Trafalgar Newsletter Crossword: February Solutions
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Understanding Sectional Title levies: How they are calculated and why they increase.
Levies are the lifeblood of Sectional Title (ST) schemes and yet there is still widespread confusion about how they are calculated and what they are used for. It is time for trustees, property managers and owners to work together to achieve more clarity and fewer levy misunderstandings and disputes, says Andrew Schaefer, MD of leading property management company Trafalgar.
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Look before you leap into renting!
With many property buying decisions having been delayed by rising interest rates over the past two years, the number of prospective tenants has of course increased, and thus also the competition for rental homes, but this does not mean that tenants should be any less thorough when checking out a property or the terms of
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Trafalgar Newsletter Crossword: November Solutions
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The right way to tackle Sectional Title additions and alterations
An increasing percentage of home sales in SA are in sectional title (ST) schemes, and buyers of these properties need to be aware that they don’t have the same freedom with regard to additions and alterations as those who buy full title homes. So says Andrew Schaefer, MD of national property management company Trafalgar, notes:
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All you need to know about exclusive use areas
Exclusive use areas (EUAs) often give rise to disputes in Sectional Title complexes and owners and prospective buyers need to make sure they understand them properly before they try to use them incorrectly or commit to the purchase of a Sectional Title unit. That’s the advice of Andrew Schaefer, MD of the leading national property
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Trafalgar Newsletter Crossword: October Solutions
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Sectional Title or freehold? What the differences mean to buyers
With so many different types of secure development now all falling under the Community Housing Schemes Ombud Service Act, it’s important for homebuyers – and especially those buying for the first time – to be aware of the differences between Sectional Title and freehold properties in these schemes, and how these differences are likely to affect them
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Trustees, managing agents and EMAs: Who does what?
The trustees and managing agents of Sectional Tile schemes have very different roles to play – but need to work together to ensure the smooth operation of those schemes, as well as good governance and legal compliance. “In short, trustees and managing agents are supposed to collaborate closely and share information, insights and expertise. Trustees
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Trafalgar Newsletter Crossword: September Solutions
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