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Property sales: “Conditional acceptance” of an offer is not acceptance, It’s rejection
“The conditional acceptance of an offer amounts to rejection of same and not the conclusion of a contract, but may be a counter–offer.” (Extract from judgment
In the land of the will, clarity is king
“The golden rule for the interpretation of testaments is to ascertain the wishes of the testator from the language used. And when these wishes are ascertained,
“In life, we never lose friends, we only learn who the true ones are” (Unknown) Lending money to a friend or family member in need sounds
If, after a property buyer has taken transfer, it turns out that a structure on the property is unlawful for lack of local authority planning permission
Valentine’s Day is upon us, and it’s a great opportunity for couples in a life partnership to review their legal and financial relationships. Not having in
You can (and should) both discipline and prosecute thieving employees
Our criminal courts report a new surge in a particular type of workplace monetary crime – serious thefts and frauds by those in the most trusted
How Does the New Divorce Act Ruling Affect You?
Media reports of the recent Constitutional Court decision holding a section of the Divorce Act unconstitutional and giving Parliament 24 months to remedy that haven’t always
Selling Your House to a Non-Resident
South Africa is attractive to overseas property buyers with our world-class lifestyle, depreciated Rand, strong property registration and legal systems, and minimal restrictions against non-resident property
A Costly Case of Buyer’s Remorse
A recent High Court decision once again highlights the dangers of signing anything without reading, understanding and fully considering it. A “Renovator’s Dream” and a case
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