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Secure your home from the outside in
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Secure your home from the outside in

Homeowners should think of their home’s security in layers and install security features for each layer, to slow down or prevent unwanted access to their homes.

A 7-point checklist for avoiding renter’s regret
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A 7-point checklist for avoiding renter’s regret

Demand for rentals is always high and you may feel pressured into signing a lease too soon because you fear missing out. Not doing your homework could however lead to you making a bad decision.

Tenant vs landlord: maintenance and repair work responsibilities
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Tenant vs landlord: maintenance and repair work responsibilities

Learn more about what the tenant's rights are, and how to avoid issues between the landlord and tenant regarding maintenance and repair work.

How to resolve disputes with your neighbours
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How to resolve disputes with your neighbours

Many of us will have disagreements with the neighbours at some stage. It’s advisable to speak to them first but if that fails then the authorities may need to get involved.

5 things home buyers love that sellers forget to mention
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5 things home buyers love that sellers forget to mention

When selling a home its important to put yourself into the shoes of a buyer. A home feature that you take for granted may be the one that results in an offer.

3 questions buyers forget to ask
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3 questions buyers forget to ask

There is so much to consider when purchasing a home that it’s not difficult to understand why so many buyers forget to ask some of the most important questions before they sign along the dotted line.

Budgeting tips for new homeowners
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Budgeting tips for new homeowners

Many property buyers struggle with the expenses of buying and owning their new home. Careful planning can go a long way towards relieving their financial stress.

5 security tips for first-time renters
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5 security tips for first-time renters

Moving into a first home can be exciting and liberating, but young people who do so, need to be aware of the risks of living alone and take appropriate steps to keep safe.

Tenants cannot withhold their rent
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Tenants cannot withhold their rent

Tenants often resort to withholding their rental payment if they feel their landlord is not maintaining the property, but this can backfire. This is how it should be handled.