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Executive Term Limits in Community Schemes: Legal and Practical Considerations By Professor Graham Paddock

Term limits for executive management – Trustees or Directors in non-profit Homeowners’ Associations (HOAs) and   >> Read more

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The value of the often undervalued directive | Understanding directives and restrictions by Zerlinda van der Merwe

I infrequently attend an annual general meeting (“AGM”) where the members have come prepared to   >> Read more

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Exploring voting disqualifications in Sectional Title Schemes By Jennifer Paddock

Owners of units in sectional title schemes are becoming more and more educated and familiar   >> Read more

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Signed, sealed, but not delivered By Jennifer Paddock

How to serve body corporate meeting notices when registered mail doesn’t work By Jennifer Paddock   >> Read more

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When the gatekeepers turn against you: Why HOA estate managers need a grievance path – By an Estate Manager

For many people, an HOA Estate Manager’s role looks simple from the outside-  ensure compliance,   >> Read more

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Airbnb and Sectional Title Regulations – Grant Smee

Navigating the rules and regulations for short-term letting. With short-term letting and (more specifically) Airbnbs   >> Read more

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Community scheme insurance and AGMs – Mike Addison

Very often, at an annual general meetings (“AGM”), important insurance aspects are overlooked. This article   >> Read more

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The Transfer Process in a Nutshell – Taylor & Finlay Attorneys

“Don’t wait to buy real estate. Buy real estate and wait.” (Will Rogers) Spring is   >> Read more

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How to be an effective Trustee? Nicole Nel

Who makes the ideal Trustee? We are often asked, “Who would make the best Trustees   >> Read more

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Why Under-Budgeting Now Will Cost You Later By Jennifer Paddock

As we lead up to the end of September, the end of the financial year   >> Read more

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