacent to the iconic Loftus Versfeld stadium will have offices, a hotel and various restaurants, and will increased demand for property in the area.

A 7-point checklist for avoiding renter’s regret
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A 7-point checklist for avoiding renter’s regret

Demand for rentals is always high and you may feel pressured into signing a lease too soon because you fear missing out. Not doing your homework could however lead to you making a bad decision.

Tenant vs landlord: maintenance and repair work responsibilities
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Tenant vs landlord: maintenance and repair work responsibilities

Learn more about what the tenant's rights are, and how to avoid issues between the landlord and tenant regarding maintenance and repair work.

African buyers are investing in South African property
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African buyers are investing in South African property

Investors from the rest of Africa are investing in property in South Africa for a variety of reasons.

The effect of Airbnb on the rental market
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The effect of Airbnb on the rental market

Many property owners who listed their property to rent on a short-term basis on the platform have switched back to long-term renting. Find out why.

Tenants cannot withhold their rent
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Tenants cannot withhold their rent

Tenants often resort to withholding their rental payment if they feel their landlord is not maintaining the property, but this can backfire. This is how it should be handled.

Buy to let vs Buy to live
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Buy to let vs Buy to live

The criteria for buying a property may change depending on what you are planning to use it for, says Steve van Wyk, Seeff’s MD in Centurion.

3 types of real estate agents to avoid
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3 types of real estate agents to avoid

Choosing a real estate agent is like choosing a mattress – make the wrong selection and you’ll end up with sleepless nights left contemplating all of the money you have lost.