Attorneys not under ‘attack’

Do estate agents sometimes act as if they want to control the entire property transaction process, including that of the legal practitioner?

Fear of expropriation – FOE?

Earlier this month, the Expropriation Bill was approved by Cabinet and sent to Parliament for adoption. This prompted a revived deluge of negative press, fears of government-approved land grabs and visions of a fast forward to Zimbabwe-style land losses.

Speakers Corner

The phrase ‘subject to the successful sale of’ is often used when an offer to purchase is made. Andrew Walters wonders if including ‘successful conclusion’ would make a difference in court?

Rules for working from home in a housing scheme

​​Many people are finding it more affordable to work from home but if you are living in a residential estate this could present a challenge.

POPI Act and privacy in community housing schemes

Community housing schemes have just a few months left to ensure that their record-keeping systems and those of their managing agents are compliant with the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act, which became effective on 1 July this year with a transition period to ensure complete compliance by 30 June 2021.