Socially distanced property viewings
The real estate industry has always been known for utilising the latest technologies available to bring buyers and sellers together. From announcements at Town Hall gatherings to the printing presses, the introduction of radios and television sets in households, and finally the World Wide Web, property practitioners have always been on the lookout for the […]
Business rescue vs Liquidation: What is the difference?
South Africa has been experiencing very slow economic growth and international rating agencies have subsequently downgraded South Africa’s investment outlook to “junk status”. This, and a myriad of other factors, have negatively impacted South African businesses, especially small and medium business enterprises. Many of these struggling enterprises are now at a crossroads: do they continue […]
Why an ‘assisted/quick sale’ must be the last resort for a distressed property owner
Just as vultures begin to circle a wounded animal in its final death throes, estate agencies are pedalling ‘assisted sales’ or ‘quick sales’ as the solution to the COVID-19 related problems of many a property owner. “An assisted sale or quick sale has been the main source of revenue for many estate agents in troubled […]
Co-parenting during the lockdown: Can I see my children?
On 23 March 2020, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a nationwide 21-day lockdown, which was extended by a further two weeks on 9 April 2020. On 30 March 2020, Social Services Minister Lindiwe Zulu issued Directions in terms of Regulation 10(5) of the Regulations made under Section 27(2) of the Disaster Management Act 57 of 2002: […]
Locked down during the pandemic: How to make a Will and get it witnessed
The last few weeks have seen huge changes in the way we live our lives. The demand for wills has surged during the COVID-19 pandemic, which is understandable in the midst of a grave health crisis. As attorneys, we are able to work from home and have access to the necessary technology that enables agile […]
Lockdown – but not in shut-down mode
Good Day valued clients of MDW Incorporated,We are all in lockdown – but not in shut-down mode. WORK FROM HOME We are equipped and ready to proceed with your matters to the best of ability as each and every one of our staff have been set up to be able to work from home or […]
