“All you need is love… and a good lawyer.” (Anonymous) February, with its Valentine’s Day chocolates, roses and declarations of undying love, should be a month for romance, not legal
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Building a Future on Love, Clarity and SecurityBuilding a Future on Love, Clarity and Security
Planning a Wedding? Add This to Your To-Do List. When planning a proposal or wedding, most couples focus on venues, guest lists, flowers and photographs. It’s a joyful season filled
How to Fund Your Divorce if Your Spouse Can Outlitigate YouHow to Fund Your Divorce if Your Spouse Can Outlitigate You
“For what is wedlock forced but a hell, An age of discord and continual strife?” (William Shakespeare in Henry VI Part I) This article is a balm for anyone unfortunate
Electronic Wills Aren’t Valid: Stick to Pen and PaperElectronic Wills Aren’t Valid: Stick to Pen and Paper
“Let’s choose executors and talk of wills.” (William Shakespeare in Richard II) You may have read one of the many online articles about an electronic will being validated recently by
Property Sales and Side Deals: Verbal Agreements Don’t Cut it!Property Sales and Side Deals: Verbal Agreements Don’t Cut it!
“With a verbal agreement you have nothing but air.” (Author and entrepreneur Robert Ringer) … 2026 opens with positive signals for our property market after last year’s encouraging GDP forecasts,
What’s the Normal Retirement Age? It’s Complicated, as The Plumber’s Tale ProvesWhat’s the Normal Retirement Age? It’s Complicated, as The Plumber’s Tale Proves
“When cognitive capacities are the focus, the 70s are the new 50s.” (IMF) Fake news articles suggesting that South Africa was implementing a new standard retirement age policy, supposedly from
BFFs no More: The Verbal Agreement That Cost R1 MillionBFFs no More: The Verbal Agreement That Cost R1 Million
“My word is my bond.” (Once the motto of 16th-century merchants, adopted by ’90s hip-hop artists, and now tossed around by duelling politicians)Many people are unaware that there are just
When Does a Property Defect Justify Cancellation? A Costly Case of Buyer’s RemorseWhen Does a Property Defect Justify Cancellation? A Costly Case of Buyer’s Remorse
“Look before you leap.” (Wise old proverb) Imagine sealing the deal on your dream property, only to wake up at 3 a.m. beset by sudden doubts. Thoughts like “Can we
Employers and Employees Take Note: New Earnings Threshold from 1 April 2025Employers and Employees Take Note: New Earnings Threshold from 1 April 2025
From 1 April 2025, the earnings threshold under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) will increase, impacting not only the BCEA but also employee protections under the Labour Relations
Why You Should Check That Your Estate Agent is Registered With the PPRAWhy You Should Check That Your Estate Agent is Registered With the PPRA
Why You Should Check That Your Estate Agent is Registered With the PPRA “All that glisters is not gold” (William Shakespeare in Merchant of Venice) Buying or selling a home
