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Explore personal and professional growth in 2024
Market News

Explore personal and professional growth in 2024

Muhammad Dawood, Director at Snymans Inc, shares insights on tackling personal and legal challenges in the New Year.

January 15, 2024
Landlord Responsibility: Addressing Unlawful Tenant Actions
Legislative Guidelines

Landlord Responsibility: Addressing Unlawful Tenant Actions

As a landlord, you may be held accountable for your tenant's unlawful actions on your property if you knew about them and didn't take steps to stop them.

January 11, 2024
Does PIE Apply?
Legislative Guidelines

Does PIE Apply?

While PIE typically applies to residential evictions, exceptions exist. The crucial inquiry revolves around whether student accommodation qualifies as a "home" under PIE.

December 11, 2023
Decoding Section 57: Real Estate Transactions 1937
Legislative Guidelines

Decoding Section 57: Real Estate Transactions 1937

Key in real estate, Section 57 manages debtor substitution under mortgage bonds for transparent property transactions.

December 8, 2023
2023 Year-end wrap up: Jansen Snyman
Market News

2023 Year-end wrap up: Jansen Snyman

In 2023's global turmoil, the property market stabilises amid conflicts. External factors impact, but internal changes foster positivity toward 2024.

December 4, 2023
Navigating South African Marriages: Insights from Snymans
Contractual Matters

Navigating South African Marriages: Insights from Snymans

Discover South African marriages with Snymans: Civil, Customary, and Civil Union. From Antenuptial Contracts to property ownership, navigate confidently.

November 17, 2023
Is Voetstoots still applicable?
Contractual Matters

Is Voetstoots still applicable?

Voetstoots endures, but the Property Practitioners Act demands defect disclosure, shifting towards transparency and a balanced buyer-seller relationship.

November 10, 2023
Finance Mastery: Unlocking Better Home Loan Rates in South Africa
Property Finance

Finance Mastery: Unlocking Better Home Loan Rates in South Africa

Optimise your South African credit score with on-time payments, minimal debt, and expert guidance for improved bond terms.

November 8, 2023
Transparency in Administrative Actions: The Legal Mandate
Legislative Guidelines

Transparency in Administrative Actions: The Legal Mandate

South African law requires transparency in administrative actions. A recent case underscores the significance of providing reasons for decisions and maintaining fairness.

November 1, 2023
Managing an Estate After a Loved One's Passing.
Legislative Guidelines

Managing an Estate After a Loved One's Passing.

Losing a loved one is hard. This article outlines the key steps for managing their estate, with a focus on the role of the Executor.

October 26, 2023
Executor Seeks Court Approval for Estate Property Sale
Legislative Guidelines

Executor Seeks Court Approval for Estate Property Sale

The executor, needing funds, is pursuing court approval to sell the primary asset. The sole heir's consent is required, but obtaining the Master's approval has proven elusive.

October 12, 2023
Legal Aspects of Urban Squatter Management
Legislative Guidelines

Legal Aspects of Urban Squatter Management

Rising squatter settlements in South African cities concern residents seeking resolution. The PIE Act provides a legal process for eviction, with few exceptions.

October 11, 2023
My Property, My Right
Legislative Guidelines

My Property, My Right

In South Africa, we all have the right to own property. However, there are some restrictions on this right.

September 15, 2023
A closer look: Why should I leave a will?
Legislative Guidelines

A closer look: Why should I leave a will?

This article underscores the importance of a valid will, with insights from an estate administration expert with over 500 managed estates and FISA membership since 2012.

September 12, 2023
No Will, who will inherit my property?
Legislative Guidelines

No Will, who will inherit my property?

When someone passes away without a legal Will, distributing their property and assets can become complex.

September 11, 2023