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Top 8 tips for moving home

Moving house can be a nerve-wracking experience but a few handy organising tips can make all the difference...

Establish a reserve in body corporate

Trustees must ensure the levies of the body corporate are sufficient to cover operational expenses and provide for future repairs and maintenance.

Electric fence compliance & insurance

Homeowners not in possession of a certificate of compliance for their electric fence may find their insurance claims rejected.

Don't avoid going to sect. title AGMs

While most owners try to avoid the annual general meeting of their body corporate, it is the best time to voice any issues you may have.

Tips on protecting home from disasters

To ensure an insurance claim will be paid out timeously and in full should your home be hit by extreme weather conditions or fire, read this advice.

Conversion of share block schemes

In South Africa, as of 1 January 2013, the conversion of share block schemes into sectional title is exempt from transfer duty in terms of the Act.

Electricity saving tips for ST schemes

Trustees of sectional title schemes or their managing agents need to consider installing environmentally friendly systems to help save electricity.

New amendments to ST regulations

Feathers are set to fly in sectional title complexes around South Africa, following amendments to sectional title regulations.

Be certain you are not underinsured

When did you last read through your insurance contract to be sure of exactly what is covered and what isn’t? It may be time to update your policy...

Roles of a trustee in a body corporate

Obtaining services such as electricians and keeping financial records for the scheme are just a few of the roles of a trustee in a body corporate.

Relief for Homeowners’ Associations

Homeowners’ Associations can veto transfer of a property to ensure payment of the levies and they remain concurrent creditors in insolvent estates.

Amendments to the Sectional Titles Act

Of particular relevance to owners and occupiers in sectional title schemes are the amendments to Annexure 8 of the Sectional Titles Act.

Accreditation for electrical fencing

With the additional compliance certificate now required, sellers must ensure that service providers are accredited with the Department of Labour.

Bond holders should have life cover

Life can take an unexpected turn, so what do you do if your partner dies and you can no longer afford the monthly bond repayments on your home?

Is your property properly insured?

It is essential that homeowners ensure their homes have adequate insurance cover in order to avoid financial hardship should an accident occur.

Winter is ideal for home renovations

Surprisingly, winter is the best time to renovate your home because the construction sector is often short of work and willing to lower prices.

Sectional title scheme extensions

Property owners who would like to extend their units will have to spend a considerable amount of time and money to get the necessary approvals.

Overgrown tree problems in sect. title

Overgrown trees in a sectional title scheme can cause unnecessary tension between neighbours, but whose responsibility is it to maintain them?

8 ways to increase property value

Buying property is one of the biggest financial investments, which increases in value over time, especially with some smart upgrades. Get tips...

What do you own in a sect. title unit?

Buyers of sectional title units should pay careful attention to what they are entitled to in the complex before signing anything.

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