by VDT Attorneys | Mar 4, 2026 | Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality Valuation Roll, Property sale, Property transactions, Property transfers, The value of your property
These municipal valuations are used to calculate the rates payable on your property. Accordingly, if your property is overvalued, you will pay higher rates than necessary. Similarly, if your property is undervalued, you will pay rates based on that lower valuation....
by VDT Attorneys | Jan 16, 2026 | Eviction, Joint Ownership, Property shared ownership, Property transactions
Joint ownership is a relatively common phenomenon in South Africa, with couples, friends or even business colleagues choosing to buy property together on a shared basis. What is not always anticipated is how to deal with this jointly owned property when things start...
by VDT Attorneys | Nov 18, 2025 | Compliance Obligations, Conveyancing Transactions, Mandatory EPC Requirements, Property transactions
But what exactly does obtaining an EPC entail, and who will be responsible for ensuring compliance? Let us delve into the basics requirements without overwhelming you with technical jargon. An EPC is essentially a document that quantifies how much energy your building...
by VDT Attorneys | Nov 10, 2025 | Buying property, Commercial Footprint, Comprehensive Will, Deceased Estate, Estate Planning, Fiduciary, Marriage Act, Property transactions, Wills and estates
Chapter One of Your Legal Legacy: Planning Your Future Together? Our experienced team at VDT Attorneys can provide expert legal support to guide you through every step: ● Understanding your marital regime options: We’ll help you explore what best suits your unique...
by VDT Attorneys | Aug 20, 2025 | Buying property, Property offer to purchase, Property offer to purchase\, Property transactions, Selling Property
Once the contract has lapsed, the contract cannot be revived or amended through a subsequent addendum. Any attempt to do so would be legally ineffective. Property practitioners and the parties to the contract should accordingly pay close attention to the time frames...
