Update Archives | Sectional Title Solutions

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3 January 2025 Community, Legal and Advisory, Update

Sectional title education is crucial for the homeowner community

For most people, their home is their biggest and most important asset. However, unlike other big assets, the sectional title home tends to be the least researched and understood asset prior to purchase.

18 November 2024 Legal and Advisory, Update

Sequestration and judicial discretion

Dura lex, sed lex is a Latin phrase meaning “the law is hard, but it is the law”.[1] This legal maxim captures the principle that law must be applied and enforced, even when the outcome may be harsh or regrettable.[2] In Les Misérables, Victor Hugo explores this theme through characters like Inspector Javert, who embodies the unyielding rigidity of the law in contrast to the compassion often needed in justice.

18 November 2024 Legal and Advisory, Update

It’s just not cricket: cost orders against CSOS and its adjudicators

The 2019 Cricket World Cup Final between England and New Zealand was marked by an umpiring controversy that left a lasting impact on the cricketing world.[1]

23 October 2024 Legal and Advisory, Update

Body corporate legal battle over construction defects

In Swahili, “Asante” means “thank you”, a common and heartfelt way to express gratitude in Swahili-speaking regions. It is appropriate in various contexts, from daily interactions to formal occasions. However, on 20 September 2024, it is unlikely that the Body Corporate of Asante used this expression of gratitude.

29 August 2024 Community, Funding and Treasury, Update

Unlocking new opportunities for clients: A new era in Capital Raising

At BC Funding Solutions (part of the same group as Sectional Title Solutions), we’ve always been committed to supporting community schemes (which include gated estates, sectional title body corporates, and homeowners associations) by providing loans to maintain and enhance their living environments.

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26 July 2023 Community, Update

A community for women to thrive

As Women's Month approaches, we take pride in acknowledging the growing trend of single female property buyers in South Africa. Over the past few years, Lightstone has reported a steady increase in the number of women becoming property owners, with half of all property transfers now being made to female buyers.

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14 February 2023 Legal and Advisory, Update

Good fences make good neighbours - handling domestic violence in a sectional title scheme

Domestic violence has a devastating impact on the lives of victims. However, the ripple effects often extend beyond the home, impacting more lives than that of the victim.

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19 January 2023 Legal and Advisory, Update

Comprehensive commentary on CSOS appeals

In Part 1 of this commentary, we set the scene by laying out what s 57 of the Community Schemes Ombud Service Act 9 of 2011 (“the CSOS Act”) provides in respect of the limited right to appeal against CSOS adjudication orders.

20 August 2022 Community, Update

Creating a buzzzz around our beloved honeybees

STS places high value on making an impact on the world and preserving our natural resources for future generations. Sustainability is not only a major consideration in how we conduct our business processes and choose our partners, but is also factored into our corporate social responsibility initiatives.

5 August 2022 Community, Update

Considering women’s contribution to bodies corporate

In a world that generally runs at a frantic pace, I truly enjoy days of the year set aside to commemorate special people and moments in life, such as the recently celebrated Mandela Day.

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