The Requirements for a Registered Office of a Company
One aspect that is often not considered in great detail during the formation and registration of a juristic person in South Africa is its registered office, also often referred to as its registered address. Parties often opt to use a convenient location as a company’s registere
Responsibility to maintain and repair foundations and boundary walls in a sectional title scheme
This article will briefly consider the definitions of common property vis-à-vis sections in terms of the Sectional Titles Schemes Management Act 8 of 2011 in order to establish who must maintain what in sectional title scheme developments. Many residential developments in South
Exercise of rights and obligations under a praedial servitude
A servitude is a limited real right which entitles its holder either to the use and enjoyment of another person’s property or to insist that such other person shall refrain from exercising certain entitlements following from his or her right of ownership over and in respect of
The ABCs of lease agreements in South Africa
Navigating the world of lease agreements can be complex and fraught with potential pitfalls. In South Africa, these agreements are an essential tool for establishing clear expectations and protecting the interests of both landlords and tenants. Whether you’re a seasoned pro
Will-stipulated purchase option: Are there transfer duty impacts?
Any person drawing up a last will and testament, and who intends to include an option to purchase any of their properties, should be aware of the transfer duty implications such provision might bring forth. This article intends on discussing the beforementioned implications at th
Domicilium citandi et executandi in South African law
How is it possible that someone can obtain judgment against me, without my knowledge of any summons issued against me or a court date to state my side of the story? Well, in our law this could happen if you agreed to a domicilium address without notifying other parties about a ch
Exercise of rights and obligations under a praedial servitude
A servitude is a limited real right which entitles its holder either to the use and enjoyment of another person’s property or to insist that such other person shall refrain from exercising certain entitlements following from his or her right of ownership over and in respect of
Responsibility to maintain and repair foundations and boundary walls in a sectional title scheme
This article will briefly consider the definitions of common property vis-à-vis sections in terms of the Sectional Titles Schemes Management Act 8 of 2011 in order to establish who must maintain what in sectional title scheme developments. Many residential developments in South
Unravelling legal costs: What you must know when selling your house
We understand that the process of selling a home can often come with unexpected costs that property owners may not be aware of. To ensure a smooth property transfer process without any payment delays, sellers must budget for these expenses. Take control of your property sale by a