In this article, we provide an important update to trustees and company directors on the latest developments in respect of the newly introduced beneficial ownership reporting for trusts and companies as introduced by the General Laws (Anti-Money Laundering and...

Buying or selling property is a significant step in any individual's life, but when it comes to cohabiting partners, the process can be even more complex. Cohabitation, where an unmarried couple lives together, brings its own unique set of considerations when it comes...

Boundary walls between neighbouring properties are key to defining property lines and ensuring the privacy and security of your property. Yet, boundary walls often also form the basis of heated disputes between neighbours, particularly when not done correctly. In this...

Discover how leveraging technology, from virtual tours to AI, can help South African real estate agents stay ahead in their industry. In an ever-evolving world where technology permeates every facet of life, the real estate industry is not exempt. From virtual tours...

Can the body corporate of a section title reveal to owners that an employee has a criminal record for a serious crime? This is a question we receive more often than would be expected from body corporates. So, what is the answer, can they, or can’t they reveal this...

The family of a deceased are often confronted with the harsh reality of having to wind up a deceased’s estate after his or her passing. Usually, there is the expectation that this should go quickly, but unfortunately, the reality is that the process is hardly ever a...

For many owners of water rights, the confusion over the last few years about whether you can or can’t transfer these rights to another, has been quite frustrating. At last, the Constitutional Court has provided much-needed clarity and hopefully laid the issue finally...

Becoming a real estate agent can be an exciting job opportunity, with the potential for flexible hours, meeting new people and high earnings drawing many into the profession. The reality is that not everyone who starts in the real estate industry finds the success...

If you’re someone who enjoys working with people, wants to have control over their time and is good at communicating, becoming a real estate agent might be a good career choice for you. Of course, deciding on a profession is a big task, and one of the most important...

As a result of the continuing woes of load shedding , many sectional owners are considering alternative and renewable energy solutions like solar panels to minimize the effect that load shedding has on their households. A common question, therefore, being raised by...