Sectional Title vs Full Title: What Every Buyer Should Know
Sectional Title vs Full Title: What Every Buyer Should Know Before you sign an offer to purchase, it’s important to understand how property ownership types affect your costs, responsibilities, and lifestyle. Here’s a breakdown of three of the main types of ownership...
Why Your Scheme’s AGM Matters More Than You Think
Why Your Scheme’s AGM Matters More Than You Think The Annual General Meeting (AGM) is more than just a yearly update – it’s a legal requirement and a vital part of running a successful, financially sound, and transparent community scheme. Here’s what’s at...
The Management Team in a Sectional Title Scheme: Roles and Responsibilities
The Management Team in a Sectional Title Scheme: Roles and Responsibilities Running a sectional title scheme takes more than paying levies – it requires a dedicated team to handle finances, governance, compliance, and day-to-day operations. In South Africa, this...
The Real Cost of Delaying Maintenance in Your Complex
The Real Cost of Delaying Maintenance in Your Complex Putting off maintenance might seem like a way to save money – until the real costs start adding up. Deferred upkeep doesn’t just impact the appearance of a Scheme – it affects safety, property values,...
Sectional Title Maintenance: Who Is Responsible for What?
Sectional Title Maintenance: Who Is Responsible for What? Owning a home in a sectional title scheme comes with unique responsibilities. Whether you live in an apartment, townhouse, or estate, understanding who maintains what is crucial for avoiding disputes and...
What Happens When Owners Don’t Pay Their Levies?
What Happens When Owners Don’t Pay Their Levies? Levy contributions aren’t optional extras – they’re the backbone of your Scheme’s financial health. When owners fall behind, the consequences go beyond the defaulter. Unpaid levies can result in: Cash flow strain,...
Understanding Your Rights and Responsibilities as a Sectional Title Owner
Understanding Your Rights and Responsibilities as a Sectional Title Owner Living in a sectional title scheme means enjoying the benefits of community living—but it also means sharing responsibilities with your neighbours. South African laws like the Sectional Titles...
Sectional Title Ownership in South Africa – What Do You Own?
Sectional Title Ownership in South Africa – What Do You Own? Buying into a sectional title scheme, whether an apartment, townhouse, or cluster, can feel exciting, but it’s also a little different from purchasing a freestanding home. In a sectional title, ownership is...