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From courtroom battles to common ground: Mediation and divorce

01 July 2025

Mediation in divorce is often mistaken for couples therapy, but it’s an alternative form of dispute resolution — helping separating... partners work through the terms of their divorce with the help of an independent third party.

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Selling your property? Watch out for lurking capital gains tax

01 July 2025

Before you count your profit, watch out for what’s quietly lurking beneath — capital gains tax. Here’s what every homeowner,... investor, and trustee should know before signing on the dotted line…

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Owing SARS money? Here’s what you need to do

30 June 2025

Owe SARS more than you can pay? You might be able to negotiate your way out of it—legally. Learn how... a compromise could offer a second chance.

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M&A in SA: Why everyone’s talking about earn-outs

30 June 2025

In South African private mergers and acquisitions (M&A), earn-outs are increasingly used as a tool to bridge valuation gaps and... align the interests of buyers and sellers.

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Think before you post: Your job might depend on it

30 June 2025

Think your personal social media is off-limits to your employer? Think again. This article reveals how online posts can lead... to real-world workplace consequences.

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Can a minor inherit a house or farm?

03 June 2025

Parents and other family members often bequeath immovable property to their children or grandchildren. But what is the position when... the testator dies and the person standing to inherit is still a minor? Can they inherit? In this article, we look at how this position is dealt with in our law.

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“Running” into trouble: pedestrian rights matter

03 June 2025

Think you're safe sprinting through a public race? A recent court ruling says otherwise. Find out how one runner's collision... turned into a costly legal lesson—and what it means for every athlete on public routes.

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Bypassing the National Credit Act may come back to bite you

02 June 2025

Think you can sidestep credit laws with ‘friendly’ loans or sneaky deals? Think again. Discover why trying to outsmart the... National Credit Act could lead to costly surprises you never saw coming.

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From courtroom battles to common ground: Mediation and divorce

01 July 2025

Mediation in divorce is often mistaken for couples therapy, but it’s an alternative form of dispute resolution — helping separating... partners work through the terms of their divorce with the help of an independent third party.

READ MORE
19
Article

Selling your property? Watch out for lurking capital gains tax

01 July 2025

Before you count your profit, watch out for what’s quietly lurking beneath — capital gains tax. Here’s what every homeowner,... investor, and trustee should know before signing on the dotted line…

READ MORE
22
Article

Owing SARS money? Here’s what you need to do

30 June 2025

Owe SARS more than you can pay? You might be able to negotiate your way out of it—legally. Learn how... a compromise could offer a second chance.

READ MORE
26
Article

M&A in SA: Why everyone’s talking about earn-outs

30 June 2025

In South African private mergers and acquisitions (M&A), earn-outs are increasingly used as a tool to bridge valuation gaps and... align the interests of buyers and sellers.

READ MORE
24
Article

Think before you post: Your job might depend on it

30 June 2025

Think your personal social media is off-limits to your employer? Think again. This article reveals how online posts can lead... to real-world workplace consequences.

READ MORE
24
Article

Can a minor inherit a house or farm?

03 June 2025

Parents and other family members often bequeath immovable property to their children or grandchildren. But what is the position when... the testator dies and the person standing to inherit is still a minor? Can they inherit? In this article, we look at how this position is dealt with in our law.

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Article

“Running” into trouble: pedestrian rights matter

03 June 2025

Think you're safe sprinting through a public race? A recent court ruling says otherwise. Find out how one runner's collision... turned into a costly legal lesson—and what it means for every athlete on public routes.

READ MORE
69
Article

Bypassing the National Credit Act may come back to bite you

02 June 2025

Think you can sidestep credit laws with ‘friendly’ loans or sneaky deals? Think again. Discover why trying to outsmart the... National Credit Act could lead to costly surprises you never saw coming.

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Why you should talk to your bank if you can no longer afford your bond payment

22 November 2022

For many home owners, the economic pinch is an everyday reality. Add to this rising interest rates which in turn... push up monthly bond payments, and you may easily find yourself in trouble with making your monthly payment. Beware the danger as you can end up losing your home if you don’t take steps to remedy the situation.

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Your responsibilities as a new home owner

15 September 2022

So many new property owners believe that once the property is in their name all that is left is to... enjoy their new home. Unfortunately, there are still a few other important responsibilities that should not be forgotten.

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What to do if the suspensive condition is not going to be met?

15 July 2022

A typical situation encountered in a property transaction: The deed of sale has been signed, the intended buyer is applying... for a loan but paperwork and delays at the bank slow things down. Suddenly the transferring attorney lets the buyer know that they only have a few days left to satisfy the suspensive condition in the deed of sale. What does all of this mean and what happens if the loan is given, but it’s a day late?

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The drive to transform under the new Property Practitioners Act

13 April 2022

With all the media focus lately on the new Property Practitioners Act and new regulations and requirements regarding Fidelity Fund... certificates, it’s easy to miss the impact this Act intends to make on much-needed transformation of the property sector. Here we highlight a few of the key measures that will impact on transformation in the property industry.

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Exploring the new Property Practitioners Act

21 March 2022

Most estate agents by now know that the new Property Practitioners Act has come into effect. Yet surprisingly, there is... still a lot of confusion about how the Act will affect Estate Agencies and their agents. To help, we have unpacked some of the key points to be considered by any estate agency and property practitioner.

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May I refuse access to my property for electrical meter readings?

15 November 2021

I am currently an owner of a residential property and I sometimes get visits from employees of our local electricity... provider requesting access to the property to take a reading of the electricity meter. This is often an inconvenience to me. May I refuse them access to my property?

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Can I run a business from a residential property?

14 September 2021

I’m looking at buying an old house and renovating such to use as offices for my general medical practice. In... the area that I’m looking at there are a number of small businesses also operating from houses. However, I want to make sure I’m allowed to run my practice from this property. How can I do that?

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What are the legal costs involved in buying a property?

10 August 2021

My wife and I are considering buying a house. This is a big decision for us and we want to... make sure we are financially prepared for all the costs and expenses involved in doing so. I understand that in addition to the purchase price there may also be additional attorney costs I would need to factor in. Can you explain how this will work and how I can budget for such costs?

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Your right of pre-emption when a group of properties is being sold

14 July 2021

I rent a portion of a farm which forms part of a larger group of properties. In my lease agreement... I have a standard right of pre-emption. It has come to my attention that the owner wishes to sell the entire portfolio of properties as a single transaction, including the portion I am leasing. I don’t want to lose the property, but I’m not sure if my right of pre-emption still applies if the group of properties is being sold?

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Are sacrificial rituals allowed in sectional titles?

14 July 2021

A neighbour in my sectional title unit is very traditional, and has been hinting that he wants to hold a... sacrificial slaughter at his home as an offering to his ancestral spirits. Although I have no objection to this, I am concerned as to whether this is allowed in a sectional title scheme as I think that there may be objections from other owners in the complex if he continues. Can he do this on his property in the complex?

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The basics of starting a sectional title development

14 June 2021

I’ve inherited a piece of property that a few people have told me is ideal for a small sectional title... development. I know it will be costly and take time, but was wondering if you could briefly explain to me what will need to happen for me to make this a reality?

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Can you sell your commercial property and help finance part of the deal?

20 May 2021

We’re a small building developer and have invested quite a bit in building some high-end commercial properties. The problem is... many of our interested buyers cannot get a 100% loan from the bank and this usually sinks the deal. Can we as developer help finance the loan shortfall for a potential buyer?

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