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Mastering Moving Day

The moving process is marked by change, anticipation, stress, and excitement. Saying goodb...

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4 Factors that Impact your Attractiveness as a Tenant

In summary, certain factors impact the attractiveness of a rental applicant, and understan...

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When Will I Get My Deposit Back?

The Rental Housing Act is clear regarding rental deposits.

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Renting Property vs Buying Property

There are advantages and disadvantages to owning a home vs renting a home. Comparing the t...

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Deceased Estates

A deceased estate comes into existence when a person dies, leaving property or a document...

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Mould and Damp – Who’s Responsible in a Rental Agreement?

Mould and damp in rental properties are often a cause for contention between landlords and...

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Why Tenants prefer to Rent Professionally Managed Properties

Just like most property owners have some serious concerns about any new tenant moving into...

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Have your Rental Application Ready!

Demand for rental stock is expected to increase in the months surrounding the festive seas...

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First Time Renters

What to consider before moving out of home. Before planning your sweet escape from home, t...

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Advice for First-Time Renters

As a student, job market entrant or young professional looking to rent for the first time,...

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The 'No-Pets' Policy

Understandably the ‘no pets’ policy is a sensitive and sometimes contentious issue between...

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Beware Fraudulent Estate Agents!

Potential tenants are vulnerable to being targeted by individuals who are posing as estate...

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What are the Risks of Signing Surety?

What is Surety? Oftentimes in the case of students or newly qualified individuals looking...

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The Benefits of Renting in SA's Current Economic Climate

In light of our current economic climate – rising interest and inflation rates, sluggish e...

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What Information & Documents are required for a Rental Application?

Quality rental stock is in high demand and short supply

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What is a Credit Score?

A Credit Score is the numerical information recorded on an individual’s bureau credit repo...

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Healthy Credit Habits for Renters

Whether you're renting or buying, having a good credit record is essential to ensuring tha...

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Buying vs Renting - who wins?

Some people prefer being called citizens of the world and others like to have roots in one...

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Tips on Decorating Rental Apartments

The majority of people at one time or another in their lives will rent an apartment. Affor...

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