May 20, 2025 | Conveyancing and Property Law
The Housing Consumer Protection Act, 25 of 2024, is set to replace the existing Housing Consumer Protection Measures Act, 9 of 1998. While not yet in effect, the commencement of this new legislation is expected imminently, ushering in a more robust regulatory...
Apr 2, 2025 | Conveyancing and Property Law
Following amendments made to the Regulations to the Deeds Registries Act published on 5 March 2025, the Deeds Office now requires Form LLL to be lodged “for statistical and land audit purposes relating to land ownership in South Africa”. The newly amended Regulation...
Jul 11, 2024 | Conveyancing and Property Law
After signing an offer to purchase, a buyer will often take occupation of the property before registration of transfer has been affected into their name. Upon moving in, the buyer may find defects in the property that they were not made aware of by the seller prior to...
Jul 25, 2023 | Conveyancing and Property Law, Immigration Law
The South African residential property market is increasingly showing favourable returns for foreign investors. In light of the above, questions arise on the requirements governing foreigners and the purchase of property in South Africa, and the legal requirements and...
Jul 4, 2023 | Conveyancing and Property Law, Litigation and Dispute Resolution
In the realm of shared living spaces, such as residential or commercial complexes, the establishment of body corporates has become commonplace. These entities are responsible for managing common areas and shared resources, but conflicts and disputes inevitably arise....