Sep 2, 2021 | Conveyancing and Property Law, Trusts and Estates
A trust is a legal entity which is created by a founder and which can (amongst other things) purchase and own property. Once a trust is created, all assets are placed into it by either the founder donating assets to it or by the entity itself purchasing or otherwise...
Apr 28, 2021 | Conveyancing and Property Law
The Expropriation Bill 2020 was gazetted and submitted to parliament for review last year. This Bill, alongside amending of Section 25 of the Constitution, will allow expropriation without compensation in South Africa for the first time. On 24 and 25 March 2021,...
Apr 7, 2021 | Conveyancing and Property Law
The process of buying or selling property can be rather overwhelming, more so, when you do not know what to expect. Below is a list of expenses which may arise for both the seller and purchaser to assist you in preparing for the unknown. The buyer is liable for:...
Feb 23, 2021 | Conveyancing and Property Law, Family Divorce and Matrimonial Law
In respect of immovable property, it is important to note that the divorce order merely records that the party/parties are entitled to a full or half share in the immovable property. Thereafter, transfer of the applicable share in terms of the divorce order, must be...
Feb 9, 2021 | Conveyancing and Property Law
There are four capacities within which it is possible to buy property and each has its own distinct advantages and disadvantages. The options available are to either purchase in your individual capacity, through a trust instrument or in the name of a company or a...
Jan 28, 2021 | Conveyancing and Property Law
Operating since 2018, a free advice centre is helping to facilitate formal residential property transactions in Cape Town’s largest township, Khayelitsha. The Transaction Support Centre (TSC) has engaged with over 500 residents and provides buyers and sellers with...
