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Can Trustees Terminate Services for Owners Who Owe Levies?

By Bennie van Dyk, Senior Operations Manager: Community Schemes Management – MidCity Property Services (Pty) Ltd A question we are often asked by trustees and owners alike is whether a body corporate can refuse services to an owner who has fallen behind on levy payments. It is an understandable frustration as levies are essential to […]

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Why full compliance and market readiness are essential before opening a new residential or student accommodation building

By Diounie Strydom, Accountant & Credit Control Manager: Property Administration and Facilities Management – MidCity Property Services (Pty) Ltd Opening a new building to the market before it is fully complete and compliant can have serious financial, legal, and reputational consequences—especially in the highly competitive student accommodation sector. Developers and property owners often feel pressure

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Buying vs. Renting a Home in South Africa: Making the Right Choice

By Pieter van Heerden, Director – Ascendant Financial Services (Pty) Ltd Deciding whether to buy or rent a home is one of the most significant financial and lifestyle decisions many South Africans will make. Homeownership is often associated with long‑term wealth accumulation, security, and stability, while renting is commonly linked to flexibility, lower upfront costs,

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MidCity Community Schemes goes Paperless with Payments

By Charesé Dercksen, Financial Manager: Community Schemes Management – MidCity Property Services (Pty) Ltd MidCity Property Services is pleased to announce an exciting new chapter for our Community Scheme Management (CSM) division as we officially move towards a paperless, digitally enhanced working environment. This step reflects our commitment to innovation – one of our core

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The Importance Of The Statutory Requirements To Do Joint Occupation And Vacate Inspections With Tenants

By Facilities Management – MidCity Property Services (Pty) Ltd This may be a slight inconvenience now, but it could save you significant headaches, costs, and disputes in the future. In accordance with the Rental Housing Act 50 of 1999, Section 3(2)(e–f), in respect of residential units, and the PPRA in respect of commercial properties, the

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The Importance of Proper Valuation of Sectional Title Schemes in South Africa

By Bennie van Dyk, Senior Operations Manager: Community Schemes Management – MidCity Property Services (Pty) Ltd Sectional title living has become an increasingly popular form of property ownership in South Africa, offering individuals the opportunity to own a defined part of a property while sharing common facilities with other owners. As these developments grow in

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You Don’t Need More Money – You Need Better Money Habits

By Sheldene Alester, Senior Accountant – Ascendant Financial Services (Pty) Ltd Most people believe that earning more money is the only way to achieve financial freedom. While this may differ from person to person, depending on lifestyle and circumstances, it is not the only path. Financial freedom and wealth are built on consistent money habits

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Crypto Assets and Taxes in South Africa: What You Need to Know

By Sheldene Alester, Senior Accountant – Ascendant Financial Services (Pty) Ltd Crypto assets have become a major part of the digital economy, offering innovative ways to store and exchange value. But with these opportunities comes an important responsibility—tax compliance. If you’re trading, mining, or using crypto for transactions, understanding how taxes apply is essential to

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WHY UPDATED CONDUCT RULES MATTER IN SECTIONAL TITLE SCHEMES

By Bennie van Dyk, Senior Operations Manager: Community Schemes Management – MidCity Property Services Sectional title schemes function as micro-communities where clear, fair, and up-to-date rules are essential for harmonious living. Governed by the Sectional Titles Schemes Management Act (STSMA), these rules regulate the behaviour of owners, tenants, and visitors within the scheme. As lifestyles,

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