Legal Articles

B-BBEE compliance is essential in South Africa, but true empowerment requires training and mentorship. See how VDM Attorneys empowers property practitioners through education and skills development

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The Community Schemes Ombud Service (CSOS) helps resolve disputes in sectional titles, HOAs, and estates. Learn how CSOS works, when to use it, and why it’s a cost-effective alternative to court.

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Pets in sectional title and estate schemes often cause disputes. Learn when scheme rules banning pets were overturned for being unreasonable, and when residents themselves acted unreasonably.

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When buying or selling property in South Africa, your money is safest in the attorney’s trust account. Here’s why you should never pay deposits or transfer funds anywhere else.

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Confused about attorneys, advocates, conveyancers, and notaries in South Africa? Learn the differences, billing methods, and when to consult each professional.

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Can you transfer a property in South Africa without a compliance certificate? Learn which certificates are required and why, from VDM Attorneys.

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Thinking of buying property by purchasing the shares in a company instead of the property itself? Learn how share transfers work in South Africa, when transfer duty or securities transfer tax applies, the SARS 50% property rule, and the risks and benefits of this approach.

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Do you pay transfer duty or VAT when buying property in South Africa? Learn the difference, with examples and expert advice from VDM Attorneys.

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A property transfer in South Africa takes about 50 days on average, though cash deals can be as quick as 3 weeks whilst deceased estates can tak 6 months. Learn where delays happen in conveyancing and why you need an experienced attorney.

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Divorce in community of property usually means a 50/50 split. Learn how Section 9 of the Divorce Act allows an unequal division when one spouse is deceitful.

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