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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:

Buy property for profit
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Buy property for profit

There are essentially two ways to approach investing in property: buying in the hope that the price will increase and you will be able to sell for a higher price in the near future (flipping) or ...

Lord Awful
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Lord Awful

Besides Tupperware drawers and telesales calls, there are few things that get a girl’s nerves twitching as much as a galpal in distress. Except of course rude shop assistants and that’s an essay in itself. Which is worse one ...

Evicting squatters off private property is costly and time-consuming
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Evicting squatters off private property is costly and time-consuming

People who occupy private property illegally are difficult to evict and this process will often take the landlord many months to do, causing great loss in earnings and time, says Michael Bauer, general manager of property ...

The different types of rental mandates: Managed vs. non-managed
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The different types of rental mandates: Managed vs. non-managed

Our guide to understanding the differences between managed and non-managed leases when renting out a property,

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Get into gear

Sustainability is a busy word these days, popping up everywhere from the supermarket to the shoe shop, and while I’m not one for jumping on bandwagons very readily, sustainability is a concept I do feel we need to take ...

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CPA: the all-important 20-day clause

While the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) has done South African consumers an enormous favour by protecting their rights it has, unfortunately, also led to a great deal of confusion as to what a tenant’s rights actually are. This ...

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Foreign foraging

As far back as I can remember that special combo of a magazine, a girl-friend and a deck chair has always been one of the most agreeable ways of making plans. And shopping is of course no different. While Heaven on Earth may be ...

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Get real about your dream home

When you’re looking for your dream home you can research the market, narrow down your options, speak to industry professionals and thoroughly look over the property, but you can’t be sure to spot every possible defect yourself. ...

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Hiring a managing agent has benefits

While it is not compulsory for trustees in sectional title schemes to appoint a managing agent, and many small schemes do manage to run their scheme effectively without the help of one, it is generally recommended if the scheme ...


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