News
References to interesting articles our team came accross on the internet, in newspapers and/or magazines, as well as some local Snymans news events.
How to cut years off your home loan
One of the best investments a homeowner can make is to pay off their home loan as fast as they can to reduce the amount of interest they pay over the term of the loan. - www.property24.com
The importance of a Fidelity Fund Certificate
Contracts concluded by estate agent without a Fidelity Fund certificate are null and void ab initio - commentary by David Matlala (adjunct professor of law at the University of Fort Hare) on SA LAW Reports (De Rebus)
Affordable property is key to wealth creation, says study
The provision of affordable housing in the so-called gap market in South Africa not only resulted in improved welfare and social cohesion, but was also an important facilitator of opportunities and wealth creation, according to a new study. - www.ghostdigest.co.za
Estate agents' commission explained
www.property24.com - With countless property websites out there, many people are opting to privately sell their homes, thinking that the property will sell itself, and ultimately, avoid paying a real estate agent commission.
Opening of Snymans Northern Pretoria
Snymans Incorporated is proud to announce the opening of their new Northern Pretoria branch on 2 April 2013.
Are invalid rules valid?
MCS Courier - March 2013 - By way of a fictitious example, Tertius Maree illustrates why he has misgivings about the assumed integrity/reliability of the rules of some sectional title schemes as filed at the Deeds Registries. www.ghostdigest.co.za
Impact of the Legal Practice Bill
President of the Black Lawyers Association Busani Mabunda and co-chairperson of the Law Society of South Africa Jan Stemmett at a recent debate on the Legal Practice Bill - By Kim Hawkey - www.saflii.org.za
Conveyancing Fees Increase from 1 March 2013
The Law Society announced that the Conveyancing Fees increase has been approved and will be applicable to all Conveyancing instructions received as from the 1 March 2013.
Mamphela Ramphele launches new party political platform
Business Day Live - DR MAMPHELA Ramphele on Monday announced the formation of a “party political platform” whose first order of business would be to call for reform of South Africa’s electoral system and with the aim of contesting the 2014 national elections
Tips for buying sectional title homes
Buying a house in a complex or a flat often seems to be a more affordable home ownership option than a freestanding house. - www.property24.com 4 February 2013
Another court blow for Cricket South Africa
Legalbrief Today - 29 January 2013: During December 2012, the high court ordered Cricket South Africa (CSA) to pay R1.64 million to Sandown Travel (Pty) Limited, a travel agency which previously rendered services to CSA.
Attend your Sectional Title's AGM
What can an owner achieve by attending the AGM? By Anton Kelly - www.ghostdigest.co.za
Reserve Bank leaves repo rate unchanged
The Reserve Bank's monetary policy committee has kept the repo rate unchanged at 5% - Mail & Guardian
Are the Property Plans Correct?
Article posted by Lea Jacobs on www.privateproperty.co.za. Although it may not be a legal requirement for sellers to provide a copy of the house plans, it is highly recommended that buyers insert a clause into the sales contract stating that as far as the seller is aware, the property plans are up to date and in order with the relevant authorities.
Roy Kapp involved in cycling accident
While cycling early on Sunday morning, one of our directors, Roy Kapp, sustained serious neck injuries when hit from behind by a motor vehicle.
Snymans - We are moving!!
The long awaited move of the Snymans Krugersdorp office to our new and improved offices in Ruimsig is finally here!!
Document Exchange Association
Salaried individuals no longer need to supply bank statements when applying for bonds at FNB, Absa and Nedbank.
How to cut years off your home loan
