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By Bennie van Dyk, Senior Operations Manager: Community Schemes Management What is a Managing Agent? A managing agent is a professional entity or individual appointed by the scheme executives of a community scheme, such as a body corporate or homeowners’ association, to oversee the day-to-day operations, financial management, and administrative functions of the community scheme.

By Liezel Kruger, Commercial Property Portfolio Manager: Property Administration and Facilities Management When we think about commercial property, the focus is often on the big decisions: acquiring an asset, securing tenants, developing a new building or achieving a strong investment return. However, once the transaction is complete and the building is occupied, another factor becomes

In the photo, from left to right: Annette Branders, Lorraine Pienaar, and Gerda Grundlingh, photographed in front of MidCity Property Group. In 2002, Gerda was urgently searching for a two-bedroom apartment close to her workplace and the schools in the Hatfield and Brooklyn areas. Despite her efforts, she was unable to find suitable accommodation. Her

By Ascendant Financial Services (Pty) Ltd Your SARS eFiling profile should always remain under your control, even if an accountant or tax practitioner manages your tax affairs on your behalf. Losing control of your SARS eFiling profile can create significant compliance, legal and financial risks during filing season. Many taxpayers allow an accountant to set

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

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

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,

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

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

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