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Latest news from the South African property professional.

What does the new minimum earnings threshold mean for employers?
The Minister of Employment and Labour published a new minimum earnings threshold for employees. What…
13 May 2021

Flexible working: no generation left behind
In the next five years, there will be five generations in the workplace. Each of…
13 May 2021

Is rental housing sector ready for new Act?
South Africa’s rental housing scene will see major change once the Rental Housing Amendment Act…
6 May 2021

Airbnb: protection from ‘bad’ guests
Short-term letting can be a great source of income. But it comes with risks as…
6 May 2021

Survey: most businesses not ready for POPIA?
In a recent TPN Credit Bureau survey of 200 companies, most were not yet compliant…
6 May 2021

‘Hidden’ costs at auction sales
More distressed homes are being sold on auction today but read the fine print because standard…
6 May 2021

It’s time! POPIA regulations coming into effect
Businesses have until 01 July to become compliant with the Protection of Personal Information Act…
29 April 2021

POPIA: Who is the information officer?
In terms of Regulation 4 to the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), from 1…
29 April 2021

Survey shows optimism in rental industry despite Covid challenges
The South African rental property industry, like many other sectors, continues to feel the effects…
29 April 2021

Asbestos: a ticking time bomb
In November 2020, property owners were given just 18 months to identify asbestos in their…
29 April 2021



