About - South African Landlords Association

South African Landlords Association (LASA)

The LASA is a national landlord association for South African landlords. Benefits include landlord documents, Tenancy agreements, Template letters, Court forms, Inventory, Eviction notices, a Landlord Advice line, Tenant Credit and referencing, mortgage and Insurance, and more.

The LASA member benefits are;

Sheriff
Landlord – Agent Downloadable Documents
Legal Landlord Advice Line
Tenant Credit & referencing
Tenant Eviction Services
Landlord Courses
Legal Resources Section
Full access to Acts of Parliament
Full access to Case Law based on tenant defences
Blog
LASA Networking Opportunities with other members at LASA meetings
Forum – Landlord
Compliance Checking service
Mortgages
Refinancing – Bridging finance
Building Residential Insurance
Building Commercial Insurance

Landlords Association of South Africa

The Landlords Association of South Africa (LASA) is dedicated to supporting landlords across South Africa by providing a comprehensive suite of services designed to enhance property management and investment success. Our offerings include:

1. Legal Assistance

Navigating the complexities of property law can be challenging. LASA offers expert legal advice to help landlords understand and comply with regulations, ensuring your investments are protected.

2. Tenant Screening

Securing reliable tenants is crucial for property success. Our thorough screening process evaluates potential tenants’ backgrounds, credit histories, and references, helping you make informed decisions.

3. Lease Agreement Templates

Crafting comprehensive lease agreements is essential for clear landlord-tenant relationships. LASA provides customizable templates that cover all necessary legal aspects, safeguarding your interests.

4. Property Management Resources

Effective property management requires up-to-date knowledge and tools. We offer resources and training on maintenance, tenant relations, and financial management to optimize your operations.

5. Advocacy and Representation

LASA represents landlords’ interests at local and national levels, advocating for fair policies and regulations that impact the property rental sector.

6. Networking Opportunities

Connect with fellow landlords through our events and forums, sharing experiences and insights to foster a supportive community.

7. Educational Workshops and Seminars

Stay informed about industry trends and best practices by attending our educational events, designed to enhance your knowledge and skills in property management.

By joining LASA, you gain access to these valuable services, empowering you to manage your properties effectively and confidently. Our commitment is to support landlords in achieving success in the South African property market.

Landlord Association South Africa is a national association for residential and commercial landlords. We believe landlords with multiple properties, or just one, should have access to an association. Smaller landlords sometimes need an organisation to help and support them.

LASA members have direct access to a lawyer and an extensive list of documents that landlords can download. Under one roof, members have all they need, from pre-letting preparations to evicting a bad tenant. We would like you to join us.

How much does it cost to join the Landlords Association?

The cost varies according to your chosen package. The SALA membership is one fixed cost and is easy to follow.

Is it worth joining the National Residential Landlords Association?

The associations support all landlords regardless of their property portfolio size. If you want to keep up to speed on landlord legal & tax issues, access the latest landlord news and get feedback from experienced and professional landlords, it is worth joining one.

How do I report a dodgy landlord?

If speaking to your landlord does not help:

Make a written complaint. You can formally complain by writing a letter to your landlord or agent.
If making a formal complaint to your landlord does not resolve the problem, you can complain to your local council as a last resort. However, the council will not be able to deal with some aspects of your complaint.

Where can I get advice as a landlord?

Generally, an attorney can assist landlords, or you can seek advice from the South African Landlords Association. These organisations offer free legal advice to Landlords.

What are my rights as a landlord in South Africa?

Landlords have the legal right to evict a tenant if they fall into arrears with their rent. Landlords can also evict if they want to sell the property or for any other reason. There are strict rules around evictions. The exact eviction grounds depend on what type of tenancy you have.

How much can a landlord raise rent in South Africa in 2025?

Landlords can increase the rent provided it is under a new tenancy, or if the fixed term has expired, it can be done by giving advance Notice of the rent increase. The rent can be increased to the market rent for a similar property.

You can download a free notice from the LASA website.

What can landlords not do in South Africa?

What Can South African landlords not do?

What Landlords cannot legally do:

Excessively contacting tenants.
Change the door locks without giving the tenant a new key.
Discriminating against the tenant.
Not to carry out repairs where the legal responsibility lies with the landlord.
Unlawfully evicting tenants.
Incorrectly Increasing rent.
Write terms in the tenancy which have no legal standing.

Landlord Association of South Africa