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3 ways to avoid a defaulting tenant
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3 ways to avoid a defaulting tenant

Basic checks to perform, in order to avoid taking on a defaulting tenant.

Making the shift from tenant to homeowner
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Making the shift from tenant to homeowner

The transition into homeownership can require a bit of a mental adjustment, especially for those who have been renting for a number of years while working towards being able to afford the home loan.

Do you have what it takes to be a landlord?
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Do you have what it takes to be a landlord?

The 6 essential character attributes you need to be an effective landlord.

Cancelling your paid up home loan
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Cancelling your paid up home loan

The bond cancellation process involved many steps and roles (such as the bank and a cancellation attorney). Here we explain the process for you.

Going from renting to buying in Sectional Title
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Going from renting to buying in Sectional Title

Going from renting to buying a sectional title home is not just a case of exchanging rent for a bond repayment and adding the levy.

5 tips to make your home shine online
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5 tips to make your home shine online

Here are five tips from top photographers to make your home stand out online.

How to manage maintenance issues with your landlord
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How to manage maintenance issues with your landlord

What do you do when you feel that your landlord isn’t fulfilling their maintenance obligations?

Can't pay your rent or home loan?
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Can't pay your rent or home loan?

Some tips to use when you're struggling to pay your rent or your home loan.

How to calculate your electricity bill
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How to calculate your electricity bill

To help homeowners calculate their own electric bill, RE/MAX of Southern Africa provides some clarity around some of the concepts used to determine electricity charges.