LETTING AGENCY
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Whats New:
This is La Grande's New Web Site.
February 2011
Please feel free to give your comments on La Grande's new website, by clicking on Contact Us in the Main Menu.
Current News
Interest rate Cut
November 2010
On 18 November 2010 The Reserve Bank has anounced that the repo rate is reduced by 50 basis points. This means that the banks will reduce their prime lending rate down to 9%.
Recent Events
No Transfer Duty or Capital Gain Tax?
February 2011
For those of you who have their primary residence registered in a CC., Trust or Company, now have the opportunity to transfer the property into your own name, with out paying transfer duty or capital gain tax. Before you take any action, consult with your finacial advisor to establish whether this will be to your advantage. Then consult with your transferring attorney to establish whether you will qualify not to pay transfer duty and capital gain tax. Then establish with your bank wheteher you will qualify for the outstanding bond amount. You have to take action before the end of 2011.
Landlord Information
TPN's statistics, for the 3rd quarter of 2010, shows the percentage of tenants paying rental within the same month it is due, has declined from 82% to 81%.
Due to poor economic conditions, the monthly rent obtainable in comparison with bond repayments and capital growth, leaves much to be desired.
According to TPN; tenants in the paying category between R3 000 and R7 000 per month, seams to be the more dependable payers.
LA GRANDE an ideal PARTNER in Letting
Landlords: Why Use Us
Dela Grande Realtors cc. t/a La Grande is an independent Real Estate Agency. We are not tied, or related to any franchisor or other agency. Our advice is totally impartial and our understanding of rental demand, rental values, tenant selection and the care of property is second to none. Whether you are letting your own home for the first time or are an experienced investment landlord, you are in safe hands with La Grande.
History of Success
The founder of La Grande bought his first “buy to let” property in 1997 and with just a two line advert in the local news paper he began to let and manage his and his family’s investment properties. Today his wife and sons is also involved in the business and the rest, as they say, is history.
So what Lies Behind Our Success
The answer is simple: integrity and quality service.
We at LA GRANDE welcome the new legislation regarding the Lease of Residential Properties because now both tenants and Landlords know what their rights are. The new legislation also ensures that both Tenant and Landlord are treated fairly in all aspects of letting and renting, and today La Grande applies these principals to the fullest extent.
Personal Service
La Grande is known for its quality personal service, an important factor in attracting both Landlords and tenants. We offer our clients the full support and resources enjoyed by a large company but with local experience and expertise and knowledge you would expect from your local letting agent. We enjoy a great deal of independence, tailoring our service to specific needs of the market.
LANDLORDS: Why Use Us
Using a letting agent, is the most common way to Let and Manage your rental property. Make sure that any agent you use is registered with the Estate Agency Affairs Board and subscribes to their code of conduct.
Landlords, letting a property is not the same, as in the past, any more. You have to keep up to date with the Rental Act and any subsequent Case Law verdicts regarding the letting of residential properties. It costs time and money to keep up to date with these changes. Why not ask a reputable real estate agency to help you in these matters.
Landlord Remarks
"We used LA GRANDE originally because they were recommended to us. We have always been pleased with the service received."
" My Letting Consultant kept me informed and nothing I asked was too much trouble. I felt everything was in good hands"
" Everything you have done for me over the last few months has been very efficient and very satisfactory"
Landlords take note.
Even though La Grande ensures that prospective tenants are very carefully screened to determine their suitability as tenants, unfortunate events may occur that alter their circumstances, for example, redundance, divorce, seperation or ill health.
