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When renting, who pays for utilities?

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Utilities costs can quickly become a source of tension between landlords and tenants, especially if expectations aren’t clear from the start.
In this episode, our hosts break down who pays for what in South African rentals. Learn the difference between all-inclusive rent vs itemised billing, why your lease agreement is everything.
25 May English South Africa Business · Home & Garden

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