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The when, what and how of estate agent commission

12 October 2021

We’ve put our house in the market and have an estate agent that is helping us sell our property. However,... we have also told our friends that we are selling should anyone know of an interested buyer. But what happens if we get a buyer independent from our estate agent? Must we still pay agent’s commission?

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Can I institute legal action on behalf of my body corporate?

07 June 2019

I live in a sectional title that used to have beautiful common property areas. The last year or two though,... owners have been causing damage to these garden areas and walkways and the body corporate is doing nothing to stop it. Can I take legal action against the owners that are causing the damage or can only the body corporate do something?

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Is BEE compliance a legal requirement for estate agents?

08 August 2018

I run a small estate agency in town. I’ve recently listened to a radio discussion that implied estate agencies will... also have to be BEE compliant and get a BEE certificate. Is this true? I’m a small agency and cannot imagine that BEE compliance would be applicable to my business?

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The pros and cons of co-ownership

12 July 2018

A friend and I are considering buying a house together as an investment property. I’m quite keen but she is... a bit worried about how it will work and if it’s a good idea. Can you give some guidance on what the pros and cons might be of jointly owning the property?

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What It Takes to Bid Farewell to Your Home

30 May 2018

Calculate the financial implications of selling your home

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What safety requirements must my swimming pool comply with?

14 December 2016

I’m contemplating building a small swimming pool in my yard. I’ve heard that you are supposed to have your swimming... pool fenced off. Is that true?

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