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A sale stalled when an outstanding municipal clearance surfaced late in the process. We worked with the municipality and both bond attorneys to lodge in time, and the buyers moved in on the agreed date.
Panels, inverters and batteries are not always fixtures. A clear clause on what stays with the house avoids a dispute on transfer day.
A conversation about deposits, transfer costs and the questions worth asking before you sign.
A supplier was owed for completed work. A carefully drafted letter of demand and summons led to payment in full before the matter reached trial.
Most commercial agreements can be signed electronically, but some documents still need a handwritten signature. Here is how to tell the difference.
Through mediation, two parents agreed a plan covering care, contact and school holidays, made an order of court without a contested hearing.
Our view on the transfer, bond and legal costs buyers should budget for, beyond the purchase price.
If you die within three months of a divorce, your will may be read as if your former spouse had died before you. Reviewing it early avoids surprises.
A family business is bringing in new investors. We are restructuring its shareholders’ agreement so control, exits and dividends are clear for everyone.
Key legal checks South African property buyers should make before signing an offer to purchase.
A practical introduction to ante-nuptial contracts and matrimonial property choices in South Africa.
A clear overview of the South African property transfer process, from signed sale agreement to registration.
How businesses can assess negotiation, mediation, arbitration and litigation when a commercial dispute arises.
Why clear commercial contracts are essential for managing risk and protecting business relationships.
The role of a valid will in protecting your family, assets and wishes in South Africa.
How a thoughtful parenting plan can create stability and reduce conflict after separation.
A straightforward guide to the conveyancer’s role when buying and transferring property in South Africa.
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