As the year draws to a close, most people shift focus to wrapping up work, planning holidays, and spending time with family. But before switching off completely, it’s worth taking a moment to check in on one area that quietly impacts every part of life – your legal affairs. At Mc Naught & Co, we […]
In South Africa, a Notary Public is a specially qualified attorney appointed by the High Court to perform certain legal and formal functions requiring a high level of trust and authenticity. Unlike ordinary attorneys, notaries have the exclusive authority to prepare and certify specific legal documents for use both within South Africa and internationally. Both […]
In South Africa, property ownership generally falls into two main categories: freehold and sectional title, with exclusive use areas forming a special component of sectional title schemes. Understanding the differences between these forms of ownership is important for anyone buying or managing property. Freehold ownership (also called “full title”) means that the owner has complete […]
Your property has been sold and you eager to sign the Transfer documents, it is 2020 the year of plenty and all of a sudden it dawns on you that you cannot remember where you have left your Title Deeds. Through diligent search they cannot be located, what do you do now?
Who gets what? is the question that we get asked most when sitting down with clients to negotiate and finalise divorce settlement agreements.
Whilst an uncontested divorce where the parties are able to agree on the proprietary consequences (division of assets) gives room to cater to what best suits each couple in their circumstances, the law determines the basic rights and entitlement of each party as regards assets and liabilities in the case of divorce should no settlement be reached.
Whether you are a parent considering donating your property to your child, or an elderly person wanting to donate your property to your spouse or to a trust to avoid estate duty tax, it is important to be aware that donations attract donations tax.
The maxim “Communio Mater Rixarim Est” – is a latin phrase in law which means communal ownership is the mother of all disputes. Needless to say, many co-owners can agree with this.
Media recently covered DA’s, Dr. Roy Jankielsohn victory against members of the ANC YOUTH league over racial slurs, the 29-page judgment was handed down on the 11th November 2019, and Jankielsohn was awarded R300 000.00 in damages.
Altering your home with an extension is a real opportunity to create the space you have always wanted, and it further adds value to your property.
