Legal Property News
Speed Cameras, Courier Fines and Your HOA: What the Law Says Inside South Africa’s Security Estates
17 Nov 2025
The debate around estate fines has resurfaced after Midstream Estate in Midrand’s residents raised concerns over newly installed speed-enforcement cameras and penalties of up to R4,000 — even when the speeding driver was a courier delivering a parcel.
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What happens to your property if you die without a will?
01 Oct 2025
When you pass away without a Will in place, your estate doesn’t simply dissolve — it is managed under the Intestate Succession Act, a framework that dictates who inherits, and how.
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How to handle boundary disputes between neighbours
30 Sep 2025
Boundary disputes between South African homeowners are more common than you might think. They often start with something small, an overhanging tree, a new wall, or shrubs that creep across the property line, but if left unresolved, they can become stressful and costly. The good news is that most disputes can be prevented or resolved with the right information, communication, and legal guidance.
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What home sellers need to know about Mandatory Property Disclosure
25 Sep 2025
Selling one’s home is not a simple matter of putting it on the market and accepting the best offer – there are a multitude of factors to consider and decisions to be made, and the to-do list now includes the Mandatory Property Disclosure Form, which is a legal requirement for all property sales. In fact, without it, an estate agent is not permitted to list or market your home.
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