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LANDLORDS We do Rentals

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A few tips for the Tenant

The housing crisis that has taken South Africa in a vice like grip for the past three or so years has had many negative consequences to which everyday South African have to respond to.   

Bank repossessed properties both homes and flats has caused countless owners to lose their castle and become renters.  

Also the high decline of the banks to grant home loans not only to first time buyers, but to everyone in South Africa, has caused a lack of suitable rental properties to come on the mark, as well as a record number of people in the rental market.

This has handed the owner a full range of potential tenants.

Owners and Agents have become very picky and demanding in their approach to evaluating potential tenants, putting many tenants in a precarious position.

Tenants Turn the Tables.

Even if Owners and Agents have the assumed advantage in the process of rentals, there are still a few important things all tenant should do to check out their potential Owner or Agent.    Before deciding to sign a binding rental agreement, here are a few things tenants should do to determine if their potential Owner or Agent will be fair, reasonable and abide by the Rental Housing Act.

Talk to Pervious Tenants, or Tenants next Door.

Why you may ask, If you can speak to the pervious tenant about the property, you can ask what the security is like, how reasonably they were treated by the Owner or Agent, how long did it take for repairs to be done, does everything work, was it clean when they moved in, was the inspections done on time, did the Owner or Agent refund a reasonable amount of the deposit based on actual wear and tear occurring on the house during their occupation? These questions, and many more will give you a good idea if your Owner or Agent will be a good or just a pain in the neck.

Ask to See the Historical Water, Refuse, and Sewerage Account.

This will confirm for you that the amount that the Owner or Agent has told you is correct.

Other Questions to Ask.

Who pays for;

  • Are pets allowed and what kind.
  • Is there off-street parking, and for how many.
  • How long does it take for the deposit to be paid back.
  • What other charges are there.
  • Garden Services.
  • Who pays the Levies.
  • Who is responsible for the Pool.
  • When is refuse collected.
  • Is the owner willing to paint.
  • Is the owner installing curtain rails.
  • Is the owner installing security.

Who is responsible for;

Broken door locks.

  • Lost keys.
  • Broken windows.
  • Burst water pipes.
  • Burst Hot Water Tank.
  • Broken wash line.
  • Signal for the DSTV.

Last Question:

Ask and insist on seeing the Fidelity Fund Certificate of the agent, it must current. If the FFC is not current find another agent. Also ask, what happens to your deposit, you are allowed to ask, and you are allowed to receive confirmation that it is in a interest bearing bank account, to the benefits of yourself.

In Closing: ask the question, never ever assume that it will be like this or that, ask the question get an answer, and commit it to writing, do your homework.

Want to know more call Mike on 082 926 3851.

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HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS IN KUILS RIVER

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R414,000-00

 

Do you qualify for 'Gap" Housing?

 

 Yes, if:

 You have never owend a house before.

  • You have never recevied State housing subsidy before.
  • You earn less than R14,000-00 (Joint Income) per month.

 

What is 'GAP' housing?

 'GAP' housing can be defined as the creation and promotion by "goverment" of housing opportunities, in partnership with the private sector, for people earning a joint monthly income between R3,501-00 and R14,000-00.

 This income band represents the 'Gap" between people in the lower income bands (earning below R3,501-00) who qualify for various State Subsidies, and the higher income bands (earning above R14,000-00) who rely soley on private sector development.

FREEHOLD AND SECTIONAL TITLE UNITS AVAILABLE

 

For more information on Cap Housing, phone 021 975 1770 and speak to Mike

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INCOMPETENT RENTAL AGENTS & AGENCIES

Not all Agents & Agencies are Rental Agents

Don’t be fooled into thinking that an agent working for a big agencies is going to be your best choice to look after letting of your property, or a one man show.

Some of those agents that are passing themselves off as rental agents have little experience and training in this field.

By offering a lower commission to the Owners, they convince the Owner to give them the property to let on their behalf, they are not experienced, qualified enough, and in a lot of the instances not qualified at all to provide the service you require, such as;

  • Running a full credit check using TPN.
  • Setting up an Agreement to Lease that is so tight that not even oil will stop it from squeaking, and complies with the Consumer Protection Act, Rental Housing Act, and the Unfair Practices Act.
  • Has a current Fidelity Fund Certificate.
  • The correct procedures for collection and handling of rents.
  • Steps to take for non-payment of rent.
  • Good sound advice in regards to rentals and properties to purchase for letting.

Letting and management of properties is a skill which LANDLORDS We do Rentals has built up and learnt over the years, it is not a skill that can be learnt in a short period. We Just do Letting, not trying to make ends meet.

Due to the lack of sales many agents and agency have become frustrated, including the big boys, and in an effort to supplement their income have diversified overnight into residential letting and rental management, without the know how.

It is dangerous to entrust your properties to an agent or agency without doing your homework.

All agents at LANDLORDS We do Rentals are under the control of a very experienced and knowledgeable Manager, and you are assured that it is not left to chance the management of your properties. All agents are NQF4 or NQF5 qualified, holders of a Fidelity Fund Certificate or 2011 and 2012.

Book a consultation with your nearest LANDLORDS We do Rentals office today;

Our main office is in Durbanvile.

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LANDLORDS WE DO RENTALS

LANDLORDSTM We do Rentals is in no way connected to landlords.co.za they are not a rental company, and do not offer the service that LANDLORDSTM We do Rentals does.

For a complete service package contact LANDLORDS on 021 975 1770 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it   phone Mike on 082 926 3851.