Legal
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204Who protects the buyer’s funds when property deals collapse? Every homebuyer should ask before paying a deposit
Property transactions rarely unravel overnight. A deal that starts smoothly with a signed Offer to Purchase (OTP) and a paid…
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197Navigating the community schemes Liquidity Crisis: A Call to Action for South African Trustees
Community schemes such as sectional title complexes and HOAs are now at the heart of South African urban life. They…
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238New consumer protection regulations welcomed by the real estate industry
April 2026 ushered in one of the most consequential changes to South Africa’s marketing and property landscape in years, as…
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763Tax Relief Positive News for Consumers and the Housing Market
The 2026 National Budget brings tax relief, positive news for South Africans, particularly consumers and participants in the residential property…
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2.5KCommercial lease agreements and why expert guidance matters
When it comes to renting commercial property, the lease agreement is far more than just paperwork, and needs careful consideration to protect...
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578Wills & Property -5 Common mistakes trustees make in South Africa
September is Wills Month, which is an important reminder that too many South Africans still pass away without a valid will or...
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1.4KNew standard GCC 2025 construction form contract option needs proper preparation
Michelle Kerr, a director of MDA Attorneys, advises that with the GCC 2025 expected to become the standard for many new projects,...
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918How changes to South Africa’s divorce law will impact property ownership
Grant Smee reviews proposed amendments to the current divorce law, and what this means for property owners - he includes tips for...
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2.1KCape Town’s monthly cleaning fee – Is it a landlord or tenant problem?
Landlords and tenants are caught in the middle of Cape Town's newly introduced monthly cleaning fee, and are unsure who is liable...
