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The benefits of individual water meters in sectional title propertiesWith the steep rises in municipal tariffs this year, water usage has become a hot topic in Sectional Title (ST) complexes, where the benefits of individual water meters - and especially pre-paid meters - are increasingly being recognised.How to prevent and resolve rental disputesRenting a property can often lead to disputes between landlords and tenants, ranging from issues of non-payment of the rent to disagreements over maintenance, noise, municipal charges and overcrowding.Is your lease agreement legal? Due to the prolonged delay in promulgating the Rental Housing Amendment Act of 2014, there is some confusion about whether or not a lease agreement in South Africa has to be in writing – but it is highly advisable for both landlords and tenants to ensure that they do have a written contract.