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2023’s essential rental amenity – Solar panels

Access to electricity is becoming less and less reliable, making home energy generation look very attractive. How can residential rental agencies help?

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PayProp Rental Index Q1 2023 – Fastest rental growth since 2017

The PayProp Rental Index Q1 2023 is available to download for free now.

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Don’t rush into a lease agreement without considering these five things

Tenants often feel rushed into signing lease agreements for fear of losing out, but ticking the boxes will help you find the perfect home.

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Be the #1 choice for local landlords

Rental agents: discover how your FinTech can help you sign more landlord clients.

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It’s here – our 2022 annual review of the SA rental market

The PayProp Rental Index Annual Market Report 2022 is available to download now.

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How business insurance could salvage everything you ever worked for

Get next-level protection for your property business with Agent Sure, a new insurance product that combines fidelity guarantee and professional indemnity cover.

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PayProp Rental Index Q3 2022 – Average rent passes R8 000 for first time

In this quarter’s PayProp Rental Index, we see an ongoing recovery and record-high rents despite rising inflation.

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Collect rent in cash? Make sure you stay compliant with the new rules

Estate and rental agents must report cash payments over R50 000 to the FIC within 3 days. How can PayProp help?