A will is an essential legal document that allows you to decide how your assets will be distributed after your death. However, not all wills are valid. Several factors can render a will invalid or limit the freedom of a testator‘s disposition of their estate. Here’s what you need to know to ensure your will […]
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A phased development is one in which the developer registers a sectional title scheme in stages as opposed to registering the entire scheme at once. The procedure and requirements for a phased development are set out in section 25 of the Sectional Titles Act 1986. What follows below is a general overview of the concept
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The formalities for the signature (also referred to as execution) of Wills are laid down in the Wills Act No 7/1953: The testator’s signature must be in the original made in ink. A copy will not suffice. In addition, despite the increasing popularity of electronic signatures, such a signature will also not comply with the
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Effective from February 2022, the Property Practitioners Act is the successor to the Estate Agency Affairs Act 1976 which has been repealed. The Estate Agency Affairs Board has been replaced by the Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority. What are the effects and applications? It applies to immovable property generally, i.e. to both residential and commercial property
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A will is a unique document in which you record your decision as to how your assets will be dealt with after your death. Because your will cannot be changed in any way after your passing, it must be drawn to reflect your wishes accurately. You will be avoiding interfamily disputes which so often arise.
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When is the right time to be registered as a Credit Provider? If you sell property, land or anything else to someone on credit, you enter into a credit agreement. In essence, you are now the seller and a credit provider. The National Credit Act stipulates that you must be registered as a credit provider
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