How Divorce affects Immovable Property
Category Legal Information
Divorces are already loaded with emotion, hurt and usually frustration. Just to add some extra stress, immovable property that forms part of a joint estate
A Foreigner's Guide To Buying Property In South Africa
Category Foreigner's Guide Buying Property
There is no restriction on foreign investors acquiring property in South Africa.
What Happens To Your Home If You Die Intestate - I.E. Without A Will
Category Financial Advice
Inheritance of assets in a deceased estate, and in particular of immovable property, can be complex. Although there are many nuanced scenarios that can exist
How The CPA Protect Tenants In Rental Agreements - Agreed Terms vs Unreasonable Terms
Category Rental Rights
Many lease agreements contain clauses that are referred to as “clauses to the benefit of the lessor”. These will be, for instance
2016 Is Shaping Up To Be An Expensive Year For South Africans.
Category Financial Advice
Just three months into the new year consumers have been hit by an interest rate hike; ‘sin’ taxes and the fuel levy have been increased
Getting 100% Home Loan Is Not Always A Good Thing!
Category Home Loan Advice
It's not easy to achieve, but about 38% of homebuyers are currently still being granted no-deposit or 100% home loans - and in some instances loans
Is It Important To Put Down A Deposit When Financing An Investment Property?
Category Buying Property
According to Tshireletso Rakgori from Alexander Forbes paying a deposit towards a mortgage bond can make a significant difference.
2016 BUDGET NEWS - Putting Strain On The Property Market
Category Financial Advice
Minister of Finance, Mr Pravin Gordhan, delivered the National Treasury’s budget for 2016/2017 yesterday afternoon.
Crash Course In Property Investment
Category Property Investment Advice
Property has long been a popular option for investors. Here are some tips on types of property investments available in South Africa.
New Land Expropriation Bill Passed in Parliament To Redress Racial Disparities In Land Ownership
Category Buying and Selling Property
South Africas main house of parliament took a first step on Tuesday towards enabling the state to make compulsory purchases of land to redress