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Customary Marriage Antenuptials Leave No Shortcuts After I Do
Contractual Matters

Customary Marriage Antenuptials Leave No Shortcuts After I Do

A new Constitutional Court ruling confirms an ANC signed after a customary marriage is legally invalid.

February 11, 2026
The Heart and Strength Behind Every Transfer
Market News

The Heart and Strength Behind Every Transfer

Every property transfer is backed by expert legal care, protecting your investment and peace of mind.

February 2, 2026
Selling Joint Property Without Spousal Consent
Legislative Guidelines

Selling Joint Property Without Spousal Consent

Court can authorise the sale of a jointly owned home when a spouse unreasonably withholds consent.

January 30, 2026
Article 3: The Trust in Action - What Keeps It Alive
Legislative Guidelines

Article 3: The Trust in Action - What Keeps It Alive

A trust only works when trustees act properly. From LOAs to accountability, this is trust in action.

January 23, 2026
Article 2: Starting a Trust the Smart Way
Legislative Guidelines

Article 2: Starting a Trust the Smart Way

How to set up an African trust correctly, avoid common pitfalls, and ensure it is legally sound from day one.

January 16, 2026
The “Right to View” - Access to Property Before Transfer
Contractual Matters

The “Right to View” - Access to Property Before Transfer

Purchasers don’t have an automatic right to view before transfer. Access depends on agreement, risk and law.

January 16, 2026
Digging Deeper: The Legal Side of Boreholes
Legislative Guidelines

Digging Deeper: The Legal Side of Boreholes

Private land, public water: why illegal boreholes risk infrastructure, liability and property transactions.

January 9, 2026
The Foundations of Trusts in South Africa
Legislative Guidelines

The Foundations of Trusts in South Africa

A clear look at how trusts work in South Africa and why they matter for families, planning and protecting what you’ve built.

December 10, 2025
Water Rules That Flow: Stay Compliant, Stay Connected
Legislative Guidelines

Water Rules That Flow: Stay Compliant, Stay Connected

High summer demand means strict water rules. Know restrictions to avoid fines, cut-offs, or jail.

December 5, 2025
A Silent Night? Keeping the Peace This Holiday Season
Legislative Guidelines

A Silent Night? Keeping the Peace This Holiday Season

Festive cheer can turn noisy fast. Here’s how estates and schemes can keep peace, parking and parties under control.

November 26, 2025
Before You Dive In: Keep Your Pool Compliant
Legislative Guidelines

Before You Dive In: Keep Your Pool Compliant

Pool season is here, but safety comes first. Here’s what South African homeowners and trustees need to know before summer begins.

November 21, 2025
Click Smart, Stay Safe This Black Friday
Market News

Click Smart, Stay Safe This Black Friday

Black Friday bargains are everywhere, but so are online risks. Make sure your clicks don’t compromise your personal information or legal protections.

November 17, 2025
The Smartest Black Friday Deal: Your Home Loan
Market News

The Smartest Black Friday Deal: Your Home Loan

Skip the sales - the smartest Black Friday saving is paying extra into your bond. A small boost now could save you years (and hundreds of thousands) later.

November 13, 2025
When a Handshake Won’t Hold Up: Lessons from F O v T K
Contractual Matters

When a Handshake Won’t Hold Up: Lessons from F O v T K

The SCA confirms that oral promises can’t override written property contracts. Only signed, written agreements transfer ownership in South Africa.

November 7, 2025
Redefining Marital Property: The 2025 Family Matters Bill
Legislative Guidelines

Redefining Marital Property: The 2025 Family Matters Bill

The 2025 Family Matters Amendment Bill reshapes divorce and estate law, ensuring fair asset division for all marriages - recognising both financial and care work.

October 31, 2025