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Agent lets owner down
One of our readers is unhappy with both a recent tenant of her property and the letting agent who initially secured and handled the tenant. It appears that the agent introduced the candidate and assured the reader that she was suitable and that all credit checks had been properly performed. The reader was satisfied with this and signed the lease agreement. At first everything went smoothly. The rental was paid on time and the reader had no other issues with the tenant. However, from the … [Read more...] about Agent lets owner down
Your World of Tech: A small tablet device packed with all the functionality of its larger competitors.
The Dell Streak 5 is an Android v2.2 tablet device with powerful mobility features which will benefit both business and personal users. Aside from the usual features you may find in competitor devices, the Streak 5 boasts features such as 3G HSDPA, stand-alone GPS & Assisted GPS, a digital compass, 5 megapixel camera, 720p video camera, Flash Player and a "Gorilla Glass" display. Furthermore because the Streak 5 is an Android based device, the amount of applications one can find in the … [Read more...] about Your World of Tech: A small tablet device packed with all the functionality of its larger competitors.
Scammers back on the phone
Beware of the following scam - a well spoken person calls your admin department and says he/she is calling from one of your clients, and that their server is down so they have not been able to pay you. Please will you fax through the latest invoice. They may also provide an e-mail account. They are nowhere near your client, but have accessed your clients database of creditors in some way. What they then do is to submit the invoice on your behalf - with new banking details. If the client … [Read more...] about Scammers back on the phone
Common ground for special levies
This week the panel tackles a reader's question about the calculation of levies and explains how special levies are divided between owners in a sectional title complex. The reader describes her complex as consisting of nine units, all of which are roughly the same size, give or take a few square metres. She would like to know whether this means that all owners should pay approximately the same amount with regard to levies. Extensive renovations are being done to the complex and, as a … [Read more...] about Common ground for special levies
Your World of Tech: All-in-one handheld wireless keyboard and mouse
The Cideko Air Keyboard is a wireless all-in-one keyboard and mouse input device for PC's and laptops. This gadget is a must have for those people who enjoy being ahead of the crowd in terms of the latest, smartest and sometimes most exotic gadgets a person can lay their hands on. The Cideko Air Keyboard has a strong tendency to be used as a PC entertainment and audio visual control device, but should also be recognized for the business functionality it offers. It supports almost all major … [Read more...] about Your World of Tech: All-in-one handheld wireless keyboard and mouse
Dead end in Estate Transfer
Purchasing a property from a deceased estate is often fraught with problems. The question before the panel this week relates to a transfer that appears to have hit a dead end. Some time ago, a reader signed an offer to purchase on a property that formed part of a deceased estate. The previous owner had passed away two years before and the deceased's sister appeared to be dealing with the property. The reader explains that the sister was in fact the beneficiary of the property, but decided … [Read more...] about Dead end in Estate Transfer
Paving the way for common problems
Our panel is often asked to deal with a variety of issues relating to sectional title complexes, from problems between neighbours to maintenance of the common property. This week's reader question is a classic example of the latter. The reader explains that he has owned and lived in his unit for some time. Approximately two years ago, he approached the trustees of the complex about paving a dusty and unusable area adjacent to his unit. He was well aware that the area formed part of the … [Read more...] about Paving the way for common problems
Rights and Responsibilities – Landlords, Leases and Liabilities
This week our panel once again sheds light on the rights and responsibilities in the landlord-tenant relationship. A reader explains that she moved into a flat and was required to pay a deposit of R2 000 into the landlord's account. Some time later, she gave notice and subsequently vacated the flat. Upon leaving, the reader was advised by the landlord that her satellite dish was not to be removed. He also informed her that he would use R500 of her deposit for repairs and painting. The … [Read more...] about Rights and Responsibilities – Landlords, Leases and Liabilities
Storm Brewing Over Runoff
With all the rain that has fallen across the country recently, it is not surprising to hear from a reader who complains about the manner in which his neighbour diverts stormwater runoff. He writes that his neighbour has made numerous holes in their shared boundary wall, diverting stormwater to the reader's side. The problem is exacerbated by the fact that the properties are on an incline, with the reader's erf being the lower of the two. The reader would like to know whether this practice … [Read more...] about Storm Brewing Over Runoff
Steamed up Over Burst Geyser Cover
It appears that issues relating to geyser replacement in a sectional title scheme have got more than one reader steamed up. The typical scenario presented to our experts seems to be that there is insurance in place to cover the replacement of a burst geyser. However, the sectional title owner is then held responsible for the excess payable and/or any amount not covered by the policy. One reader in particular feels that, in her instance, the scheme was underinsured for the cost of her … [Read more...] about Steamed up Over Burst Geyser Cover
Parental use and abuse
This week our experts help a reader sort out a rather complex and emotional legal problem involving her parents and their right of use on part of her property. The reader's situation did not begin as a usufruct-related issue. She had initially invited her parents to come and live on her property and build a cottage there. After the building was completed, her parents suggested that they enter into a usufruct arrangement to protect their rights to the property and/or their dwelling. The … [Read more...] about Parental use and abuse
Of Moral, Latent and Patent Defects
This week, our panel deals with a question from a reader grappling with the issue of moral defects versus latent and patent ones. The reader is currently renting a property, which is on the market and has been viewed by several potential buyers. When questioned by the viewers about possible issues or faults relating to the property, he has responded truthfully. Unfortunately, it appears that there are structural defects, which have caused the walls and tiles to crack. The reader’s … [Read more...] about Of Moral, Latent and Patent Defects
Property Purchase up in Heir
This week our panel helps a reader who is uncertain about what the heirs can do with a property that forms part of a deceased estate. The reader explains that she is currently living in a property that belonged to a deceased family member and she now wishes to make an offer to purchase on it. She does not mention how long ago the family member passed away but it appears that the transfer from the estate to the ultimate beneficiary has not yet taken place. The matter is further complicated by … [Read more...] about Property Purchase up in Heir
It was at Emerald Square Between 5:00 and 6:00 pm on a Friday
Last week I had to attend a meeting near the Post office in the centre of town. I had just climbed out of the car when a "Car Guard" appeared out of no where. Startled and feeling vulnerable at being ambushed with nowhere to escape, the "car guard" stood firmly between me and the way out, suggesting they would "look after" my car. I just knew I had to regain lost advantage and regain higher ground and get "insurance" with a negotiating dominance that would ensure the "car guard" would provide … [Read more...] about It was at Emerald Square Between 5:00 and 6:00 pm on a Friday
