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Loan granted for less than required amount - What now?

What happens when the purchaser is granted a loan for less than the amount required in terms of the sale agreement?

Amendments to a bond clause - Critical considerations

Due to the passing of the National Credit Act, the amendments to a bond clause have become a hot topic of discussion.

Unapproved building plans severely affect your property

When a house or a structure is built on immovable property the law requires the plans to be drawn up in a particular manner and approved by the relevant Local Authority with jurisdiction.

Our Conveyancing Attorneys Simplify the Property Transfer Process

The parties involved in the property transfer process include the seller, the buyer, the transferring or conveyancing attorney’s, the bond attorney and the bond originator.

Caution for non-compliant contractors working with Asbestos

Asbestos has been used commercially for many years because of its desirable properties in the building industry. 

However, due to many non-compliant contractors who are endangering the health of workers and clients, this material has come under intense scrutiny. 

Do low-commission agents and agencies really save you money?

Appointing a low-commission real estate agent or a discount agent to sell your property could spell disaster for those wishing to save money.

Guidelines to legalising documents within South Africa

Signing or legalising documents within South Africa for use abroad or vice a versa can be a frustrating experience. Especially after having the documents signed and executed only then to find out that the documents are not legally valid.

What to do about restrictive conditions on property

In cases where you have restrictive conditions (i.e. restrictions on the building rights of the owner) on your title deed, it may be difficult to know what to do about the situation.

Rules regarding the keeping of pets in a sectional title scheme

In a sectional title scheme, along with parking and people, one of the most contentious issues that arise relates to the ownership of pets.

What to do about an illegal building alteration

It has become common for homeowners to choose expansion or renovations of their current homes rather than choosing to purchase a new property.


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