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Mafadi – level 2 lockdown
We are more than pleased to enter Level 2 of the National lockdown. The president of the republic, Cyril Ramaphosa made this long awaited announcement on 15 August 2020. This announcement means that some of the activities will resume as per usual as well as most of...
Why outsource body corporate management?
Performing the function of a body corporate requires intense effort, constant care and meticulous attention to detail. Our integrated approach to body corporate management saves body corporates time and money. Our all-in-one solution is tailored to suit your needs,...
Landlord vs. rental letting agent: what are the pros and cons?
A first-time buy-to-let investor will have to ponder whether taking on the responsibility of managing the place themselves, or alternatively going through a letting agent, would be a better option. While there are pros and cons to both options, evidence shows that...
Buying a property to lease successfully
You have recently come into some money, and are looking to make a long-term investment. You already have your own place and are happy staying there, so investing in a property to ultimately let out is certainly not a bad strategy. Buying a property to let, although,...
What to expect when renting your first apartment
If you’re a student relocating to further your studies or you’ve just starting your first job and you are now looking to rent your first apartment, what can you expect? Either way, you may not be exactly clear on what steps need to be taken. Hopefully we can guide you...
What are the implications of a lease being cancelled early?
There are many reasons why a lease might be cancelled early. Whatever the reasons, all are subject to the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) and the Rental Housing Act (RHA), and both fall under the South African law. Let us examine the reasons and the implications...
Who’s responsibility is it to maintain a rental property?
Moving into a rental property will more often than not come with the occasional hiccup, but no more than when a dispute arises about whose responsibility it is regarding the maintenance of the property. Disputes of this nature can often escalate to a point where a...
Why you should rent before you buy in a new area
There are many reasons why people sell up and move or relocate. Maybe they want to be closer to family or it could be due to work commitments, but whatever the reason, chances are they will be moving into an area they are unfamiliar with. If you are thinking of...
Your rights as a tenant
Moving into a new apartment or house can be exciting, but unless you are fully aware of your rights as a tenant, it can become a nightmare when things go wrong. Depending on your lease agreement alone to protect you can sometimes be inadequate when disputes between...