The last quarter of 2020 isn’t going to be easy. It’s likely that this sentiment will follow into the first and second quarters of 2021, making it a tough road for the real estate sector and property owner alike. However, there remain clear signs of light at the end...
Differentiation. It’s a word that has risen to the surface over the course of 2020. A word that has marked the rapid race of sector, company and industry to reinvent their offerings and refocus their customer markets in the wake of global shutdowns and economic...
Many South Africans have been working from home over the last three months. Together with the electricity tariff hikes in effect from 1 July, most residential users will be in for a shock when it comes to their electricity bill. Complex tariffs are not only...
Real estate has a new frontier to explore, one defined by lockdowns and the impact of the pandemic. As people slowly emerge from lengthy stays behind closed doors, their priorities and approaches to home living and purchasing have changed. Across the world, there has...
Have you ever wondered why electricity is measured in kWh when all it actually is, is energy? Most people are quite comfortable when it comes to measuring energy in calories or kilojoules (kj), such as when ‘counting calories’ for a new diet or ‘burning kilojoules’ on...
The office space you’re renting comes with water and power and you need to know how they’re managed You’re running a business. It’s new or perhaps you’ve moved into new premises. As you juggle furniture, invoicing, staff, addressing and the other critical aspects of...
Being able to easily purchase tokens and recharge their meters is arguably the most important thing for people using prepaid meters. It’s something they could potentially be doing several times a month and they want it to be as easy and convenient as possible. By...
As the owner or manager of a residential or commercial property, you are likely keeping numerous balls in the air, all at the same time. From managing the upkeep of the property to juggling tenant needs to resolving unexpected problems, the role is challenging and...
Understanding how prepaid tariffs are calculated can sometimes be confusing and many people assume that prepaid tariff rates are the same everywhere. This is usually not the case. Did you know, depending on your location and provider’s pricing model, electricity costs...
One of the biggest headaches for most landlords and property owners is recovering monthly water and electricity costs from tenants; it can be quite challenging maintaining a good relationship with multiple tenants whilst keeping the lights and water on (and not be...
