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How to Escape Into Thin Air

And even more so during the peak festive season, when us owners and occupants of Cape Town properties opt out of traffic jams, packed restaurants and busy beaches. Notwithstanding our immense gratitude as beneficiaries of stiff ...

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Don’t be Duped By Fake Rental Agents

Imagine that you plan a holiday, find the ideal spot, pay an enormous deposit, pack the car and head for paradise, only to discover after a long car trip that the holiday of a lifetime you booked online is actually a scam and ...

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Don’t be Duped By Fake Rental Agents

Imagine that you plan a holiday, find the ideal spot, pay an enormous deposit, pack the car and head for paradise, only to discover after a long car trip that the holiday of a lifetime you booked online is actually a scam and ...

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What you need to know about electrical certificates

Since May 2009 it has become compulsory for homeowners to be in possession of a valid Electrical Certificate of Compliance (ECOC).

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Affordable, Quality Student Accommodation

Ask any parent and they will tell you that paying tuition for a child at university is only one of the expenses associated with tertiary education. Housing an out-of-town student in rental accommodation for the duration of their ...

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Not Quite The Lawnmower Man

One of the benefits of living in a complex is that many have garden services that take care of many of the chores you don’t enjoy. Some love gardening, I view it in the same way I view paperwork. I will admit to some double ...

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Attending your Sectional Title AGM is Worthwhile

A certain sports club holds its AGM directly after the annual fun competition that just about all the members like to take part in. Why? Because most members are on the premises, everyone’s in a good mood with not much else to ...

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All you need to know about electrical certificates

Since May 2009 it has become compulsory for homeowners to be in possession of a valid Electrical Certificate of Compliance (ECOC).

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Own a Slice of the Good Life

A collection of prime, new stands was recently released at Mjejane Game Reserve in Mpumalanga which should appeal greatly to those seeking an authentic slice of the bush. Situated on the banks of the Crocodile River and ...