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IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS WHEN BUYING A HOME IN A SECTIONAL TITLE SCHEME WITHIN SOUTH AFRICA

Buying a sectional title property in South Africa involves a unique set of considerations, as specific laws and regulations govern…

CANCELLATION OF MAINTENANCE ORDERS IN SOUTH AFRICA. INSIGHT INTO THE REGULATION AND PROCESS.

Divorce involving minor children in South Africa is governed by the Children’s Act of 2005. When a married couple with…

Electronic Signatures & the Alienation of Land Act

Being in the 21st century, a frequently asked question is whether electronic signatures are acceptable during the sale of an…

Explaining the Estate Administration process

The family of a deceased are often confronted with the reality of having to wind up a deceased’s estate after…

DEFINING ‘GOING CONCERNS’ RELATING TO CONVEYANCING

In the context of conveyancing, a going concern refers to an operational business or property and is, at the time…

NEW LANDMARK JUDGEMENT AFFECTS ASSET DIVISION IN A DIVORCE

ARE YOU MARRIED OUT OF COMMUNITY OF PROPERTY WITHOUT THE ACCRUAL AND ARE CONTEMPLATING A DIVORCE? THIS NEW LANDMARK JUDGMENT…

SUSPENSIVE CONDITIONS IN THE SALE OF A PROPERTY

Checking and understanding the offer to purchase is critical in the sale of a property. It protects your interests, ensures…

SELLER’S RESPONSIBILITY GUIDE

Various reasons lead to properties being placed on the market to sell, like expanding families, the need for improved security…

PURCHASER’S RESPONSIBILITY GUIDE

Planning to buy property includes various factors which a purchaser must be aware of and prepare for to avoid concerns…

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO UPDATE YOUR LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT WHEN YOU GET MARRIED?

Getting married is a significant life event that often brings about many changes, including changes to your financial and personal…

Holiday Season Legal “Need to Know” facts (Part 2)

Following our 1st blog in this two-part series, we will address the matter of what happens in the case of…

Holiday Season Legal “Need to Know” facts (Part 1)

Are you a matriculant planning your matric holiday or a family heading towards the coast for a well-deserved break? Nothing…