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CAN YOU AFFORD TO SUFFER FROM BUYER'S REMORSE?
27 Apr 2024
Buying property is a significant decision fraught with emotions, and sometimes people experience buyer's remorse after making a big investment decision
DO YOU NEED AN ELECTRICAL COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATE FOR SOLAR INSTALLATIONS WHEN SELLING YOUR HOME?
25 Apr 2024
Solar energy does fall within the sphere of the definition of "electrical installation" and therefore a compliance certificate should still be obtained.
STRENGTHENING SOUTH AFRICA's FINANCIAL INTEGRITY: The Evolution of Money Laundering Legislation
29 Jul 2023
Recognizing the grave implications of illicit financial activities, our country has undergone a significant transformation in our money laundering legislation.
VAT ON PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS
27 May 2023
In which instances are VAT applicable to immovable property transactions, and when can the VAT percentage be zero-rated?
WHO GETS THE HOUSE?
29 Apr 2023
It is crucial for any couple contemplating marriage to understand what our law says about who gets what on divorce.
BOND CLAUSES: BEWARE THE DEADLINES!
25 Feb 2023
Not complying strictly with every provision in a property sale agreement is playing a dangerous game and missing a deadline could be an expensive mistake.
THE VOETSTOOTS CLAUSE IN PROPERTY SALE AGREEMENTS
29 Oct 2022
Buying a property 'voetstoots' means that one buys it as it stands
CAN A BODY CORPORATE ACCEPT LESS THAN THE FULL OUTSTANDING LEVIES?
30 Jul 2022
The question is whether a Body Corporate may accept less than the outstanding amount of levies to settle an account.
RENOVATING YOUR HOME? A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY IS CRUCIAL
27 Nov 2021
A Certificate of Occupancy is essential after renovations to a property is performed
The cost implications of buying and owning property.
26 Jan 2020
The main types of fees to consider when getting the property registered in your name