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Re-evaluate insurance and save money

It is wise for homeowners to reconsider their home insurance annually due to the fact that the property’s value and contents may have changed.

Before you renovate read this

Homeowners planning improvements should budget for it to cost at least 30% more than they originally estimated and be careful not to overcapitalise.

Be safe when using gas in your home

The rapid increase in the cost of electricity has resulted in many South African homeowners opting to use gas in their homes. Read these tips...

5 things homeowners must not overlook

Simple oversights can end up costing homeowners a lot of money. Find out what common property related mistakes you would do well to avoid...

Have a tight contract when building

If you are planning alterations make sure you draw up a contact with your builder to protect your investment and avoid misunderstandings later.

How safe is your swimming pool?

South African homeowners need to be aware of the legal and insurance implications of owning a swimming pool in light of the new legislation.

Owners suffer when repairs neglected

Sectional title property owners are affected financially and psychologically if their scheme is neglected and must hold trustees accountable.

Take a pledge against plastic waste

One of the easiest and most effective things homeowners can do to reduce their carbon footprint is to stop using plastic bags and bottles...

Zero tolerance for levy non-payers

It is essential that non-payers in sectional title property schemes be dealt with quickly and an attitude of ‘zero tolerance’ should be adopted.

Trustees must not under budget levies

Trustees of sectional title property schemes may be tempted to under budget levies but this would be courting disaster, says an industry figure.

Noisy neighbour troubles – need help!

A reader says the noise caused by an alarm in the unit next door is driving him crazy, but the owner is overseas and won't respond. What can he do?

Are you prepared for a flood?

The steps you take during the first 24 hours after a flood are critical in avoiding any further damage caused. Recover and rebuild with these tips…

Voetstoots upheld as seller ignorant

In a recent case the voetstoots clause was upheld in court on the grounds that the seller was ignorant and was not aware of the defect.

Badly behaved tenants in sect. title

Sectional title landlords carry full responsibility for their tenant’s conduct and are liable for any fines imposed on them.