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Renting out a property on an estate

Michelle Dickens, managing director of TPN Credit Bureau gives landlords advice on letting property in an estate.

Who is responsible for what maintenance on a rental property?
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Who is responsible for what maintenance on a rental property?

Tenant or landlord? There can be some confusion when it comes to who is responsible for which elements of maintenance on a rental property.

This is the type of home that millennials want
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This is the type of home that millennials want

The millennials are going back to the suburbs, and they are mostly buying pre-owned family homes with three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a garden.

Essential moving tips
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Essential moving tips

While packing is a major element when it comes to moving, there is much more that needs to be taken into account when changing your address.

Home security tips for homeowners and landlords
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Home security tips for homeowners and landlords

Security is a top priority for most home buyers as well as prospective tenants. So, what should sellers and landlords be doing to make their properties more appealing?

Tenants, stand out from the crowd with Ekaya VIP
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Tenants, stand out from the crowd with Ekaya VIP

VIP by Ekaya is a renter verification system that will put you at the front of the queue in a crowded rental market.

Do you really need a rental agent?
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Do you really need a rental agent?

The tough economy is putting both landlords and tenants under strain. Could using a good rental agent help?

Important information that should be included in a lease agreement
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Important information that should be included in a lease agreement

A residential lease agreement is a legally binding document so tenants should ensure that they read and understand it before signing.

Inspections protect both landlords and tenants
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Inspections protect both landlords and tenants

It’s vitally important to conduct incoming and outgoing inspections in order to ensure that the rental deposit on a property is handled fairly.