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Major Legislation to be introduced soon - 5 Acts to Follow

By the end of January 2018 there were 41 bills in Parliament. Many of these are expected to be finalised within the first term of president Cyril Ramaphosa. 

You could have relief from the VAT increase. How?

The VAT increase from 14% to 15% as of 1 April 2018 has led some to question how it will affect fixed property sales that are in progress or under negotiation. 

International abduction of a child by a parent

In recent times, the number of international child abductions by a parent has risen as a result of different factors, which have made it easy for a person to travel abroad.

Questions regarding neighbours, boundaries, property rights

The rights extended to you and your neighbours are determined by the boundaries between your properties. 

Obtaining contact, custody or visitation rights to your child

As a parent you and your partner both have rights and responsibilities regarding the parenting and raising of your children. 

Is it acceptable for an Agent to appear before a Notary Public?

Generally, the parties to a notarial deed are not required to appear before the notary, and instead appoint a representative granting them Power of Attorney to act on their behalf. 

Your will and how property passes upon your death

While the subject of death is not usually something we like to focus on, it is however something that needs to be planned to to make things less difficult for our loved ones. 

How is estate duty charged on property?

According to the Estate Duty Act, estate duty is charged on the dutiable value of a property. The rate in South Africa is currently 20% of the estates dutiable value.

Questions relating to sectional title schemes

It is important to be well informed before purchasing into a sectional title scheme.

What you should know about land claims

A subject that causes a lot of contention within South Africa relates to the claiming of land. 


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