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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:

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What is SPLUMA?
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What is SPLUMA?

SPLUMA is a national regulation affecting those applying for land developments or new sectional title schemes.

Should you buy to rent?
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Should you buy to rent?

How to make sure your 'buy to rent 'unit ticks all the boxes.

Protecting your rental deposit
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Protecting your rental deposit

Important advice from the professionals, for tenants, on the ins and outs of how to protect and get back your deposit.

Should you sell your investment property?
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Should you sell your investment property?

In certain instances, selling an investment property might be better than keeping it.

The real cost of buying a R2million home
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The real cost of buying a R2million home

A breakdown of all the costs involved with buying a home to the value of R2million.

Dealing with neighbour disputes
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Dealing with neighbour disputes

How to resolve conflicts between neighbours, and salvage good neighbourly relations.

How tenants can boost their credit score
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How tenants can boost their credit score

Tenants, here are a few ways to boost your credit score that you may not be aware of.

The importance of levy payments
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The importance of levy payments

Many sectional title schemes have problems with owners not paying their levies. This is why paying your levy is not negotiable.

What to do after your offer falls through
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What to do after your offer falls through

Has your offer to purchase on your dream home been rejected? Here are the steps you should take now.