A Costly Case of Buyer’s Remorse

A Costly Case of Buyer’s Remorse

Oct 26, 2023 | Property

“Caveat subscriptor” – old legal maxim meaning “Let the signer beware!’ A recent High Court decision once again highlights the dangers of signing anything without reading, understanding and fully considering it. A “Renovator’s Dream” and a case of buyer’s remorse A...
Buying a Used Car – Your Rights

Buying a Used Car – Your Rights

Oct 26, 2023 | Consumer Law

“The buyer needs a hundred eyes, the seller but one” (Old proverb) You buy a “pre-loved” vehicle which turns out to be a complete dud. You go back to the dealership which says “sorry, you bought it as is, not our problem”. What are your rights? Buying from a private...
Selling Your House to a Non-Resident

Selling Your House to a Non-Resident

Oct 26, 2023 | Property

“Oh, I’m an alien, I’m a legal alien” (Sting’s ‘Englishman in New York’) South Africa is attractive to overseas property buyers with our world-class lifestyle, depreciated Rand, strong property registration and legal systems, and minimal restrictions...
How Does the New Divorce Act Ruling Affect You?

How Does the New Divorce Act Ruling Affect You?

Oct 26, 2023 | Family Law

Media reports of the recent Constitutional Court decision holding a section of the Divorce Act unconstitutional and giving Parliament 24 months to remedy that haven’t always been clear about who needs to be aware of this, and who doesn’t. Firstly, understand the three...

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