“Buyer’s remorse” is a well-known phenomenon that’s led many a property buyer to cast around desperately for a means, any means, to escape the sale they’ve just tied themselves into. Be careful here – cancelling a sale without sound legal grounds will be a very costly mistake.
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A body corporate’s right and duty to collect levies from section owners, and to pursue those who fall into arrears, can be an onerous one.
Be certain that any estate agent you employ is both competent and trustworthy. You’re entrusting them with a major asset and, as we discuss in this article, not every “agent” out there is necessarily genuine. As for the fakes, their incompetence is often matched only by their dishonesty.
The couple’s court victory highlights both the importance of lenders producing accurate documentation, and the right of borrowers to request clear details before agreeing to settle any claims made against them.
You buy a vacant plot in a security estate and happily start drawing up plans for your dream home. Disaster strikes when out of the blue you are hit by the Homeowners’ Association with triple levies.
South Africa is a popular choice with international property buyers, offering high affordability and growth potential, a strong legal and regulatory system, and of course a very attractive lifestyle with a wide variety of property options.
We outline the basics of estate planning, its benefits, and what to include in your plan. As well as share nine simple steps to help you get started.
We’ll discuss why you need a conveyancer, why the choice is yours and yours alone, and why you shouldn’t sign anything before checking with us first.
If you have any thoughts of buying property this summer, you’ve picked a good time to do it. We’ll discuss why that is and then we’ll share some crucial factors to consider before you make an offer.
Bad neighbours can make life in a complex unbearable. The good news is that our law provides several quick and effective ways to protect yourself and your family from the tyrant next door.