Legal
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174Balancing buyer protections & seller rights – legal analysis of Section 20 property sales
Section 20 of the Alienation of Land Act addresses the terms and enforcement of installment sale agreements, which have historically been burdened...
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233Developers can’t hide behind exemption clauses – Webber Wentzel commentary
The Knoetze v Botes judgment reinforces the principle that exemption clauses cannot protect sellers who knowingly fail to disclose serious defects.
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20.2K4Sectional title trustees can face consequences for breaching scheme rules
Ashwini Singh says that no owner nor occupier in a scheme is above the law – it’s the priority of a sectional...
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1.1KUnderstanding power of attorney in property transactions
A power of attorney offers convenience and can be immensely helpful, but it comes with risks so it’s essential to ensure its...
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16.9K2Exclusive Use Area boundaries in sectional title schemes
Ashwini Singh highlights the importance of consulting experts about Exclusive Use Area boundaries in sectional title schemes.
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655Growing acceptance of adjudication outcomes in SA construction disputes
The latest MDA Attorneys adjudication survey indicates a new trend in dispute resolution - access the survey PDF here.
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413Women in Sectional Title launches mediation partnership
The launch of a partnership between Women in Sectional Title and ADR Ubuntu could allow women to solve disputes more swiftly.
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2.9KAn expert’s guide to acquiring property from a deceased estate
Andrea Tucker from MortgageMe sheds light on dealing with the legalities of buying a home under often-trying circumstances.
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1.1KCollect rent in cash? Make sure you stay compliant with money laundering rules
According to an International Monetary Fund assessment, “the widespread use of cash in South Africa poses a high risk for…
