Owning additional property and renting it out for an additional income has become a popular choice for many South African’s looking to diversify their portfolio. The rise in property prices has seen it become increasingly unaffordable to purchase for many first time buyers while those who have resources or access to finance have given rise […]
What Is The Difference Between A Landlord & A Body Corporate
As housing prices become less and less affordable and access to money becomes more restrictive many homeowners have no choice but to resort to renting. While renting a place is often seen as a means to an end or as a temporary living arrangement many tenants are seeing this as a long-term option. Renting long-term means […]
When A Landlord Should Start The Eviction Process
Renting property can be an enjoyable and profitable exercise for many landlords, but it won’t always be smooth sailing and there are going to be times where you are faced with tough decisions. Hopefully, you always find reliable tenants and you can avoid the pain of mediation. Some landlords, however, will be faced a situation where […]
How To Determine The Value of A Rental Property
Getting into the property market can be one of the safest and yet one of the most lucrative ventures for many investors and for those buyers looking to buy an investment property to rent out it can quickly become a complex exercise. For first time landlords, it can often be a problem gauging the market […]
What To Consider Before Renting To Students
If you lucky enough to own a home close to an educational institution you could be sitting on a possible gold mine. Many homeowners have realised the potential and opened up their home or renting out their second home as students accommodation for the academic year. With the demand for student housing exceeding the supply for […]