by Andrew Banks | Aug 17, 2026 | Blog
In short: Paying lobola on its own does not automatically make you legally married. Under the Recognition of Customary Marriages Act 120 of 1998 a customary marriage is recognised where it was negotiated, entered into and celebrated in accordance with customary law....
by BAwebmaster | Jun 28, 2024 | Blog
Background Private equity funds are collective investment schemes registered under Section 12J of the Income Tax Act 58 of 1962. These funds provide opportunities for individuals to invest in specific sectors through venture capital companies, which are non-trading...
by BAwebmaster | May 24, 2024 | Blog
In short: A mandatory disclosure form is the document in which a seller or lessor declares the defects they know about in a property. Section 67 of the Property Practitioners Act 22 of 2019 requires a property practitioner to obtain a fully completed and signed form...
by BAwebmaster | Apr 24, 2024 | Blog
In short: From the date of lodgement the Deeds Office usually takes 7 to 10 working days to register a matter, provided none of the examiners raises a query. “Prep” refers to the conveyancer preparing the transfer documents; once handed in at the Deeds...
by BAwebmaster | Mar 19, 2024 | Blog
Conveyancing, the legal process of transferring property ownership from one party to another, is a crucial aspect of the real estate industry in South Africa. While the process is essential for facilitating property transactions, it does at times presents a few...
by BAwebmaster | Feb 28, 2024 | Blog
In the realm of property transactions in South Africa, an Offer to Purchase is a foundational document. Once accepted, it serves as the initial and core agreement between a buyer and a seller, outlining the terms and conditions of the property sale. Among the...
