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Welcome to the February Edition of Trafalgar Online

We’re thrilled to bring you the latest edition of Trafalgar Online, your go-to source for everything related to Community Scheme Living. This month’s edition is packed with insightful articles and compelling video content that promise to engage, inform, and inspire. Whether you’re a seasoned reader or discovering Trafalgar Online for the first time, there’s something here for everyone. Not sure how Trafalgar Online came to life?

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Now an integral part of the Estate Living portfolio, Trafalgar Online has undergone a dynamic rebranding in 2024 to align with our shared commitment to excellence in community living. The reimagined Trafalgar Online continues to deliver trusted news, editorial features, and engaging video content tailored to the needs of homeowners, residents, and trustees. With a focus on practical advice and expert insights, our mission is to empower community members to make informed, confident decisions for better living.

Don’t miss out—explore this edition and discover why Trafalgar Online is the ultimate resource for thriving in your community scheme.

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February 2025

Stories published by Estate Living in partnership with Trafalgar Property Management

All you need to know about entry and exit rental inspections

All you need to know about entry and exit rental inspections

3 min readDiscover the importance of entry and exit rental inspections in maintaining transparency and protecting the rights of landlords and tenants.

It may surprise you to learn that the ingredients in your salad were probably harvested – not on the rolling fields you imagine – but at a rooftop or urban allotment.

A fresh look at farming

3 min readIt may surprise you to learn that the ingredients in your salad were probably harvested – not on the rolling fields you imagine – but at a rooftop or urban allotment.

Start the New Year with a fresh perspective. Explore the concept of New Year's resolutions and how to make the coming year better than the previous one.

New Year, new beginnings

5 min readStart the New Year with a fresh perspective. Explore the concept of New Year’s resolutions and how to make the coming year better than the previous one.

Managing a residential estate is different to managing most other businesses because your clients are part of your product, and what you do affects them – not only in a business way but also as humans and families. And what they do affects you, and your other clients. It’s quite a juggling act.

Open door, healthy boundaries

3 min readManaging a residential estate is different to managing most other businesses because your clients are part of your product, and what you do affects them – not only in a business way but also as humans and families. And what they do affects you, and your other clients. It’s quite a juggling act.

Roles in Sectional Title Schemes: Understanding Who Does What

Roles in Sectional Title Schemes: Understanding Who Does What

3 min readDiscover the essential roles in sectional title schemes: owners, trustees, and managing agents. Learn how their collaboration leads to a well-run property.

Pezula Golf Estate

The Best of Knysna & Plett

< 1 min readReaders’ Choice Awards is about identifying and celebrating the very best that Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, and surrounds has to offer.

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Stories published by Estate Living in partnership with Trafalgar Property Management

The right way to deal with levy defaulters

The right way to deal with levy defaulters

4 min readLearn about the consequences faced by levy defaulters and how trustees can navigate the recovery process effectively.

Golfing residential estates host ladies ‘Bunnies’ programme

Golf estates create opportunities for women golfers

3 min readExplore how golf estates are changing the game for women golfers, offering convenience, community, and camaraderie.

Golfing residential estates host ladies ‘Bunnies’ programme

Golfing residential estates host ladies ‘Bunnies’ programme

3 min readDiscover the ‘Bunnies’ programme for beginner lady golfers in South Africa. Get started with golf in a supportive and fun environment.

5 Key Considerations for Buying Property in an HOA or BC

5 Key Considerations for Buying Property in an HOA or BC

3 min readLearn about the important factors to consider when buying property in an HOA or BC. Don’t miss these key considerations for a smooth home buying process.

Enhancing residential estate landscapes

Enhancing residential estate landscapes

6 min readDiscover how enhancing residential estate landscapes goes beyond just aesthetics. Learn about the functional benefits, strategic planning, and outcomes-based approach.

Building well for living well

Building well for living well

4 min readAchieve a healthier lifestyle with the help of the WELL Building Standard. Find out how this system promotes fresh fruit, physical activity, and more.

Pezula Golf Estate

Pezula Golf Estate – Enduring value

2 min readDiscover the luxurious Pezula Golf Estate and its latest upgrade, the renovated Pool House with a brand-new gym exclusively for residents.

Would you like to buy a property within a secure residential gated estate?

Would you like to buy a property within a secure residential gated estate?

2 min readSecure residential gated estate. Renting within a community can help you make an informed decision about homeownership.

Succession planning and recruitment

Succession planning and recruitment

4 min readThe community association management industry in South Africa stands at a critical juncture, grappling with issues that could determine its future.

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December 2024

Stories published by Estate Living in partnership with Trafalgar Property Management

How to prevent and resolve rental disputes

How to prevent and resolve rental disputes

2 min readRenting a property can often lead to disputes between landlords and tenants, ranging from issues of non-payment of the rent to disagreements over maintenance, noise, municipal charges and overcrowding.

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Welgevonden Estate, Stellenbosch – a Residential Oasis

3 min readWelgevonden Estate in Stellenbosch undoubtedly holds a prime position. It has a countryside tranquillity with scenic views of the Boland mountains, and easy access to everything the vibrant town of Stellenbosch and the Cape Winelands region have to offer.

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Pezula Golf Estate a culinary destination

3 min readPezula Golf Estate offers more than just world-class golfing. It has become a culinary haven, catering to both casual diners and those seeking a refined dining experience.

Good governance is the backbone of a successful community

Good governance is the backbone of a successful community

3 min readThis article explores the significance of governance in community associations, the best practices for implementation, the challenges that may arise, and the different governance models available to associations in South Africa.

They know everything about you. They know who you are, where you live, who your friends are, what their names and ID numbers are, what car they drive … and they have hours of video footage of you entering and leaving your home.

Your privacy vs your security

4 min readThey know everything about you. They know who you are, where you live, who your friends are, what their names and ID numbers are, what car they drive … and they have hours of video footage of you entering and leaving your home.

Going abroad is never an easy exercise for South Africans. Aside from visa requirements, we are also forced to make purchases with one of the world’s most volatile and weakest currencies.

5 Countries to visit in 2024 where the Rand is strong

2 min readGoing abroad is never an easy exercise for South Africans. Aside from visa requirements, we are also forced to make purchases with one of the world’s most volatile and weakest currencies.

Dispute resolution: crafting harmony in community living

Dispute resolution: crafting harmony in community living

3 min readIn the intricate world of residential community associations, conflict is an unavoidable reality. As stewards of these shared spaces, community leaders and managers bear the crucial responsibility of navigating disputes with tact and fairness.

Farming estates has become a trend that embraces modern conveniences and security with a simpler, sustainable lifestyle

Should you consider moving to a residential farming estate?

4 min readFarming estates has become a trend that embraces modern conveniences and security with a simpler, sustainable lifestyle

November 2024

November 2024

Stories published by Estate Living in partnership with Trafalgar Property Management

Nine key things to know when moving to Mauritius

Nine key things to know when moving to Mauritius

4 min readThis year presents an optimal window to relocate to Mauritius. Experience political stability, a booming economy, and a tax-friendly haven for investors and remote workers.

The big benefits of individual water meters in Sectional Title

The big benefits of individual water meters in Sectional Title

3 min readWith the steep rises in municipal tariffs this year, water usage has become a hot topic in Sectional Title (ST) complexes, where the benefits of individual water meters – and especially pre-paid meters – are increasingly being recognised

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Estate Living shines the spotlight on general wealth in the estate community

2 min readIn our spotlight, we take an in-depth look at Zimbali Estate, where their long-term approach to generational wealth is reshaping how we think about property investment.

Tipping points and what they mean for management

Tipping points and what they mean for management

4 min readThat old saying, ‘it’s the last straw that breaks the camel’s back’, is the perfect description of tipping points.

White is the new green

White is the new green

4 min readWinter’s over and, in this case, that’s one big relief. 2024 was the wettest winter in the Western Cape since we started recording rainfall, and it was close to record-breaking cold over much of the rest of the country, too.

Property Purchases vs. Luxury goods purchase

Property Purchases vs. Luxury goods purchase

4 min readAs global trends shift, South Africa’s property landscape is evolving in response to new buyer demands, driven by sustainability, technology, and multi-functional living spaces.

An introduction to community association living

An introduction to community association living

4 min readWelcome to the world of community association living, where governance meets community, and where the roles you assume as directors and trustees can profoundly shape the lives of residents.

Apartments in demand, up to R70,000/month to rent, R50 million to buy

Apartments in demand, up to R70,000/month to rent, R50 million to buy

3 min readWhile more than half of all property sales nationally are still for freehold property, demand for apartments continues to rise exponentially with buyers prepared to pay ever higher prices, according to the Seeff Property Group.

October 2024

October 2024

Stories published by Estate Living in partnership with Trafalgar Property Management

Cannabis in Sectional Title schemes

Cannabis in Sectional Title schemes

3 min readSince May, when the Cannabis for Private Purposes Act (CPPA) was finally signed into law, there has been a new urgency to resolve questions about where cannabis can be smoked and grown within Sectional Title complexes and other community housing schemes.

Understanding estate rules

Understanding estate rules

3 min readChoosing the right community for your lifestyle can be a daunting task, especially if you’re navigating these waters for the first time

Top 5 Questions Every Investor Should Ask Before Buying a Home in an HOA

Top 5 Questions Every Investor Should Ask Before Buying a Home in an HOA

3 min readWhen considering an investment in a home within a community governed by a Homeowners Association (HOA), it’s essential to dig deeper than just the curb appeal and amenities.

While developers of smart cities claim that they are healthier than non-smart cities, do they really address the issue that cities – regardless of their IQ – are unhealthy? Or are they just applying a metaphorical Band-Aid?

Is a smart city a healthy city

3 min readWhile developers of smart cities claim that they are healthier than non-smart cities, do they really address the issue that cities – regardless of their IQ – are unhealthy? Or are they just applying a metaphorical Band-Aid?

Finding the right property is hard enough but negotiating the right price and related fees can be harder, especially if one party is unwilling. Sometimes you may need to walk away from the deal.

Negotiation is key when purchasing a property

2 min readFinding the right property is hard enough but negotiating the right price and related fees can be harder, especially if one party is unwilling. Sometimes you may need to walk away from the deal.

Exploring South Africa’s Two-Pot Retirement System

Exploring South Africa’s Two-Pot Retirement System

3 min readSouth Africa is set to introduce a two-pot retirement savings system designed to preserve and safeguard pension savings but there are doubts about whether it can work

A Big Hand for the Spirits by Jennifer Stern

A Big Hand for the Spirits by Jennifer Stern

2 min readA Big Hand for the Spirits is an absorbing rollercoaster ride from the shady drug scene in Cape Town to the multicultural people and attractions of southern Africa.

An introduction to community association living

An introduction to community association living

4 min readWelcome to the world of community association living, where governance meets community, and where the roles you assume as directors and trustees can profoundly shape the lives of residents.

Mould is a type of fungus that grows mainly on organic matter, and is essential for the process of decomposition.

What is mould?

3 min readMould is a type of fungus that grows mainly on organic matter, and is essential for the process of decomposition.

September 2024

September 2024

Stories published by Estate Living in partnership with Trafalgar Property Management

Maintenance critical as Sectional Title insurance costs rocket

Maintenance critical as Sectional Title insurance costs rocket

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Sectional Title (ST) owners are experiencing insurance premium shocks this year as insurance companies and re-insurers rethink the risks associated with building insurance.

Whatever your field, whether you are project managing a multibillion-rand development, overseeing the security on a small estate, getting the kids to school on time, or running a large hospital, you need to manage risk, minimise accidents, and ensure the smooth flow of a number of related tasks.

The Swiss cheese model of risk management

4 min readWhatever your field, whether you are project managing a multibillion-rand development, overseeing the security on a small estate, getting the kids to school on time, or running a large hospital, you need to manage risk, minimise accidents, and ensure the smooth flow of a number of related tasks.

Some residential estates are very big so it can be difficult to know what’s going on, especially in the wilder sections. Even if your estate is not strictly a wildlife estate, it’s important to know the condition of the veld and the health – or otherwise – of animal communities.

Smart management is cleverer than you think

4 min readSome residential estates are very big so it can be difficult to know what’s going on, especially in the wilder sections. Even if your estate is not strictly a wildlife estate, it’s important to know the condition of the veld and the health – or otherwise – of animal communities.

Making change work

Making change work

3 min readWhether you’re moving down the road, semigrating to the coast, or upping sticks and making a new life in a new country, change can be scary. It’s exciting, and full of possibility, but it’s not without its risks.

Can sectional title trustees take resolutions via whatsapp?

Can sectional title trustees take resolutions via whatsapp?

4 min readFor trustees of sectional title schemes, this raises the question: Can trustee resolutions be validly taken via WhatsApp? The answer lies in understanding the legal framework provided by the Sectional Titles Schemes Management Act of 2011 (STSMA), its regulations, and the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act of 2002 (ECT Act).

tax filing tips

How to stay on top of your taxes

3 min readMany of us are guilty of leaving tax filing to the last minute. But there are plenty of easy habits you can adopt that will help you streamline the admin that comes with filing your tax return.

Everything Estate Life & Private Property

Everything Estate Life & Private Property

< 1 min readLooking for detailed information on community schemes? Curious about the rules, lifestyle amenities, and whether a development is right for your family or investment portfolio?

Sectional Title Insurance

Choosing the right sectional title insurance

3 min readRight now, there are about 66 000 residential and commercial sectional title schemes registered in South Africa. However, that number is expected to increase exponentially in the next couple of years as our cities continue to become increasingly built up to meet growing demand.

Community Scheme living has become first choice for SA home buyers

Community Scheme living has become first choice for SA home buyers

3 min readCommunity Scheme sales now comprise more than half of all property sales in South Africa, with price growth for this type of asset exceeding that of freehold properties for the first time in two decades.

August 2024

August 2024

Stories published by Estate Living in partnership with Trafalgar Property Management

Estate Living Partners with Private Property

Estate Living Partners with Private Property

2 min readEstate Living Announces Exciting New Partnership with Private Property – This collaboration promises to elevate convenience for house hunters and investors, providing comprehensive information for everyone invested in estate living.

High Court case could be a plus for owners of hijacked buildings

High Court case could be a plus for owners of hijacked buildings

2 min readIn a move that could have significant implications for the owners of inner-city buildings that have been ‘hijacked’, two property-owning companies recently lodged an application in the Johannesburg High Court to compel the City of Johannesburg (CoJ) and the Department of Home Affairs (DHA)

How to create a happy estate

How to create a happy estate

3 min readCreating a happy estate community is essential. Happy residents enhance the estate’s reputation creating greater demand for homes which pushes up property values.

The Benefits of Outsourcing Landscaping Maintenance for Your Estate or Community Scheme

The Benefits of Outsourcing Landscaping Maintenance for Your Estate or Community Scheme

2 min readOutsourcing landscaping maintenance offers a compelling array of benefits that often surpass the advantages of a DIY approach.

4 Gen Z travel trends that are reshaping the tourism industry

4 Gen Z travel trends that are reshaping the tourism industry

3 min readGeneration Z-ers are growing up and coming into their own. For the travel and tourism industry, this emerging generation represents immense potential.

Is your lease agreement legal?

Is your lease agreement legal?

4 min readThe proposed new legislation not only provides for all residential leases to be in writing but also states that the tenant’s deposit must be held in an interest-bearing account.

Luxury buyers shift to Hout Bay

Luxury buyers shift to Hout Bay

3 min readThe small enclave of Riverside Terrace in Hout Bay is home to some of the most exclusive properties on the Cape Atlantic Seaboard.

8 costs that landlords often underedtimate when setting expectations

8 costs that landlords often underedtimate when setting expectations

3 min readInvesting in rental properties can be a lucrative venture, but it’s essential for landlords to set realistic expectations and account for all potential expenses before taking the plunge.

Five of the best winter holiday destinations

Five of the best winter holiday destinations

3 min readA list of the best holiday destinations for South Africans keen to get away in winter 2023. As winter looms, many South Africans start thinking of spending the July school holidays in warmer climates.

July 2024

July 2024

Stories published by Estate Living in partnership with Trafalgar Property Management

High Court case could be a plus for owners of hijacked buildings

High Court case could be a plus for owners of hijacked buildings

2 min readIn a move that could have significant implications for the owners of inner-city buildings that have been ‘hijacked’, two property-owning companies recently lodged an application in the Johannesburg High Court to compel the City of Johannesburg (CoJ) and the Department of Home Affairs (DHA)

Is your lease agreement legal?

Is your lease agreement legal?

4 min readThe proposed new legislation not only provides for all residential leases to be in writing but also states that the tenant’s deposit must be held in an interest-bearing account.

The single woman’s guide to buying their first home

The single woman’s guide to buying their first home

4 min readAlmost 60% of South African homes are owned or co-owned by women, and women are increasingly buying property without a spouse or partner.

The rise of lifestyle estates for over 50s

The rise of lifestyle estates for over 50s

4 min readNot so long ago, turning 50 was regarded as the first stride on the slippery slope towards retirement, but nowadays many see it as a passport to freedom as youthful 50-somethings take advantage of better health, greater financial stability and abundant energy to do the things they had no time for when they were raising children and working.

Five property investment strategies for novice investors

Five property investment strategies for novice investors

4 min readWith growing economic uncertainty and increasingly volatile markets, property is becoming an increasingly attractive investment option as it’s a tangible asset and traditionally less volatile than stocks and bonds

11 Expensive renovation mistakes to avoid

11 Expensive renovation mistakes to avoid

4 min readWe all know that renovating a tired, older property has numerous significant benefits, including improving functionality and aesthetics for the homeowner, making it more attractive to potential buyers when the time comes to sell – and upgrades also usually add to the value of the property.

June 2024

June 2024

Stories published by Estate Living in partnership with Trafalgar Property Management

Nine key things to know when moving to Mauritius

Nine key things to know when moving to Mauritius

4 min readThis year presents an optimal window to relocate to Mauritius. Experience political stability, a booming economy, and a tax-friendly haven for investors and remote workers.

Before purchasing a home in any community housing scheme that is governed by a Homeowners’ Association (HOA), prospective buyers must make sure they understand all the rules and regulations as well as the financial implications of their decision.

Essential questions to ask before buying into an estate

2 min readBefore purchasing a home in any community housing scheme that is governed by a Homeowners’ Association (HOA), prospective buyers must make sure they understand all the rules and regulations as well as the financial implications of their decision.

Four tips to safeguard your estate from vandalism

Four tips to safeguard your estate from vandalism

2 min readPicture this: a pristine neighbourhood, its streets lined with elegant homes and lush greenery, suddenly marred by graffiti scrawled across walls, shattered windows, and defaced public spaces.

To protect your financial interests and your investment, you’ve volunteered to be chairman of your body corporate or homeowners’ association. As the person in charge, you’re now navigating things like cleaning, greening, security and a host of other issues. When it comes to handling the vendor procurement process, understanding the law will help you avoid any pitfalls.

Know the law when procuring vendors for your residential scheme

3 min readTo protect your financial interests and your investment, you’ve volunteered to be chairman of your body corporate or homeowners’ association. As the person in charge, you’re now navigating things like cleaning, greening, security and a host of other issues. When it comes to handling the vendor procurement process, understanding the law will help you avoid any pitfalls.

Most residential estates in South Africa today have invested in high-tech security solutions to make sure that they can offer residents much-needed peace of mind. However, when it comes to maximising the benefits of app technology, South Africa is still somewhat lagging behind.

Four things you never knew an app could do for your residential estate

3 min readMost residential estates in South Africa today have invested in high-tech security solutions to make sure that they can offer residents much-needed peace of mind. However, when it comes to maximising the benefits of app technology, South Africa is still somewhat lagging behind.

Don’t let the taps run dry in your community housing scheme

Don’t let the taps run dry in your community housing scheme

3 min readCommunity Housing Schemes should as a matter of urgency be making sure that they have a secure water supply system that is independent of the municipal infrastructure.

May 2024

May 2024

Stories published by Estate Living in partnership with Trafalgar Property Management

Don’t let the taps run dry in your community housing scheme

Don’t let the taps run dry in your community housing scheme

3 min readCommunity Housing Schemes should as a matter of urgency be making sure that they have a secure water supply system that is independent of the municipal infrastructure.

The Drone as a Management Tool in

The Drone as a Management Tool in

4 min readThe utilisation of drones with multispectral capabilities thus exemplifies a technologically driven approach to estate management, promoting the sustainability and vibrancy of the natural environment.

Smart towns combat load shedding by becoming Eskom-proof

Smart towns combat load shedding by becoming Eskom-proof

3 min readIn the face of South Africa’s persistent load shedding crisis, small towns across the country are pioneering solutions to liberate themselves from dependence on Eskom, our only national power supplier.

Community Scheme living has become first choice for SA home buyers

Community Scheme living has become first choice for SA home buyers

3 min readCommunity Scheme sales now comprise more than half of all property sales in South Africa, with price growth for this type of asset exceeding that of freehold properties for the first time in two decades.

Parking Issues on Estates

Dealing with parking issues

3 min readHaving more vehicles than available parking space on communal living grounds is the norm worldwide, and this dearth invariably creates challenges for estate management. The problem is exacerbated when residents ignore the rules in place by parking on common property or using visitors’ bays.

Estate Living Issue 57 - March 2024

Growth

2 min readWelcome to the March 2024 edition of Estate Living magazine, where we delve into the world of community living.

you have mail

You have mail

3 min readI remember the days of taking my mini grey postbox key, looking for my postbox number among all the little labelled blue boxes neatly lined up in the basement parking of the local mall, and being exceptionally excited to receive a slip telling me that there was something for me to collect in the post office. What could it be?

What Steps can Durban South Coast Developers and Community Take to Secure Future Water Supply?

What Steps can Durban South Coast Developers and Community Take to Secure Future Water Supply?

5 min readSouth Africa is facing a new reality. Major urban centres are under growing distress caused by failing water infrastructure. Two of our biggest water boards – Rand Water and Umgeni Water – are both intimately connected with this failure.

The tiny tropical island of Rodrigues lies some 560 kilometres to the northeast of its big sister, Mauritius. A rugged volcanic outcrop, with a mountainous central ridge and deep valleys and ravines, it is surrounded by coral reefs, which enclose a wide, shallow lagoon twice its size.

Exploring Rodrigues

4 min readThe tiny tropical island of Rodrigues lies some 560 kilometres to the northeast of its big sister, Mauritius. A rugged volcanic outcrop, with a mountainous central ridge and deep valleys and ravines, it is surrounded by coral reefs, which enclose a wide, shallow lagoon twice its size.

April 2024

April 2024

Stories published by Estate Living in partnership with Trafalgar Property Management

you have mail

You have mail

3 min readI remember the days of taking my mini grey postbox key, looking for my postbox number among all the little labelled blue boxes neatly lined up in the basement parking of the local mall, and being exceptionally excited to receive a slip telling me that there was something for me to collect in the post office. What could it be?

Moving to a Retirement Community

Moving to a Retirement Community

2 min readYou’re deep into the empty nest syndrome, with two, three or maybe even four empty bedrooms in your big house, and you want to move somewhere smaller, more manageable.

Boredom is a killer. Ask any preschool teacher or any retirement facility manager and they’ll tell you that the worst thing they can do is let their charges get bored.

Squaring is Caring

9 min readBoredom is a killer. Ask any preschool teacher or any retirement facility manager and they’ll tell you that the worst thing they can do is let their charges get bored.

Transforming green waste into Gold

Transforming green waste into Gold

4 min readThese heaps of garbage at the corners of the stone blocks, these tumbrils of mire jolting through the streets at night, these horrid scavengers’ carts, these fetid streams of subterranean slime which the pavement hides from you, do you know what all this is?

Zapping Around

Zapping Around

4 min readAccording to Johlene Wasserman, a community scheme specialist from JW Consultancy, the answer largely depends on the rules established by most members within the estate.

Bitcoin adoption in South Cape

Bitcoin adoption in South Cape

4 min readSpearheaded by a couple of ambitious initiatives, such as Bitcoin Ekasi, Bitcoin Ubuntu, and Bitcoin Witsand, the South Cape is set to develop into a pioneering hub for decentralised finance in Africa.

March 2024

March 2024

Stories published by Estate Living in partnership with Trafalgar Property Management

Welgevonden

7 Exceptional residential estates to look out for in 2024

4 min readWhen it comes to buying a home, personal choice shapes the decision-making process. Estate Living’s CEO, Louise Martin, handpicked these luxury estates to showcase a spectrum of options that provide distinct property, Lifestyle, and environment options catering to families, retirees, and investors.

With many property buying decisions having been delayed by rising interest rates over the past two years, the number of prospective tenants has, of course, increased, and thus also the competition for rental homes, but this does not mean that tenants should be any less thorough when checking out a property or the terms of a lease.

Look before you leap into renting

3 min readWith many property buying decisions having been delayed by rising interest rates over the past two years, the number of prospective tenants has, of course, increased, and thus also the competition for rental homes, but this does not mean that tenants should be any less thorough when checking out a property or the terms of a lease.

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Can your children become victims of gaming fraud?

3 min readThe global video game industry is thriving, but so too are video game scams. An increasing concern is how children are becoming targets of scammers while they’re innocently playing games and interacting with people online.

Downsizing your home

What do you need to know before downsizing your home?

3 min readA big home has its advantages, but what happens if that space becomes a burden. Perhaps the children have flown the nest, or you find yourself alone after a divorce? Perhaps you’re travelling more than you used to and are hardly at home.

There are so many fabulous residential estates from which to choose that you can be forgiven for feeling a tad overwhelmed. But, don’t be intimidated by the cornucopia of choice. Many of them will suit your needs, but some may be just perfect for you. It’s worth doing your homework.

Choosing a residential estate

3 min readThere are so many fabulous residential estates from which to choose that you can be forgiven for feeling a tad overwhelmed. But, don’t be intimidated by the cornucopia of choice. Many of them will suit your needs, but some may be just perfect for you. It’s worth doing your homework.

THE GARDEN PERGOLA

THE GARDEN PERGOLA

5 min readPergola’ might be the one word more than any other in the language of gardening that gets us thinking of hot, quiet, lazy Mediterranean afternoons heavy with the scent of newly cut grass; afternoons filled with family and Chianti, fresh basil, and rich, ripe tomatoes anointed with the thickest, finest olive oil.

Top 10 home and decor trends for 2024 and how to bring them home

Top 10 home and decor trends for 2024 and how to bring them home

5 min readAs 2024 unfolds, the world of home and decor continues to witness dynamic shifts, embracing innovative ideas that redefine the way we approach interior design. From sustainable living to the resurgence of classic styles, the trends of 2024 offer a diverse palette for homeowners to draw inspiration from.

Estate Living on Hot 102.7 FM

Estate Living on Hot 102.7 FM

< 1 min readEstate Living had a business segment with Nzinga Qunta on HOT 102.7 FM. We discussed community schemes and shared insights.

Wake up and Smell the Coffe

Wake up and Smell the Coffee

4 min readEVERYBODY KNOWS THAT COFFEE GROWS IN A SPECIFIC ‘COFFEE BELT’ BETWEEN THE TROPICS, AND THAT GOOD COFFEE GROWS AT THAT LATITUDE AT HIGH ALTITUDE, Well, sometimes what everybody knows is not necessarily the whole truth. Local coffee farmer Dylan Cumming thinks differently.

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