Lease Renewals South Africa – Errors to Avoid
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Accepting a mandate in a sectional title scheme or estate with unenforceable rules can create major headaches for your agency. Expect tenant challenges, disputes with owners and trustees, and reputational damage if you allow yourself to be pushed to enforce rules that won’t stand up legally. You need to know where the boundaries are — and when you need to tell property owners, managing agents, or trustees that the instructions they are giving you are not correct or enforceable.
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Fortunately, if you’re prepared — you’ll never have to deal with this situation. But if you’re not, a water leak
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One of the most difficult calls we get from members is when a landlord is out of pocket because their
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Confused about when to send a 7-day vs 20-business-day Letter of Demand? This quick guide explains the difference, why it matters, and how to avoid costly mistakes. Plus — download our free cheatsheet to get it right every time!
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If you’ve ever agreed to take over the management of an existing lease — only to later regret it — you’re not alone. During our latest 🎙 Inner Circle LIVE, we unpacked this all-too-common scenario and shared practical steps you can take to protect yourself, your agency, and your sanity.
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Can rental agents legally represent landlords at the Rental Housing Tribunal? Should they? In this episode of INNER CIRCLE LIVE, Shaun Luyt and attorney Elize le Roux unpack the risks, rules, and real-life strategies every rental agent needs to know — including how to withdraw on the day if you’re out of your depth. This blog shares key insights from the session — and reveals why Inner Circle members walk into Tribunal hearings prepared, protected, and professional.
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Fixed-term leases aren’t always set in stone. Landlords can cancel in certain situations — but the law is strict, and agents must know the rules.
When Can a Landlord Legally Cancel a Fixed-Term Lease in South Africa? Read More »
Wrong Tenant, Right Lease? When the Person Who Wants to Move In Isn’t on the Lease Tenant key handover problems
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Think a lease schedule is just paperwork? Mistakes here can void breach notices and cost landlords thousands. Find out what every agent must know.
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When a lease is signed and the deposit is paid, you’d think the hard part is over — but what if complete strangers show up on move-in day, claiming they’re the new tenants? In our latest Inner Circle LIVE session, Shaun Luyt and rental attorney Ismaiel Mohamed unpacked a shocking real-world case that every landlord and rental agent should be aware of. This article reveals the red flags and risk factors — and why having a well-trained, proactive rental agent is more important than ever.
Welcome to the very first episode of Friday Conversations with Fundi on the Rental Matters Podcast — where we focus
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A Real-World Case Study with Legal Insight from Ismaiel Mohamed, Director of MML Inc. Attorneys A recent query from an
One of the recurring challenges rental agents face is when applicants refuse to provide their bank statements, citing the Protection
What Can You Do When Applicants Refuse to Provide Bank Statements? Read More »
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Part 1 of a 3 Parts Series For rental agents, securing new landlord clients isn’t just about signing a mandate—it’s
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“Rental agents face unique challenges when tenants are arrested or engage in illegal activity—Ismaiel Mohamed shares actionable insights and legal strategies to navigate these complex situations effectively.”
Bruno Simão explores how co-signatories in lease agreements offer a simpler, reliable alternative to suretyships, reducing legal complexity while ensuring tenant obligations are met.
Co-Signatories in Lease Agreements: A Practical Alternative to Suretyships? Read More »
Discover how guarantees in lease agreements can offer landlords unparalleled security by ensuring payment, regardless of tenant disputes or financial instability—making them especially valuable for high-stakes rentals.
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Sureties in lease agreements require careful attention, especially regarding proper signatures—a commonly overlooked detail. Insights from Bruno Simão of BSA Law can help ensure enforceability.
Sureties in Lease Agreements: Key Considerations and Legal Essentials Read More »
Gain essential insights into South Africa’s Rental Housing Act, including tenant and landlord rights, mandatory inspections, deposit handling, and dispute resolution through rental tribunals. Perfect for rental agents, landlords, and property investors, this guide breaks down key compliance requirements to help you navigate rental law with confidence. Enroll in our comprehensive course for a deep dive into rental compliance
Mould is a common yet potentially hazardous issue in rental properties, and understanding its causes, risks, and solutions is crucial
Insights on property lease transfers and landlord, agent and tenant rights when a rented property is sold. What happens to the lease, thhe mandate and the deposit?
In the world of real estate, a common misconception is that managing a rental property is a straightforward task that any landlord can handle on their own. However, the reality is far more complex, and this is where the expertise of a professional rental agent becomes invaluable. A professional rental agent is not just a service provider—they are a partner in your investment success. Here’s why hiring a professional rental agent can make all the difference.
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SPACES ARE VERY LIMITED, SO DON’T DELAY – BOOK TODAY! The PayProp Rental Index Q1 2024 indicates that high inflation
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In a recent exclusive webinar for our Rental Training Club members, we delved into the critical aspects of managing backup power solutions in rental properties. As rental agents, understanding these elements is essential. Here’s a summary of the most important factors discussed and the responsibilities of landlords, tenants, and agents in these scenarios.
Navigating the Complexities of Backup Power Solutions in Rental Properties Read More »
Improved Customer Satisfaction Well-trained rental agents can provide better customer service, leading to higher levels of satisfaction among tenants and
5 Benefits of Ongoing Expert Rental Training for Your Rental Agency Read More »
The early termination of a lease can pose various questions and challenges, particularly whether Section 14 of the Consumer Protection
In the dynamic landscape of real estate, agents play a pivotal role in facilitating transactions and ensuring the smooth functioning
On Thin Ice: Estate Agents Risking R50,000 Fines for FICA Compliance Failures Read More »
In the dynamic world of residential rentals, the frontline agents often take the spotlight, navigating the challenges of property management
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‼️ – PROVEN Ways to GROW Your Rental Portfolio & Rental Business – The SECRETS to Setting New Tenanies Up
💥NEWSFLASH💥 ‼️BRAND NEW ONLINE ON-DEMAND TRAINING JUST RELEASED! Read More »
(Thanks to Paul Davies’ (https://www.facebook.com/paul.spare.50) initial post) Paul shared an ad for the ‘Minut sensor’, a device that is said
In this episode of The Property Law Allicance, Bruno Miguel Simao of Bruno Simao Attorneys and Nicholas Brodie of SSLR
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In this Rental MasterClass we’ll be focussing on ways to grow your rent roll in 2023! Book NOW AT https://rentalsphere.co.za/product/rental-masterclass-10-ways-to-grow-your-rent-roll-in-2023/
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Are you compliant with this requirement? Don’t stress, we’re here to help! Our FICA short course has you covered –
FICA Compliance Requires Annual Training of Team Members! Read More »
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The Rental Housing Act is very prescriptive on the management of rental deposits and applying the deposits to the cost
RENTAL DEPOSITS & DAMAGES – HOW TO MAKE SURE YOU DON’T END UP PAYING THE BILL! Read More »
Earlier this week a client of ours sent me some examples of fraudulent documents that were submitted as supporting documents
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This is one of the questions answered in the FAQ’s that TPN put together after their recent interview with Deli
HOW DOES THE MANDATORY DISCLOSURE FORM AFFECT RENTALS? Read More »
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The PDE exam registration deadline has been postponed. Deadline for exam registration will now be on Friday 4 November 2022.
PDE Exam registration date extended to Friday 4 Nov. Read More »
This is a question that has been asked a lot since the implementation of the Property Practitioners Act. TPN recently
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This in-depth MasterClass is based on our two Rental Application Checklists and set of communication templates, called our Rental Application
Here are the latest rental quickstats that all rental agents should know
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The Property Practitioners Act comes into effect on 1 February 2022. Click here to download a copy of the Act
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When I read the TPN Vacancy Survey Q2 2021 a few months back in preparing for a Rental Market Update
The TPN ‘Squatting Index’ is an indication of the number of tenant that haven’t paid any rental for four or more consecutive months – and it’s showing a very worrying increase!
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It’s that time of the month again – time to follow up on rent and other arrears, and ensure that
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How often do you have to run around under pressure at month-end getting cleaners and contractors in at short notice
Many rental mandates contain a clause like the following . . . “The Agent cannot be held liable to the
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Residential Rentals RoundUp #6 | How Not to Jeopardise Your Landlord/s Entitlement to a Cancellation Penalty, Rent Arrears Repayment Agreements in Uncertainty and more . . .
In line with my goal of providing rental agencies and agents with practical information, guidelines and resources, I have prepared three sets of guidelines to assist my clients, their agents and their landlord and tenant clients to ensure that inspections are carried out in as safe a manner as possible and that tenants and landlords understand their responsibilities in this regard.
Residential Rentals RoundUp #6 | How Not to Jeopardise Your Landlord/s Entitlement to a Cancellation Penalty, Rent Arrears Repayment Agreements in Uncertainty and more . . .
The question of whether or not to re-assess rental applications ‘in process’ and/or approved prior to Lockdown has been put to me, and variations of it have been asked on various social media platforms, a few times recently, which isn’t surprising given the new paradigm of Rentals Un-usual . . .
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Property owners, tenants, and estate agents have been prevented from going about their normal day to day operations. The lockdown
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Here are my AMAZING Lockdown Learning Specials for Rental Agents – these are special Level 5 discounts and due to
Today there was a briefing in which the government to clarified the classification of industries for reopening of economy –
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Given the information at our disposal at this point, it would seem as if residential property rental services will not
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I had the most amazing chat with Elize le Roux, MD of Xpello, to get her views on this question . . .
Elize shared a lot of very useful – and, more importantly,
PRACTICAL – advice and insights on this extremely pertinent topic.
Some of the highlights . . .
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