Think before you sign: 5 things to consider before signing a contract
The simple definition of a contract is where an offer by one party is accepted by the other party. These parties are the contracting parties. There will be no agreement between the parties if there is a counteroffer to an offer. However, if a counteroffer is accepted, there is an agreement or consensus between the […]
Landlord and tenant inspections
The Rental Housing Amendment Act[1], section 4B (4) and (5) determines that the tenant and property owner must jointly, before the tenant moves into the dwelling, inspect the dwelling for any defect and damage. It further determines that the same procedure must be followed when the tenant vacates the property, and this inspection must be […]
How your attorney can assist you in selling & buying your property
Technology has flipped conventional business models on their heads and for us as attorneys it is no different. This is the reality of the clients of attorney firms who want to buy or sell a property. FULL TURN-KEY SERVICE FOR CLIENTS Attorneys now offer a full turn-key service for their clients when buying or selling […]
Announcement: FLISP subsidies and rent-to-own paves the way for first-time home ownership in affordable new mill park development in Bredasdorp
The new Mill Park Development in Bredasdorp, Cape Agulhas Municipality, offers an exclusive unique opportunity for first-time buyers who already reside in the Bredasdorp or Agulhas Municipal area to realise their dream of owning their own home. This affordable housing opportunity is coupled with a one-stop service that walks brand new buyers through every step […]
Are you planning on starting an Airbnb?
When deciding whether to become an Airbnb host, it’s important for you to understand how the laws work in your city. According to Brett Herron, the mayoral committee member for transport and urban development at the City of Cape Town, different holiday accommodation land-use types, such as B&Bs and guest houses, are regulated by the […]
The ups and downs of property co-ownership
Property ownership is no small feat. It is one of the most reliable forms of investment and one of the biggest items that most people have on their financial “to-do” lists. Unfortunately, it is not always an easily achievable goal. Property ownership has always been a costly endeavour, and in recent years the age of […]
Have you thought of all the costs in purchasing your new home?
Purchasing a new home is undoubtedly an exciting decision, but it is also an extremely emotional one. A home is where family traditions are brought to life and where lifelong memories are made. However, in addition to the immense pride that comes with having a place to call your own, comes the heavy costs that […]
Welcome to your children’s new classroom: Your home
Since the beginning of the pandemic and the subsequent lockdowns, children have been obliged to approach their education in a whole new way, while parents have had no other choice but to become an active part of their children’s educational journey. While schools may have reopened, and children are once again filling up the classrooms, […]
Moving to a smaller home may be the answer
Property ownership in today’s economy is no small feat. But even when you’ve worked most of your adult life towards buying the family home of your dreams, the possibility of downsizing should never be discounted. Whether you’re looking at lowering the costs of homeownership, or reassessing your property needs once your children have moved out, there are a number of clear indications that it’s time for you to move on to something […]
The rising popularity of sectional title ownership
Sectional titles have become a staple in the real estate industry over the past decades. And with all the benefits that come with it, it makes sense. Heightened security, lower insurance costs on buildings and outdoor areas, shared maintenance costs with other owners, becoming part of a community, no cleaning the pool on Saturday mornings — it sounds like any […]
