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Termite infestation can cause major damage to a property, and the scary thing is that this may be happening right under your nose, without you realising that termites are silently feasting on your investment. Most termite infestations are well established before outward signs become visible. Becoming familiar with termite infestation signs may help you identify an infestation and take prompt action.
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With the holiday season just around the corner, it is essential to ensure, once again, that your home and valuables are secured before packing your suitcases and heading for your holiday destination. Here are a few handy tips...
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Home maintenance | Landlord news | Tenant news | Security
We recently discovered two weak spots in our security system – actually criminals pointed them out to us, by stealing wheels off a vehicle in the middle of the night, and trying to get into a side window of the house. This happened while we were sound asleep, under the impression that we have an excellent security system. When we called in our security company, we learnt that some of our beams were not working properly anymore. This made me aware of the importance of maintaining and regularly servicing those systems we install at high cost to protect ourselves, our families and our belongings.
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Most agencies are registered with TPN - a credit profile agency specifically designed for landlord and tenants. Making payments in full and on time every month, can positively influence your credit profile, and here is how...
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In an ideal rental environment, a deposit should be refunded immediately after the expiry of the lease. Unfortunately, this is not always possible. It is good to know the rules...
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Sectional title information | Landlord news | Tenant news
Owning in - or living in - a sectional title complex does not have to be a painful experience. But it certainly is the kind of property ownership where playing the game according to the rules will make life much easier for everybody - including yourself. Be a sectional title star by doing the following:
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All indications are that this is going to be a cold winter.But there are so many things one has to keep in mind while trying to warm up in winter these days. Firstly, cost. With soaring electricity costs, keeping warm is not as simple as keeping close to a heater anymore. Secondly, one has to think green. How to keep warm and save the earth? A few suggestions follow:
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Repairs and maintenance issues at rental properties are often a bone of contention. What are the respective responsibilities of landlords and tenants? Here are some handy guidelines...
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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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Sectional title information | Home improvements | Financial Matters | Landlord news | Tenant news
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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Property trends | Home improvements | Tenant news | Decorating tips
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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