AI is driving Cape Town's holiday rental boom
ChatGPT referrals to NOX Cape Town have surged 300%, with AI-driven bookings converting at nearly twice the rate of traditional Google search traffic
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Top Airbnb & short-term rental hosts reveal the secrets to more bookings
Airbnb, PriceLabs and Fluent Living experts reveal why quality photos, content and guest reviews, not lower prices, drive more bookings and higher revenue
CSOS rulings expose costly mistakes in scheme disputes
Two CSOS rulings show that scheme disputes can fail without legal standing or objective evidence, exposing costly mistakes before the merits are heard
PIE Amendment Bill could transform evictions in South Africa
South Africa's PIE Amendment Bill could transform eviction law, introducing tougher penalties for land invasions and faster relief for landlords in hardship
Rates, rebates and the race for municipal votes
South Africa's municipalities are offering rates rebates and debt relief ahead of the 4 November elections, but are ratepayers being rewarded or simply courted?
Fixer-Uppers: Hidden goldmine or costly mistake?
Fixer-uppers can unlock value for buyers, but hidden defects, renovation costs and poor planning can turn a bargain into an expensive mistake in 2026
Rental management holds the key to agency growth
Rental management is becoming key to agency growth as strong demand, low vacancies, PropTech and AI drive recurring income across South Africa’s market
Cheap levies could cost buyers dearly in 2026
Cheap levies can hide underfunded schemes, special levies and bond risks, making reserve funds and maintenance plans vital checks before buying in 2026
From levy burden to lifestyle dividend
South African estates are transforming levies from a cost into a source of lifestyle value and resident rewards.More than R11 billion in annual levies creates opportunities to enhance communities and protect property values.Good governance remains the foundation of any successful rewards or lifestyle offering.
Landlord or Tenant? Who pays for property repairs?
Know who pays for rental repairs in South Africa, from landlord duties to tenant upkeep, fair wear and tear, and lease clauses that prevent costly disputes
Renovate or relocate? How to make the right move
Rising renovation costs are forcing homeowners to weigh upgrades against moving, with value, lifestyle needs and resale potential guiding the right move
5 key steps to secure your rental deposit back
Protect your rental deposit with repairs, cleaning, inspections, and proper documentation to avoid deductions and improve your full refund chances
