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This must seem like a very basic topic, but many experts agree that proper watering of one's garden can be one of the most difficult aspects of gardening. A wet summer is predicted, but in between we are sure to have long and warm days. When and how often to water - that is the question.
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Can a deposit be utilised to cover the last month's rent? If not, why a deposit? And when can the tenant expect the deposit to be refunded? What about interest accrued on the deposit? What does the Rental Act say about this?
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It is common knowledge that is much more difficult to obtain financing these days than it used to be a few years ago. If one is planning to apply for property financing, there are a few things which can be done to ensure that the process runs smoothly.
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There tend to be a lot of uncertainty in sectional title complexes about who is responsible for the upkeep of what. To get a better understanding of this, one must understand a few basic terms.
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Electricity prices were increased once more in July, and that in combination with winter, caused most electricity bills to be quite painful recently. Another good reason to be excited about spring and warmer weather! But high electricity prices are here to stay. Here are a few ideas to keep your electricity bill at bay.
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Space is becoming a rare commodity these days, as many modern homes are built with smaller rooms and lower ceilings. There are many ways of creating an illusion of space, without actually changing the size of a room.
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I used to be surprised when sectional title owners refer to the body corporate as "them". When it comes to sectional title, there is a lot of misunderstanding, and I would like to clarify some of the most misunderstood issues in a series of articles, starting with the term body corporate.
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