http://www.bowman.co.za/RealEstateAndConveyancing/Index.asp Real Estate & Conveyancing RSS Feed from Bowman Gilfillan - A leading Corporate and Commercial South African law firm with professional lawyers en-US Copyright 2010 Bowman Gilfillan Inc. All Rights Reserved. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 06:00:00 GMT Real Estate & Conveyancing Law http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417474 Visitors to South Africa may find a property they wish to make their new or second home, or to buy property for rental or investment purposes. Bowman Gilfillan Inc has the expertise to assist in negotiating a contract to protect the interests of a buyer or seller. We can supervise or attend the process of registration of transfer of ownership of immovable property and advise purchasers on the security of title. Our international reputation and local market knowledge establishes confidence in our expertise. Mon, 07 Jun 2010 08:00:00 GMT http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417474 http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417460 Prudent property buyers are aware of how critical it is to inspect the property carefully by running the taps, flushing the loo, turning on the lights, and checking for signs of damp, leaks and recent repairs. Fri, 09 Apr 2010 08:00:00 GMT http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417460 http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417457 The idea of buying property off-plan is sensational, since the potential to have considerable input into the internal layout and finishing of your dream home is exciting. Fri, 09 Apr 2010 08:00:00 GMT http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417457 http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417427 New electrical installation regulations leave much to be desired. Indeed, they are slightly clearer than their vague predecessors. Thu, 13 Aug 2009 08:00:00 GMT http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417427 http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417416 There's now a new reason to be sporting green and gold in South Africa. With the launch of the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA) in September 2008, South Africa became the 13th member of the World Green Building Council. Tue, 11 Aug 2009 08:00:00 GMT http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417416 http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417332 The South African real estate market is no longer booming. In the wake of higher interest rates, many owners, especially those who bought second and more properties to let, are experiencing difficulty maintaining their bond instalments. Wed, 22 Oct 2008 08:00:00 GMT http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417332 http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417306 If you own a unit in a sectional title scheme and you want more space, it is possible to extend the floor area or boundaries of your section provided you comply with the formalities set out in the Sectional Titles Act of 1986. Tue, 08 Jul 2008 08:00:00 GMT http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417306 http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417301 Every member of a body corporate, but most especially its trustees, must ensure that they are familiar with the provisions of the Sectional Titles Act 95 of 1986 and the management rules which regulate the affairs of the body corporate. Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:00:00 GMT http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417301 http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417272 Public comment on the national government's recently-drafted Land Expropriation Bill is likely to spark lively debate, much of it heated and emotive. Mon, 07 Apr 2008 08:00:00 GMT http://www.bowman.co.za/LawArticles/Law-Article.asp?id=2132417272