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From courtroom battles to common ground: Mediation and divorce

01 July 2025

Mediation in divorce is often mistaken for couples therapy, but it’s an alternative form of dispute resolution — helping separating... partners work through the terms of their divorce with the help of an independent third party.

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Selling your property? Watch out for lurking capital gains tax

01 July 2025

Before you count your profit, watch out for what’s quietly lurking beneath — capital gains tax. Here’s what every homeowner,... investor, and trustee should know before signing on the dotted line…

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From courtroom battles to common ground: Mediation and divorce

01 July 2025

Mediation in divorce is often mistaken for couples therapy, but it’s an alternative form of dispute resolution — helping separating... partners work through the terms of their divorce with the help of an independent third party.

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Selling your property? Watch out for lurking capital gains tax

01 July 2025

Before you count your profit, watch out for what’s quietly lurking beneath — capital gains tax. Here’s what every homeowner,... investor, and trustee should know before signing on the dotted line…

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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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Many benefits for a 51% black owned company

08 August 2018

My start-up business has been growing rapidly and I’m considering bringing a partner on board to invest and help take... the business to the next level. I’m keenly aware of the importance of transformation and have identified a potential BEE partner who is prepared to take up a 51% stake in my business. That said, a new partner is a big decision and I just want to make sure there is sufficient strategic benefit in doing so?

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New Preferential Procurement Regulations see the light

08 March 2017

My business is quite reliant on government tenders. I understand that new procurement regulations will soon be published which will... impact on government tender processes. How concerned should I be?

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Must I procure from my Supplier Development beneficiary?

10 February 2017

About four years ago my company entered into an enterprise development agreement with a new BEE company starting up in... our sector as part of our commitment towards BEE and enterprise development. In terms of our agreement, we provide them with support and even financial assistance and have helped them find their feet in our industry. Although we work closely with them, we don’t procure anything from them. Will this initiative be recognised under the revised Enterprise and Supplier Development element of the Amended BEE Codes?

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Reaping the benefits of empowering your employees

09 November 2016

I am the owner of a construction business. In our industry skills development is very important and I invest where... possible in training my staff. I understand that if I allow my staff to take up learnerships through my company there are certain tax benefits that I can use to help cover the costs of the learnerships. Is this correct?

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Take note of the New Construction BEE Codes

09 November 2016

I own a construction company which is heavily reliant on state tenders. I understand that new construction BEE codes are... coming soon. I am worried about these new codes as the old construction codes had many provisions that my company found difficult to comply with. Will this be the case again? What should I be on the look-out for?

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From courtroom battles to common ground: Mediation and divorce

01 July 2025

Mediation in divorce is often mistaken for couples therapy, but it’s an alternative form of dispute resolution — helping separating... partners work through the terms of their divorce with the help of an independent third party.

READ MORE
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Article

Selling your property? Watch out for lurking capital gains tax

01 July 2025

Before you count your profit, watch out for what’s quietly lurking beneath — capital gains tax. Here’s what every homeowner,... investor, and trustee should know before signing on the dotted line…

READ MORE
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Owing SARS money? Here’s what you need to do

30 June 2025

Owe SARS more than you can pay? You might be able to negotiate your way out of it—legally. Learn how... a compromise could offer a second chance.

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M&A in SA: Why everyone’s talking about earn-outs

30 June 2025

In South African private mergers and acquisitions (M&A), earn-outs are increasingly used as a tool to bridge valuation gaps and... align the interests of buyers and sellers.

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Think before you post: Your job might depend on it

30 June 2025

Think your personal social media is off-limits to your employer? Think again. This article reveals how online posts can lead... to real-world workplace consequences.

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Can a minor inherit a house or farm?

03 June 2025

Parents and other family members often bequeath immovable property to their children or grandchildren. But what is the position when... the testator dies and the person standing to inherit is still a minor? Can they inherit? In this article, we look at how this position is dealt with in our law.

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“Running” into trouble: pedestrian rights matter

03 June 2025

Think you're safe sprinting through a public race? A recent court ruling says otherwise. Find out how one runner's collision... turned into a costly legal lesson—and what it means for every athlete on public routes.

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Bypassing the National Credit Act may come back to bite you

02 June 2025

Think you can sidestep credit laws with ‘friendly’ loans or sneaky deals? Think again. Discover why trying to outsmart the... National Credit Act could lead to costly surprises you never saw coming.

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Cybercrime on the rise in property transactions

02 June 2025

As property transactions increasingly rely on electronic communication, buyers and sellers are becoming prime targets for cybercriminals. This article outlines... simple, effective steps to help protect against digital threats during the buying and selling process.

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Competition Commission guidelines on internal restructuring

30 May 2025

Thinking of reshuffling your company’s structure? The Competition Commission has just released clear guidelines on when internal changes could count... as mergers, and when you need to notify them. Don’t get caught off guard; find out what the new rules mean for your business.

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From courtroom battles to common ground: Mediation and divorce

01 July 2025
Mediation in divorce is often mistaken for couples therapy, but it’s an alternative form of dispute resolution — helping separating... partners work through the terms of their divorce with the help of an independent third party.
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