Community living in South Africa, whether in homeowners’ associations (HOAs), sectional title schemes, or housing estates, comes with unique challenges. Disputes over governance, finances, and maintenance can disrupt harmony and
When a person married in community of property is awarded their former spouse’s share in jointly owned property following a divorce, they can apply to the registrar of deeds for
Make sure your assets are managed and distributed according to your wishes. Estate planning is an important step in protecting your family’s future and avoiding any unnecessary complications. Here’s a
Divorce and maintenance claims are often emotionally charged and legally complex processes. In South Africa, the maintenance court, established under the Maintenance Act 99 of 1998, plays an important role
Do you have a big piece of land that is becoming expensive and labour-intensive to maintain? Or perhaps you have two adjacent properties you’d like to combine into a larger
What happens if all the trustees of a sectional title scheme resign? Who is then in control of the management, and who is entitled to continue exercising the function and
In South Africa, an antenuptial contract (ANC) is a critical legal document that determines the matrimonial property regime of a marriage. While the online creation of ANCs offers convenience and
If you are considering buying a property in a housing development, it’s essential to understand what a Homeowners Association (HOA) is and how it operates. HOAs are legal entities responsible
With the majority of homes in South Africa being financed by the country’s largest banks, a common online debate persists: who truly owns a mortgaged home? Some believe that the