I am planning to buy an encumbered fixed property and would like to know how I can ensure it won't be attached by the bank due to possible outstanding mortgage payments. I am ready to negotiate the purchase but, after doing research, I have become … [Read More...]
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Leasing a property: Who is responsible for water and electricity costs?
I would like to know who is responsible for the payment of water and electricity charges during a lease. In addition, could you advise how I can force my former landlord to reimburse my deposit without delay? The lease expired eight days ago and I … [Read More...]
How do I prove that I’m married in community of property?
I live in a house bought by my late husband before we met and I would like to know how I can prove that I am married in community of property. There was no antenuptial contract signed and, in addition, the notary public has been scrapped from the … [Read More...]
Can I sell my house for less than market value?
I own a three-bedroom house and would like to know whether I can sell it for less than market value. I don't want to spend any money on repairs and want to sell the property for about R250 000. The market value of the house, which I purchased … [Read More...]
Selling a property in an estate not yet wound up
I would like to know how to go about selling a property that forms part of my deceased father's estate, which has not been wound up or administered in any way. Although he died some years ago, the property is still registered in his name and is … [Read More...]
Replacing window frames to freehold and sectional title units
I am considering purchasing one of two potential properties in different complexes and I would like to know whether I can replace wooden window frames with lower-maintenance aluminium ones. One unit forms part of a sectional title scheme while the … [Read More...]
Buyer questions changes effected after signing of agreement
I took early occupation of a house, but would like to query a situation where changes were made to a property between the signing of the agreement of sale and me moving in. My question is where does the responsibility lie to remedy such a … [Read More...]
Sectional title complex fails to hold AGMs
I live in a sectional title complex and would like to know what can be done about the trustees and managing agent failing to call annual general meetings? Thank you, AGMs in Absentia See what the experts have to say. … [Read More...]
Disruptive trustees impact running of sectional title complex
I would like to know what can be done about the conduct of two trustees in our sectional title complex who are embroiled in a personal conflict that is negatively impacting administration. One of the trustees has instituted legal steps against the … [Read More...]
