South African international law rule known as lex domicilii matrimonii, Unconstitutional
This case is of the utmost importance to Conveyancers and Notaries.
Here is the practical summary of the JUDGMENT IN N P V MINISTER OF...
Transfer of the Developer’s Interest in the Land and Buildings
Introduction
Section 34(3) of the Sectional titles Act 95 of 1986 (the Act) provides for the developer to alienate, in one transaction, his or her...
Leases and the CPA (Consumer Protection Act)
The question of whether residential lease agreements fall within the ambit of the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 (CPA) has long been the...
SARS Regulation Reminder for Individuals
As part of the SARS application process for your property transaction, it is important to ensure that all information submitted is fully compliant with...
Feedback From Meeting with Johannesburg Deeds Registry Management
Feedback following committee meeting with Jhb Deeds Registry management on 7 May 2026.
1. Availability and office hours of examiners to consult with conveyancers:
Examiners are required...
Description of Municipalities in Conveyancing Documents
Deeds RegistryPretoria24 Mav 2001
Registrars Circular No 9/2001 (Reminder)
In terms of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT : MUNICIPAL STRUCTURES ACT NO. 117 OF 1998 three new types of Municipalities...
Feedback on Johannesburg Deeds Office Issues Meeting on 4 June
Herewith feedback following our meeting of 4 June 2026
Execution room functions and moving of furniture: Paulina has undertaken to have discussions with the SCM...
Vesting of Inheritance – Conveyancing Updates
The applicant relied on the unconditional nature of the usufruct and contended that her rights vested and became enforceable immediately upon death (a morte...
Specific certificate validity periods for conveyancing
When selling or buying property in South Africa, compliance certificates serve as a vital component of the legal due diligence process. These documents act...
New Admin Fees for City of Cape Town
Attention - Conveyancing Attorneys
Administration Fee for 2026 / 2027 Financial Year
Please note the new Administration Fee for Revenue Clearance Certificate applications for 2026/2027 have increased...
Electronic Deeds Registration and Recordal Systems Amendment Bill
Purpose
The bill amends the Electronic Deeds Registration and Recordal Systems Act, 2019 to strengthen the legal framework for electronic deeds registration in South Africa...
