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Divorce in South Africa: What You Need to Know Before Taking the First Step – Part 2

Following on from Part 1 of our blog discussing “What you need to know” when it comes to divorce, we…

Divorce in South Africa: What You Need to Know Before Taking the First Step – Part 1

Divorce is one of life’s most challenging experiences. Whether your marriage has broken down over time or circumstances have changed…

SECTION 42 – ASSET-FOR-SHARE TRANSFERS – UNDERSTANDING THE BENEFITS, QUALIFICATIONS, RISKS AND LIMITATIONS

What is a Section 42 asset-for-share transfer? A Section 42 transfer occurs when a taxpayer (an individual, trust, or company)…

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.…