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Lexis Nexis
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A conveyancing question has been asked about the correct sequencing of a series of transactions involving twins and a Sectional Title scheme, with specific reference to a High Court Order and the executor of an estate not being allowed to be a developer. -
An enduring myth in our society is that our law recognises the concept of a “common law marriage”, there are some limited statutory protections for life partners, but a cohabitation agreement is necessary, as is a will, to remove any doubt - in death and dispute. -
Allen West discusses anonymous and commanditarian partnerships and the issue of whether a vesting can disclose or refer to a commandite partner in deeds and documents. -
Wiseman Bhuqa analyses the Expropriation Bill with reference to nil compensation, and its its relationship to the current expropriation enabling framework of Acts and Ordinances which prescribe expropriation with compensation. -
Allen West discusses the cancellation and removal of a restrictive condition with regard to invoking the provisions of section 68(1) or (2) of the Deeds Registries Act, by approaching the Courts, or whether SPLUMA must be utilized. -
Should we wish to build: Jack Crook reminds us to check for full compliance with the Housing Consumers Protection Measures Act as it offers significant protection against dishonest contractors and faulty workmanship, plus access to its mediation services if a dispute arises. -
Wiseman Bhuqa analyses the Expropriation Bill with reference to nil compensation, and its its relationship to the current expropriation enabling framework of Acts and Ordinances which prescribe expropriation with compensation. -
Buyers must establish the marital status of sellers they are buying property from, especially if it later turns out that not only they are married, but married in community of property, and consent has not been given by their spouse - Jack Crook reports. -
A recent High Court decision has held that under the Water Act, trading in water is not permissible, licenced water use cannot be transferred and/or sold, as it is the Minister’s responsibility to ensure that water is allocated equitably and used beneficially in the public interest. -
The Festive season is always a busy time for property sales, and this year should be no different but don’t neglect the legal aspects, Jack Crook gives 12 reasons why you should call your attorney first.