COULD AIRBNB’S BECOME A THING OF THE PAST IN SOUTH AFRICA?

INTRODUCTION Why is the South African tourism industry up in arms about the latest craze to hit our shores since Uber? Well this article, seeks to explore and answer this   question. Hospitality groups are placing pressure on government to implement laws legislating Airbnbs’ and enforce stricter rules on persons involved in running Airbnbs’. This has
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Fines and Penalties in Community Schemes

Introduction This article deals with the legal issue of what fines and penalties are in relation to community schemes (such as a sectional title schemes, share blocks and homeowner’s associations, also known as private estates (“Estates”)). We look at the relevant laws governing the topic and explain the implications thereof. What are Fines and Penalties?
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Issues to Consider when Buying into a Sectional Title Scheme

Introduction This article will look at issues that any buyer in a Sectional Title Scheme should consider before purchasing. Once you have signed your sale contract, you might find yourself unhappy with the decision to purchase on the terms contained therein if you were not aware of these issues. In discussing this topic, we will
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LEGAL ISSUES RELATED TO SOLAR PANELS/GEYSERS IN SECTIONAL TITLE SCHEMES

Introduction An article released by The Citizen on the 3rd of April 2019 shows the enormity of the magnitude of the problem we face in South Africa at present.  According to The Citizen, Eskom is struggling with debt of R420 billion, with very little end in sight, and while government has attempted to alleviate some
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