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The End of the Runner: Digital Conveyancing Is Finally Here

If you have watched a transfer drag on and wondered what is taking so long, part of the answer is logistics. Under the current paper-based system, once a conveyancer has prepared a full set of transfer documents, those documents are physically printed, signed, and bundled into a lodgement pack. That pack then needs to

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Navigating the New Earnings Threshold: A Critical Update for South African Employees

Effective 1 May, a significant amendment to the earnings threshold under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) will come into force, carrying profound implications for both employers and employees across South Africa. This adjustment, gazetted by the Department of Employment and Labour, raises the annual earnings.

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Why a Single South African Will May Not Be Enough for Global Assets

It has become common for South Africans to hold a meaningful portion of their wealth outside the country, whether that is a property in Portugal, a share portfolio in the US, a trust interest in Mauritius, or a bank account in the Channel Islands. Many people assume their South African will automatically takes care of

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When the Body Corporate Runs Out of Money: What sectional title owners and buyers need to know about schemes in financial distress

Most people buying into a sectional title scheme ask the obvious questions - Is the unit the right size? Is the location right? What are the levies? Very few ask the question that matters most: Is this scheme financially solvent?

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Where Does Your Levy Money Actually Go? A straight-talking guide for sectional title owners

It's one of the most common complaints in sectional title living: the levy goes up, the managing agent sends a statement, and the owner is left squinting at line items they don't fully understand. The assumption that quietly takes hold, especially when things feel disorganised or maintenance is slow - is that someone s

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Approved Plans Are Not Enough: Why “Consent for Use” Can Delay or Derail Your Property Transaction

In property transactions, most buyers and sellers understand the importance of approved building plans. It is one of the first checks made when preparing a property for sale or applying for a home loan.

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