The Attorney's View - Gordon de beer
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Can You Sell a House in South Africa Without a Lawyer?
Legally, yes. South African law only requires a conveyancing attorney to register the transfer, not a separate property lawyer to review the sale itself.

Property Lawyer vs Conveyancer: What’s the Difference?
Most people assume a property lawyer and a conveyancer perform exactly the same job. They don’t.

Why Property Sales Collapse in Hillcrest & Kloof
I have sat across from enough sellers to know the moment they realise something is wrong. I know the tell-tale signs when property sales collapse. It comes a few weeks

What Sellers Risk by Not Disclosing Properly. The Voetstoots Clause Explained
The Offer to Purchase is not a formality. It is a binding legal contract, and once both parties have signed it. The leverage in the transaction shifts significantly, usually toward
