Introduction Purchasing property is a significant investment, and it's paramount that buyers are well-informed. A critical component of...

We've noticed over the years that purchasers are often not aware of the many costs involved in a property purchase, including the...

Purchasing a home can be an exhilarating journey. For many, it's the largest investment they'll ever undertake. Therefore, future...

Buying property in South Africa brings its own set of unique elements that buyers and sellers must navigate. It sometimes happens that...

We have often been approached by clients requiring assistance with a sale of shares agreement in respect of shares in a private company....

INTRODUCTION In South Africa, both Muslim marriages concluded in accordance with the tenets of Sharia law and Hindu marriages have for...

- Lara Gelderbloem, Candidate Legal Practitioner Many of us reside in homes which form part of a Sectional Title Scheme, in terms of...

By virtue of becoming a mother or a father, a legal obligation in respect of maintaining your child arises in our law. This duty to...

Many recently divorced parents find themselves in a situation wherein their ex-spouse, likely to be the primary caregiver of their minor...

Natalie Macdonald-Spence, LLB, LLM, Attorney with Right of Appearance in the High Court Sometimes in life family members can no longer,...

It is known that a normal debt typically prescribes after a period of three years, in terms of the Prescription Act 68 of 1969 (the...

We are all likely to become a debtor by owing someone a certain amount of money or a creditor by loaning an amount to another person for...

Many South Africans might not be aware, but as of 1 December 2021, certain sections of the Cyber Crimes Act (the “Act”) are in operation...

As a residential landlord, you expect to receive rent on time and in full- but how do you handle a residential tenant in arrears? There...

Starting your own business is an exciting adventure, but nerve-wracking at the same time. It is important to have a well-thought out...

Taxpayers, especially startups, need to be aware of the tax implications of transferring intellectual property ("IP") abroad. Such...

You may at some point or other heard the words "rule 43 application" in the context of family law. A spouse who intends filing for a...

It is essential to bear in mind that when one signs a lease agreement, it creates obligations on the tenant and the landlord in respect...

Any Legal Practitioner or company dealing with the administration of deceased estates will confirm that the process by in practice is not...

We often receive queries from clients regarding the applicability of the National Credit Act, 2005 (the "NCA") in respect of intended...