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Top three most important property features for Millennial and Gen Z homebuyers
As Millennials and Generation Z start to make their mark on the property market in South Africa, they bring with...
Finding a New Managing Agent for Your Sectional Title Scheme
Navigating the complexities of managing a Sectional Title Scheme can be a daunting task, especially when the time comes to...
The rise of co-buying amidst economic challenges
As property prices continue to climb and economic conditions tighten, South Africans are increasingly turning to co-buying as a viable...
South African property market: A five-year outlook
The South African property market is standing at an exciting crossroads, poised to undergo significant changes driven by new trends...
3 Property management trends for 2024 Scheme Executives must know about
As a Scheme Executive, you carry the weighty responsibility of overseeing your sectional title community’s management and upkeep. The decisions...
Navigating the New-Build Property Market in South Africa: An In-Depth Guide for Buyers
Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, an investor seeking new opportunities, or someone looking to upgrade to a modern home, understanding...
Empowering Women in SA’s Property Industry: Celebrating Progress in Women’s Month
As South Africa prepares to celebrate Women’s Month this year, the property management and real estate industry is set to...
Exclusive Mandela Day Webinar on Latest Trends in Community Schemes
TVDM Consultants is thrilled to announce its upcoming Mandela Day webinar, aligning with the profound significance of this day in...
Evicting Tenants in South Africa: The Legal Process
Evicting tenants can be a complex and challenging process, but understanding the legal framework in South Africa is crucial for...
5 Tips for Great Financial Planning in Sectional Title Schemes
As a Trustee of a Sectional Title Scheme, managing the finances of the scheme is one of your most important...
Deeds Office Shutdown: Legal & Financial Implications for Buyers and Seller
The recent closure of the Deeds office in Pretoria, South Africa, has left many property buyers and sellers feeling uncertain...
Sectional Title Property Management Trends 2023
By Pearl Scheltema, CEO, Fitzanne Estates Trends surfacing in the sectional title management industry in the lead-up to the 2023...
The Best Educational Resources for Scheme Executives
Scheme Executive training is imperative according to Pearl Scheltema, CEO of Fitzanne Estates. “As a Managing Agent and Portfolio Manager,...
What is an Executive Management Agent & should you allow CSOS to assign one on your behalf?
Did you know that if a Sectional Title Scheme chooses to employ an Executive Management Agent, the appointed person can...
How can directions or restrictions be placed on trustees?
What would happen if you chose to erect a security gate at your property within a South African Sectional Title...
Benefits of appointing a Managing Agent for Sectional Title Schemes
Running a Sectional Title Scheme may initially seem easy, especially if the complex in question is small. While many Bodies...
Sectional Title Scheme Executives: 5 Questions to Ask a Potential Managing Agent
Choosing a full-service property management company or Managing Agent to take care of a Sectional Title Scheme can be a...
5 Sectional Title Insurance Realities Highlighted by the KZN Floods
The South African news cycle is fast, and while most of us have already moved on from the news that...
4 Important Things Sectional Title Owners Should Realise About their AGM
If you are a property owner in a Sectional Title Scheme in South Africa, you’ve probably received your fair...
#TshwaneYaTima: 3 Lessons for Scheme Executives
In mid-February this year, the City of Tshwane caused a big stir with their highly-publicised #TshwaneYaTima campaign, which was rolled...
#BizTrends2022: Executive training, professionalisation, tech to boost property management industry
Trends that are coming to the forefront in the full-service property management industry this year include a firm focus on...
How to Prevent Festive Season Rental Blues – Top Tips for Landlords
The sun is out, the holidays are around the corner and South Africa is abuzz with festive cheer. As families...
Is your Property Managing Agent Compliant?
How do you go about choosing a Property Managing Agent for your residential or commercial property in South Africa? This...
Green Building Changes You Can Make to Increase Your Property Value
Have you ever considered making green building changes to your property to increase its value? If not, now may be...
The ABCs of the Rental Housing Act & Rental Housing Tribunal for SA landlords
If you are a landlord, property owner, and property investor who rents out their home/s, you may have heard about...
Prioritising Female Leadership in Property
The time has come for women to take charge of their role in the property industry. This is the key...
Buying a house: What do I qualify for?
Understanding what you need to buy a property can be one of the biggest challenges that buyers face. The good...
Training an essential component for South African Youth to benefit from Property Investment
First-time buyer rates are at an all-time high, with more and more young people taking the plunge and starting their...
POPI & PAIA compliance for all community schemes
YES! The time has come: The Protection of Personal Information Act’s deadline for compliance is steadfastly approaching, being 1 July...
Legal Requirements of an AGM: What Scheme Executives Must Know
While an AGM could seem like an unnecessary formality, it is actually one of the most crucial aspects of proper...
Tax implications to be aware of when investing in property
Taxes and property go hand in hand – much to the chagrin of those liable to pay it. Luckily, there...
The state of the rental industry in SA
March marks the grim anniversary for the first COVID-19 lockdown we embarked on a year ago. It’s fair to say...
#Budget2021: What the Real Estate Industry can expect
As we await the National Budget Speech later this month, many investors and roleplayers in the real estate industry are...
Making the cut in 2021: Protecting property investments in a challenging market
After a tumultuous 2020, the New Year shows no signs of slowing down. Pearl Scheltema, CEO of Fitzanne Estates, emphasises...
Making sense of the COVID-era property landscape
The 2020 property market is a tricky one to make sense of. With a pandemic raging on, economic fallout leading...
Your guide to transferring property ownership in South Africa
By Pearl Scheltema, CEO, Fitzanne Estates Understanding the basics of conveyancing, also known as property ownership transfer, is an essential...
Your guide to buying in a Sectional Title Scheme
Unprecedented lending conditions have resulted in the ultimate buyers’ market. For those looking to climb the property ladder, now truly...
Building the next generation of property leaders
Designed to keep you informed and captivated whilst sharing the latest news in the South African residential property market, Fitzanne’s...
How do I view properties during Lockdown Level 2?
If you’re a landlord with tenants that are about to move out, or perhaps the court has granted you with...
A Landlord’s guide to rental collections during lockdown
While we like to think that our lease agreements protect us during times like these, the reality is that the...