OWNING PROPERTY WITHOUT A WILL
If you die without a Will, an administrator will have to be appointed to administer your estate which will be distributed according to the laws of intestate succession. As such, your assets may not be distributed as you would have wished. It also means that the process will be delayed and that there will be […]
WHAT DOES THE DEEDS OFFICE DO?
The Deeds Office is responsible for the registration, management and maintenance of the property registry of South Africa. If you are planning on buying a house, it can be useful knowing about the Deeds Office. However, you would use the services of a conveyancer when buying or selling a house. Your estate agent should be […]
MY DOG JUST ATTACKED SOMEONE
Due to circumstances beyond your control your dog bites someone. There is blood, an injury, and a shocked and angry victim. Luckily it is a small wound, but before you can mouth an apology, the traumatised person storms off with the words: “You’ll pay for this; see you in court!” Are you liable for the […]
IS MY TENANT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE WORN OUT CARPET?
There are several damages a landlord can deduct from a tenant’s deposit. However, there are certain household items that will experience normal wear and tear over time. This is referred to as “fair wear and tear”. Fair wear and tear is seen as damage or loss to an item at the property which happens as […]
SUSPENSIVE CONDITIONS IN A DEED OF SALE: KNOW YOUR OBLIGATIONS
Imagine signing a deed of sale for your dream house and later discovering that the contract lapsed because you obtained bond approval one day too late. The situation could be worsened if the Seller receives a better offer for the house and accepts that better offer. If a deed of sale is made subject to […]