November 16, 2017

KEY ELEMENTS AND CHANGES INTRODUCED BY THE FINANCIAL INTELLIGENCE CENTRE AMENDMENT ACT 1 OF 2017 (FICAA)

The Financial Intelligence Centre Act 38 of 2001 (FICA) dates back to 2001. FICAA was signed by the President on 24 April 2017 and gazetted on 2 May 2017. The […]
November 16, 2017

SHOP CLOSED: HOW TO DEREGISTER A COMPANY OR CC

When the time has come to close shop, a company or close corporation may be deregistered upon request from the company or close corporation or any other third party, but […]
November 16, 2017

SHOULD I PLAN MY ESTATE AS A YOUNG ADULT?

It is very important for you to plan your estate, which could include a living will, a last will and a living trust. This can help families prepare for difficult […]
November 16, 2017

WHAT ARE PARENTAL RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES?

The rights and responsibilities of a parent are set out in the Children’s Act 38 of 2005 (the “Children’s Act”) and can be defined as a complex set of rights, duties […]
October 6, 2017

ANTENUPTIAL CONTRACTS: CAN I GET ONE AFTER MARRIAGE?

Couples who are interested in an antenuptial contract often make the decision to get one before they are married. That is the ideal scenario. However, some couples may have already […]
October 6, 2017

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN A SALE OF IMMOVABLE PROPERTY?

When immovable property is sold, all permanent improvements and permanent fixtures are included in the sale and must be delivered to the purchaser with the land. However disputes may easily […]
October 6, 2017

NEW REQUIREMENTS TO RE-INSTATE A COMPANY OR CLOSE CORPORATION

A company or close corporation may be deregistered upon request from the company or close corporation or any other third party. A company or close corporation may also be re-instated. […]
October 6, 2017

A FAMILY MEMBER DIED WITHOUT A WILL

When you die without a will, the Intestate Succession Act and Administration of Deceased Estates Act determine the process which must be followed to wind-up your estate. Appointment of Executor […]
September 6, 2017

HOW DO I CANCEL A LEASE?

What happens when a landlord or a tenant wants to cancel a lease? What rules and what legislation apply? What protection does the law provide? If you want to end […]
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