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Understanding Tenant Rights to Property Possession

04 April 2024,  Hesri Eloff

It often happens that a tenant, for whatever reason, refuses, neglects or is unable to pay rent and falls into... arrears. A landlord, frustrated with the tenant and the legal eviction process, may be tempted to find ways to get rid of the tenant. Cutting off water and electricity, changing locks, and using intimidation tactics are just some of the examples being used by landlords to dispossess a tenant. 

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Understanding Your Rights: Breach and Penalty Clauses in Property Agreements

06 March 2024,  Meerushini Govender

When buying immovable property, the offer to purchase serves as an agreement between buyer and seller. Within this document, certain... clauses demand meticulous attention from both parties. These clauses outline the rights, obligations, and procedures that govern the transaction. Understanding these key provisions is essential for ensuring that the interests of both the buyer and seller are protected and that the purchase process proceeds smoothly and transparently.

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Are You Using Your Residential Property for an Unauthorised or Illegal Purpose?

29 January 2024,  Victoria Matthews

Residential homeowners must be aware of the judgment handed down by the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) in the case... of the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality v Zibi (234/2020) [2021] ZASCA 97 (9 July 2021). The outcome of this case carries significant implications for residential homeowners who utilise their homes for commercial purposes without the necessary authorisation from the municipality.

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What Implications Does a Lien Have on Eviction Proceedings: Part 1.

03 October 2023,  Marilie Beukes

In conflicts between property owners and tenants seeking compensation for property improvements before leaving, eviction proceedings are possible, but success... depends on location and lease terms.

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Should Sellers Provide Approved Building Plans When Selling Property?

04 September 2023,  Meerushini Govender

The simple answer is no. However, the National Building Regulations and Building Standards Act mandates that local authorities approve building... plans for the construction, alteration, or conversion of a building. Consequently, if approved plans are absent, the property owner would be committing a statutory offence.

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Intending on buying a state-funded house? Here’s what you need to know

03 August 2023,  Sinazo Mau-Mau

The Constitution of South Africa enshrines the right of everyone to have access to adequate housing. This places a mandatory... duty on the state to achieve this right for all South Africans through its available resources. The government introduced the Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP) as its social housing programme to provide low-income families with sustainable housing. Despite the substantial commitment by the government, there have been cases of illegal sales and fraudulent activities related to state-funded houses. The purpose of this article is to establish whether state-funded houses may be sold.

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