Legal Articles

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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Community of property may seem simple, but it puts spouses at risk of shared debt, financial restrictions, and loss of independence. Learn why from VDM Attorneys.

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In a community of property divorce, all assets and debts are split 50/50. Learn what this means for property, pensions, and debt from VDM Attorneys.

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An interdict on a property can delay or block a sale. Learn what it means, why it’s issued, and how VDM Attorneys can help you resolve it.

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