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The Maintenance of Surviving Spouses Act 27 of 1990 permits surviving spouses to seek maintenance from the deceased spouse’s estate upon the

Navigating the world of lease agreements can be complex and fraught with potential pitfalls. In South Africa, these agreements are an essential

Preparing for marriage in South Africa involves several critical decisions, one of which is the antenuptial agreement (AN). This legal document is

The Western Cape High Court recently examined whether a person had the intent to revoke their existing will. The deceased, hospitalised with

In South Africa, the process of cancelling a mortgage bond is commonly necessitated when a property is sold or the bond is

The default marriage regime has some complicated tax consequences. When couples are caught up in wedding and honeymoon planning, visiting their attorney

As interest rates continue to rise, many homeowners find themselves contemplating the idea of fixing their home loan interest rates. Initially, when

The Constitution of South Africa enshrines the right of everyone to have access to adequate housing. This places a mandatory duty on

Estate planning is a critical part of financial planning, yet it often gets overlooked. This process involves drafting a will, assigning assets

How you can protect your assets from predators – including SARS Trusts have received a lot of bad press over the past

Understanding the real estate market is crucial when buying or selling a property. The market’s current favour, whether for buyers or sellers,

A marital regime determines how parties’ assets will be managed and divided during their marriage and in the event of divorce or