Estate Planning: The Ambush Tax Lurking in the Wings

Estate Planning: The Ambush Tax Lurking in the Wings

Estate Planning: The Ambush Tax Lurking in the WingsKVV Inc Attorneys
Published on: 19/06/2026

Capital gains tax can significantly impact an estate on death due to deemed disposal rules. Learn how CGT is calculated, key exclusions and why estate planning is essential to protect inheritances.

Wills and Estate Planning
Married Out of Community of Property? You May Still Be Entitled to a Share

Married Out of Community of Property? You May Still Be Entitled to a Share

Married Out of Community of Property? You May Still Be Entitled to a ShareKVV Inc Attorneys
Published on: 19/06/2026

A court awarded 40% of an estate despite an antenuptial contract excluding accrual, confirming that contribution during marriage can justify redistribution under section 7(3) of the Divorce Act.

Family Law
Legal Speak Made Easy

Legal Speak Made Easy

Legal Speak Made EasyKVV Inc Attorneys
Published on: 19/06/2026

Aedilitian remedies originate in Roman law and give buyers options when latent defects are discovered: cancel the sale for a refund or claim a reduction in price under actio redhibitoria or actio quanti minoris.

Property LawProperty Defects
Your Property Purchase Collapses: Can You Get Your Deposit Back?

Your Property Purchase Collapses: Can You Get Your Deposit Back?

Your Property Purchase Collapses: Can You Get Your Deposit Back?KVV Inc Attorneys
Published on: 19/06/2026

A failed R17.25 million property sale raised key issues around deposit forfeiture, bank guarantees, penalty clauses, and cancellation rights under South African contract law and the Conventional Penalties Act.

Property Law
Dodgy Deck: When a Property Defect is Your Problem, Not the Seller's

Dodgy Deck: When a Property Defect is Your Problem, Not the Seller's

Dodgy Deck: When a Property Defect is Your Problem, Not the Seller'sKVV Inc Attorneys
Published on: 19/06/2026

A collapsed deck led to a 12-year legal battle over latent defects, voetstoots clauses, and estate agent liability. Learn why buyers must investigate before signing and how courts assess property disputes.

Property Law
The Death of Spam, the Rise of Trust: Why the New Marketing Rules Are a Win for Agents, Buyers, and Sellers Alike

The Death of Spam, the Rise of Trust: Why the New Marketing Rules Are a Win for Agents, Buyers, and Sellers Alike

The Death of Spam, the Rise of Trust: Why the New Marketing Rules Are a Win for Agents, Buyers, and Sellers AlikeKVV Inc Attorneys
Published on: 19/06/2026

How the new Consumer Protection Act regulations are reshaping property marketing, driving estate agents toward inbound marketing, AI-powered lead generation, stronger community relationships and sustainable growth.

KVV NewsConveyancer

KVV Inc. Attorneys: Celebrating 10 Years of Excellence in Property Law and Conveyancing.

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KVV Inc. Attorneys: Celebrating 10 Years of Excellence in Property Law and Conveyancing.

Fostering Partnerships,

Driving Results.

© KVV Inc. Attorneys 2026.

All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | POPIA