Tenant Advice

Constantly evolving regulations, a fluctuating market, ever-changing neighbourhoods… the property market is a constantly-moving industry that requires expert insight and knowledge. Private Property provides the latest news and advice on everything property related for all sides of the spectrum. In our one-stop Property Advice portal, you can find:

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?
Property Advice

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
Property Advice

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
Property Advice

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.

Why a clean credit record is vital for tenants
Property Advice

Why a clean credit record is vital for tenants

With fierce competition in the rental market, tenants are finding it increasingly difficult to find rental property. In this market, landlords are looking closely at tenant’s creditworthiness.

How landlords can avoid loss of income
Property Advice

How landlords can avoid loss of income

A damaged property or unpaid rent can leave a landlord seriously out of pocket. Here are some steps to take to prevent this from happening.

Dealing with non-payment of rent?
Property Advice

Dealing with non-payment of rent?

Non-payment of rent is a breach of the rental contract. This is how landlords and tenants should approach the issue.

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.

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.