Steady Interest Rates and South Africa’s Resilient Rental Market: What Investors Should Know in 2026 The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has continued to maintain a cautious approach to interest [...]

As a landlord, managing properties can feel like juggling flaming torches. From screening tenants to collecting rent and handling maintenance requests—things can get overwhelming fast. That’s where tenant management software [...]

Regular property inspections are essential for landlords and property managers to ensure the property’s condition, address potential maintenance issues early, and maintain a positive landlord-tenant relationship. Here’s a detailed [...]

Want to keep your best tenants and avoid the costs of finding new ones? Encouraging tenants to renew their leases is crucial for landlords seeking to maintain steady rental [...]

Attracting reliable, high-quality tenants to your rental property is essential to minimising turnover, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining the value of your investment. Here are 8 steps to help [...]

In the dynamic world of property management, staying ahead of the curve means embracing technology that simplifies and enhances daily operations. Preferental is excited to introduce our latest innovation, [...]

For landlords, effective property management is vital for maximising rental income, reducing tenant turnover, and ensuring property value remains intact. In this ultimate guide, we’ll explore essential aspects of [...]

As a landlord, maintaining a rental property goes beyond just fixing things when they break. A proactive approach to property maintenance not only keeps tenants happy but also ensures [...]

Damage deposits are an essential part of protecting your property and securing your rental income. The PayProp Rental Index for Q2 2024 reports that the national average deposit is [...]

With nearly 1 in 3 tenants classified as high-risk, now’s not the time to skip on tenant screening! According to the PayProp Rental Index for Q2 2024, a significant [...]