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New landlords need experienced agents
Property Advice

New landlords need experienced agents

More homeowners are choosing to let out their property instead of selling. These inexperienced landlords should consult an expert before renting out their homes.

News

EAAB protects against unscrupulous agent behaviour

In the event of a dispute between an estate agent and their client, the EAAB will step in to ensure that the matter is resolved.

10 smashing homes with tennis courts
Lifestyle and Decor

10 smashing homes with tennis courts

Browse through these breathtaking homes with pristine tennis courts around South Africa.

Evictions just became a whole lot harder
News

Evictions just became a whole lot harder

A recent Constitutional Court judgement has ruled that residents cannot be evicted if they would be left homeless.

Why body corporates now need two body corporate funds
Property Advice

Why body corporates now need two body corporate funds

Understanding why body corporates require a reserve fund and an administrative fund as per the new STSMA regulations.

And the award for the worst landlord goes to…
Property Advice

And the award for the worst landlord goes to…

Although for the most part, landlords are reasonable, there are some that go to extremes to make their tenant’s live’s hell.

Avoiding tenants from hell
Property Advice

Avoiding tenants from hell

Landlords have been sharing some of their tenant horror stories online, and they are a cautionary tale for those looking to rent out their property.

Selling a unit when levies are in arrears
Property Advice

Selling a unit when levies are in arrears

The sale of a unit in a sectional title scheme cannot go through until the outstanding debt is settled.

Understanding the terms of your rental deposit is critical
Property Advice

Understanding the terms of your rental deposit is critical

One of the most common areas of conflict between letting agents and tenants is around the refund of the tenant’s deposit.