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Notaries public play a vital role in our legal system by providing specialised services essential for various legal transactions. To become a notary public in South Africa, one must first qualify as an attorney. This involves: obtaining a law degree from a recognised tertiary education institution, like a university, completing a period of articles (practical […]

Conveyancers in South Africa play a vital role in the process of transferring properties and registering mortgage bonds over properties as security for repayment of debts due and payable to bond holders or other creditors. They are specialised attorneys equipped to attend to all the legal aspects of property related transactions. Their primary responsibility is

THE CHOICE OF CONVEYANCER IS THE SELLER’S While estate agents may offer recommendations based on their experience with conveyancers, the choice of conveyancer ultimately lies with the seller. Sellers should feel empowered to select a conveyancer they trust, who will handle the legal aspects of the transaction with professionalism and efficiency. Estate agents, while valuable

THE ESTATE AGENT: A SALES AND MARKETING PROFESSIONAL Estate agents play a critical role in the property industry. Their expertise lies in marketing properties, negotiating deals, and guiding buyers and sellers through the sales process. A skilled estate agent understands the market, provides valuable insights, and ensures that the right buyers are matched with the

For an estate agent to have a valid claim for commission under an open mandate that is not recorded in writing (where common law applies) the agent must prove: The existence of a mandate. The introduction of a willing and able buyer to the seller and/or to the property. That the person introduced ultimately purchased

As a parent, you have a responsibility to ensure that your minor child is cared for in the unfortunate event of your passing. Apart from the usual financial planning which is required, it is also important to have a last will and testament in place wherein you make provision for the nomination of a legal

Section 67 (1) of the Property Practitioners Act No. 22 of 2019 (the “Act”) states that a property practitioner must: “(a)        not accept a mandate unless the seller or lessor of the property has provided him or her with a fully completed and signed mandatory disclosure in the prescribed form; and (b)          provide a copy

In our last article we looked at the property practitioner’s role in obtaining a Mandatory Disclosure Form as required by Section 67(1) of the Property Practitioners Act as well as the consequences if a property practitioner fails to obtain such disclosure. In this article we will focus on what impact, if any, the Mandatory Disclosure

A SHORT ARTICLE ON THE TOPIC ON NUISANCE LAWS IN SOUTH AFRICA INTRODUCTION This article will briefly discuss what constitutes a nuisance and possible remedies within a South African law context. DEFINITION   A “nuisance” can be described as any form of interference or having a negative impact on another person’s right to the use

Owning property in South Africa can be done in your personal name, through a trust, or via a company amongst other less common entities such as associations, etc. Each option has its advantages and disadvantages, depending on your personal or business circumstances. Below is a simple a breakdown of the pros and cons of owning