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Marriage & property rights: Does the recent ConCourt ruling impact you?<\/strong><\/p>\n

In a seminal judgment, the Constitutional Court recently confirmed a critical legal principle directly impacting married persons\u2019 property rights.<\/p>\n

Read more<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n

SARS enhances transfer duty requirements: Implications for property transactions<\/strong><\/p>\n

Following its December announcement, SARS\u2019 updated transfer duty regime tightens income tax registration requirements and introduces enhanced validation measures for property transactions.<\/p>\n

Read more<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n

Airbnb and commercial property rates: The City of Cape Town proposes new Short-Term Letting By-law<\/strong><\/p>\n

In a bid to improve compliance with existing Rates Policy, the City of Cape Town has confirmed its intention to publish a draft Short-Term Letting By-law for public comment.<\/p>\n

Read more<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n

The Legally Speaking<\/em> podcast | Expert insights: Navigating property defects<\/strong><\/p>\n

In our latest episode, Director and experienced conveyancer, Zane du Randt<\/u><\/a>, adeptly discusses the legal and practical implications of discovering property defects post-signature. Why does the distinction between patent and latent defects matter? Will an estate agent be penalised for failing to obtain an immovable property condition report? Does the voetstoots<\/em> clause safeguard sellers for not disclosing hidden defects? For the answers to these important queries and more, tune in now!<\/p>\n

Listen now<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n

When deadlines matter: Deposit forfeiture and the Conventional Penalties Act<\/strong><\/p>\n

Recently, the Johannesburg High Court reaffirmed the enforceability of forfeiture clauses in property sales where purchasers fail to furnish guarantees within agreed timeframes.<\/p>\n

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Nine essential safeguards for landlords: It\u2019s not too late to register for our next expert-led webinar!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Leasing property is not without its risks. In this month\u2019s practical and informative webinar, David Martin Ogilvie Thompson<\/u><\/a>, STBB Director and experienced litigation and dispute resolution specialist, expertly walks landlords, rental agents, and managing agents through nine essential safeguards to mitigate risk, reduce disputes, and strengthen leasing arrangements. Don\u2019t miss out on this insightful session with a property litigation attorney \u2013 secure your spot now!<\/p>\n

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