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Can Businesses Avoid the CPA (Consumer Protection Act) With Rental Leases?

Can Businesses Avoid the CPA (Consumer Protection Act) With Rental Leases?

South Africa’s Consumer Protection Act (CPA) is designed to protect everyday people from unfair business practices.
Finding a Rental in the Western Cape: A Tenant’s Survival Guide

Finding a Rental in the Western Cape: A Tenant’s Survival Guide

If you’re looking for a house or an apartment to rent in the Western Cape, you know the struggle
Does the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) Apply to Your Residential Rental Lease?

Does the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) Apply to Your Residential Rental Lease?

This is important for both landlords and tenants, as it determines which rules apply if a lease needs to be ended early.
The Gender Gap in Residential Rentals: Income vs. Affordability

The Gender Gap in Residential Rentals: Income vs. Affordability

Despite shifts in the modern workforce, the "rent gap" persists.
The Rental Housing Tribunal: Your Free Mediator for Residential Rental Problems

The Rental Housing Tribunal: Your Free Mediator for Residential Rental Problems

Renting a home in South Africa should be easy, but sometimes disagreements happen between a tenant and a landlord.
New Court Ruling Clarifies When CPA Applies to Residential Leases

New Court Ruling Clarifies When CPA Applies to Residential Leases

Last week, South Africa's highest court for appeals, made a very important decision about rental agreements and the Consumer Protection Act (CPA).
Your Rights as a Residential Tenant: When Can Your Landlord Walk In?

Your Rights as a Residential Tenant: When Can Your Landlord Walk In?

In South Africa, your landlord cannot enter your rented home without a valid reason and proper notice. Know your rights and protect your privacy today.
Can I Use Small Claims Court in South Africa for a Dispute Over Rent or a Rental Deposit?

Can I Use Small Claims Court in South Africa for a Dispute Over Rent or a Rental Deposit?

Resolve rental disputes under R20,000 quickly using South Africa’s Small Claims Court. Send a demand letter, gather evidence, and file your claim today.
What is the Rental Housing Tribunal and How Can It Help You?

What is the Rental Housing Tribunal and How Can It Help You?

It is always the hope that tenant and landlord relationships remain respectful and positive, but when things take a turn for the worse, the Rental Housing
Can High Rent Increases Be Illegal in South Africa?

Can High Rent Increases Be Illegal in South Africa?

Raising rentals within acceptable terms is always a delicate issue for landlords – as rentals achieved are determined by demand and supply dynamics
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