News & Updates

  • Maximise exposure with Preferental’s auto-listing feature  Listing your rental property can often feel time-consuming and expensive. But what if you could list your rental once and let someone else do […]

    Author: Alexandra Monica

    Date: August 15, 2025

  • Top priority for property agencies in 2025: portfolio growth

    The property market is evolving fast, but one priority has remained the same for the fourth year running, portfolio growth for property agencies.  According to recent industry reports, 60.4% of […]

    Author: Alexandra Monica

    Date: July 30, 2025

  • The impact of interest rate changes on the rental market

    Understanding how interest rate changes and the rental market are linked is essential for landlords in South Africa. Whether you’re just starting out or already have an established portfolio, shifts […]

    Author: Alexandra Monica

    Date: July 15, 2025

  • Landlord checklist: what to do before you list a property

    Before you welcome tenants to your rental property, you need to make sure everything is in order. From legal compliance to smart pricing, ticking the right boxes up front can […]

    Author: Alexandra Monica

    Date: June 30, 2025

  • Rent smarter with DepositPlus

    Rent smarter with DepositPlus: the smarter rental deposit solution Traditional rental deposits can be a major hurdle for tenants and a risky gap for landlords. But DepositPlus by Preferental offers […]

    Author: Alexandra Monica

    Date: June 15, 2025

  • Tenant rights in South Africa: what you should know

    Renting a home should feel secure and fair, but many tenants in South Africa don’t fully understand their legal rights. As a result, they often face issues that could have […]

    Author: Alexandra Monica

    Date: May 30, 2025

  • Top 10 mistakes South African landlords make – and how to avoid them

    Becoming a landlord in South Africa can be financially rewarding, but it’s not without its pitfalls. Many first-time landlords underestimate the complexities of property management. This often leads to costly […]

    Author: Alexandra Monica

    Date: May 15, 2025