As people grow older, they may be debilitated by mental or physical ailments, which render them unable to manage their own affairs which includes but is not limited to their financial affairs and day-to-day affairs. These people are considered to …
As people grow older, they may be debilitated by mental or physical ailments, which render them unable to manage their own affairs which includes but is not limited to their financial affairs and day-to-day affairs. These people are considered to …
Reporting a deceased estate: When the unthinkable happens it is difficult to deal with what needs to be done in order to report the estate of a loved one who has recently passed away. The purpose of this article is …
Misconception of Evictions during Level 4 Lockdown. by Marius Koch 26 July 2021 There is a common misconception that Landlords may not evict tenants who are not paying rent during the National State of Disaster. In terms of Regulation 22 …
Ensuring their children are cared for when they pass away is one of the primary reasons people draw up a will. But what happens when the best interests of the children that are left behind are not at the forefront …
While South Africa is currently in a state of lockdown during which a significant number of businesses have had to cease operations, some relief from a tax perspective has been announced by the government. Tax-compliant businesses with a turnover of …
Section 9HA of the Income Tax Act deals with deemed disposals by a deceased person. This section of the Act often causes some confusion, especially where there are heirs or legatees other than the surviving spouse. In terms of the …
At the end of the national lockdown, many South Africans will have gotten to know their properties better than the architects who designed them. For some, this time will lead to ways they plan to improve their homes, for others, …
“…we may be about to see a shift of generational proportions toward [an]… array of real estate demands, ironically induced – at least partially – by technology. Overcoming isolation is becoming increasingly imperative, as seen in such trends as co-working …
For many whose homes are where their hearts are, the Draft Expropriation Bill, 2019, which seeks to legalise land expropriation without compensation, is proving to be of great concern, especially after it was released for comment on 21 December 2019. The …
Your business may not be the only one in its industry but that does not mean it should not be one of the best. Researching, learning, and understanding the market, as well as the behaviours of business alike, enable you …
One of the best ways to become better organised is to put life’s most essential documents in place. No one really wants to think about serious illness or death. While you may not want to think about these things at …
It is correct that one has the right to freedom of expression, but it is important to remember that this right is limited. When one oversteps the limitations, it can lead to the defamation of another person’s good name and …
The Constitution of the Republic of South Africa (“the Constitution”) does not explicitly provide for a right of appeal from a Small Claims Court judgment. However, section 34 of the Constitution does provide that “everyone has the right to have …
Ethics are a set of moral values that are relied upon when it comes to making decisions. In the workplace, ethics are an essential component in responsible decision-making. Ethics are more than just words used to enhance the image of …
Every HOA has applicable building guidelines which are stipulated in a Constitution or Memorandum of Incorporation (“MOI”) which every homeowner should be made aware of, read and understood. The guidelines will differ from estate to estate and it is important …
In terms of South African law, for a will to be accepted as valid by the Master of the High Court (a statutory body to which deceased estates are reported), it must comply with the legal formalities as set out …
A business valuation is a process whereby a value is placed on a business or a business unit, based on the historical and projected financial performance of the business. It is critical, as a shareholder or business owner, to know …
Where starter homes in quiet suburbs used to be the norm when it came to first buys for working professionals and young couples, it seems like J.G. Ballard’s 1975 novel, High Rise, may have predicted the future of residential development …
Professionalism is defined as a person’s conduct at work. It refers to the level of competence or excellence that is expected of a professional. One should never apologise for having high standards and rather provide the level of expectation. It …
Investing in a property can be one of the best decisions you make. It is also one of the investments you need to consider most carefully to make sure you continue reaping its benefits when the market shifts. The key …
Finding a holiday home isn’t as simple as choosing your favourite holiday spot and packing your bags. With the festive season around the corner, the urge to buy a holiday home may be rising, but a decision like this demands …
All marriages entered in terms of Islamic law, are currently not recognised as valid marriages. For a valid marriage to be recognised in South Africa one must get married in terms of civil law which is regulated by the Marriage …
Insurance is a contract in terms of which the insurer undertakes, in return for the payment of a price or a premium by the insured, to render the insured a sum of money, or the equivalent to a sum of …
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