Posted on 6/11/2025 4:18 PM By Cor van Deventer
According to the city, persistent non-payment by property owners has significantly affected its ability to operate efficiently. In response, it has introduced a stricter enforcement mechanism, aimed at recovering debts before a transfer of ownership is finalised.
Posted on 6/10/2025 10:00 AM By Cor van Deventer
In a landmark judgment handed down by the Gauteng Division of the High Court, the court made it clear that bodies corporate may not withhold a levy clearance certificate as a means of enforcing compliance with scheme rules or municipal laws — where all financial obligations to the body corporate have already been met.
Posted on 2/17/2025 5:04 PM By Cor van Deventer
With ongoing concerns about inconsistent readings, outdated systems, and disputed utility charges, the city is prioritizing an in-depth review of metering records and installations to create a more efficient and transparent billing system.
Posted on 2/12/2025 8:20 AM By Cor van Deventer
Ethically, if an agent knows that a property has a violent or controversial history, disclosing this information—or at the very least, advising the buyer to conduct further research—aligns with best industry practices.
Posted on 2/11/2025 8:12 AM By Cor van Deventer
In South Africa, disclosure requirements under the Property Practitioners Act (PPA) create a framework for transparency, but when it comes to non-physical defects like a property’s history, the legal picture is far from clear.
Posted on 2/10/2025 9:06 PM By Cor van Deventer
In South Africa, a house may have been the site of a murder, suicide, or violent crime, yet buyers often move in completely unaware of its past. Unlike structural defects, which sellers are legally required to disclose, the psychological history of a home is not considered a material defect under South African law.
Posted on 2/7/2025 11:30 AM By Cor van Deventer
The signing of the Expropriation Bill by President Cyril Ramaphosa on 24 January 2025 has reignited debates over land reform, property rights, and economic stability in South Africa.
Posted on 1/30/2025 1:18 PM By Cor van Deventer
One of the most significant changes in recent years is the formal recognition of cryptocurrency as a financial product under South African law. This means crypto transactions, including buying, selling, and earning digital assets, are subject to financial regulations and tax in South Africa.
Posted on 1/15/2025 1:53 PM By Cor van Deventer
Mental incapacity occurs when an individual is unable to make informed decisions or manage their affairs due to a diminished cognitive or psychological state. This may result from conditions such as dementia, brain injury, or severe mental illness.