Jun 11, 2019 | Building Disputes, Buying Property
If you have nice neighbours you are very lucky, however in reality some are not very pleasant and can make your life miserable at times. It is worth making the time getting to know those who live next to you, as neighbours can play an important role in our lives and...
May 22, 2019 | Building Disputes, Building Plans
“My neighbour has recently started building a new double-storey extension to his house which has dramatically impacted on my view as I now look directly into the back of his double storey from my main living area. I was not aware that he would be building and am...
Mar 15, 2019 | Building Plans, Home Inspections, Selling Property
It is common knowledge that when a house or a structure is built on immovable property that the law requires the plans to be drawn up in a particular manner and approved by the relevant Local Authority with jurisdiction. Therefore, it stands to reason that every...
Mar 4, 2019 | Home Inspections
Eric Bell (Director of Inspect-a-Home) was interviewed by Cornelius Koopman of “All about Property” on DSTV’s Home Channel (channel 176) on Monday 4 March 2019 – Sunday 10 March 2019. Eric discusses with Cornelius what the Property...
Feb 5, 2019 | Building Plans, Home Inspections, Selling Property
It’s vital to get your house in order before you sell your home and one of the things that can cause massive delays in the transfer process is an issue with the building plans. By law, homeowners have to ensure that all the buildings on the property are on the...
Dec 7, 2018 | Home Inspections, Property Practitioners Bill, Selling Property
The long-awaited Property Practitioners Bill intended to transform the property market was passed in Parliament this week.
Dec 1, 2018 | Buying Property, Home Inspections, Property Practitioners Bill
Some of the proposed changes are positive and others will, inevitably, be contentious. These are some of the most dramatic changes to the regulatory framework currently in existence. Who or what is a “property practitioner”? The definition of “estate agent” in the...
Sep 20, 2018 | Signs and Symptoms
By knowing the potential complications that can arise in your home from flooding and leaks, you can be better prepared to deal with them effectively. Signs and symptoms of mould Allergic reactions, such as sneezing, congestion or runny nose. Mould odour, especially in...
Aug 20, 2018 | Home Repairs, Signs and Symptoms
There are a few tips and tricks that can be undertaken to ensure that your foundations of your property remain structurally sound. These tips can also be used when assessing a potential property for purchasing. Make sure your property is GRADED – at least 15cm...
Aug 17, 2018 | Home Inspections
Eric Bell (Director of Inspect-a-Home) was interviewed by Cornelius Koopman of “All about Property” on DSTV’s Home Channel (channel 176) on Monday 20 August 2018 – Sunday 26 August 2018. Eric takes Cornelius around a home that was purchased by...
