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Legal Support for Private Property Sales: Why You Need a Lawyer on Your Side

More and more homeowners are choosing to sell their properties privately, without the assistance of an estate agent. While this…

POA & Curatorship in South Africa

What is a Power of Attorney? A legal document that authorises another person to act on your behalf. Limitations Expires…

Why it is vital to appoint a suitably qualified executor to administer a deceased estate

Appointing a suitably qualified executor is critical because the administration of a deceased estate is a complex legal process that…

What To Do If a Loved One Passes Away While on Holiday — A South African Legal Guide – Part 2

When planning our holiday, people rarely anticipate or prepare for ‘worst-case scenarios’. In part 1 of this guide and our…

What To Do If a Loved One Passes Away While on Holiday A South African Legal Guide – Part 1

As the year-end fast approaches, we are looking forward to our well-deserved holiday.  Our plans are in play and we…

Why Sellers Must Disclose All Defects on the Mandatory Disclosure Form

When selling a property, transparency is more than just good ethics – it’s a legal requirement under the Property Practitioners…

Divorce in South Africa: 7 Lesser-Known Legal Facts You Should Know

Divorce is never easy. It’s emotionally taxing, financially complex, and legally intricate.   While many South Africans are familiar with…

Need a Legally Sound Contract?

At Burden Swart and Botha Attorneys, we understand that every successful business and property transaction begins with a solid legal…

The Critical Importance of Maintaining Immovable Property in a Deceased Estate

When a loved one passes away, the emotional weight is often compounded by the practical responsibilities of administering their estate.…

Life File: A Gift of Clarity for Your Loved Ones

Life File: A Gift of Clarity for Your Loved Ones No one likes to think about death. However, one of…

Living Wills: What They Are and How to Ensure it is Valid

As medical science advances and we gain more control over our health, more people are taking steps to ensure their…

The Benefits of a Redistribution Agreement in Terms of South African Law

In the South African legal context, a redistribution agreement plays a vital role in the fair division of assets among…