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In the last two weeks, we have discussed the case of Taljaard v Botha Properties. In our latest blog (link in the first comment), we answer the question, what happens to a PP’s commission when the PP has applied for their FFC but the FFC has not been issued timeously by the PPRA? For more information on our property courses, please visit www.cpmd.co.za. #CPMD #CollegeofPeopleManagementandDevelopment #Property #PropertyCourses #OnlinePropertyCourses #PropertyCoursesSouthAfrica #Blog #PropertyPractitioners #ContractLaw #RealEstateTips #LegalCompliance #FFC #PropertyManagement #FidelityFundCertificate #ProfessionalPractice #RealEstateLaw #KnowYourRights

Did you know? If a Property Practitioner (PP) lacks a valid Fidelity Fund Certificate (FFC), their mandate might still be binding, but they risk losing their right to commission. Protect yourself and your business by ensuring compliance. Learn more in our latest blog by visiting our website. For more information on our property courses, please visit www.cpmd.co.za. #CPMD #CollegeofPeopleManagementandDevelopment #Property #PropertyCourses #OnlinePropertyCourses #PropertyCoursesSouthAfrica #Blog #PropertyPractitioners #ContractLaw #RealEstateTips #LegalCompliance #FFC #PropertyManagement #FidelityFundCertificate #ProfessionalPractice #RealEstateLaw #KnowYourRights

What happens when a Property Practitioner (PP) does not hold a valid FFC, signs a mandate with a client, sells the property and gets paid the commission due? Is the PP entitled to keep the commission? The case of Taljaard v Botha Properties is most interesting in this regard. Learn more in the following blog (link in the first comment). For more information on our property courses, please visit www.cpmd.co.za. #CPMD #CollegeofPeopleManagementandDevelopment #Property #PropertyCourses #OnlinePropertyCourses #PropertyCoursesSouthAfrica #Blog #PropertyPractitioners #ContractLaw #RealEstateTips #LegalCompliance #FFC #PropertyManagement #FidelityFundCertificate #ProfessionalPractice

Looking to transition into the commercial property sector? Whether you're in residential sales or letting, CPMD’s Commercial Property Practice and Commercial & Industrial Brokerage courses will equip you with the tools to excel in commercial real estate. Take this step today by enrolling and set yourself up for a successful 2025. Take control of your career and enrol today! Learn more by visiting the link in the first comment. #CommercialProperty #CareerGrowth #NewSkills #CPMD #CollegeofPeopleManagementandDevelopment

The Importance of Sticking to a Contract – Lessons for Property Practitioners In the 1987 case of Ficksburg Transport v Rautenbach, the court ruled that strict adherence to contract terms is crucial. Ficksburg Transport attempted to renew a lease by delivering a notice to an employee instead of the owner, Mr. Rautenbach. The court found this invalid, as the contract required personal delivery to the owner. Key takeaway: property practitioners must follow contract requirements precisely to avoid legal issues. Ensure compliance, or risk invalidating the agreement. For more insights, read more in the following blog (link in the first comment). For more information on our property courses, please visit www.cpmd.co.za. #CPMD #CollegeofPeopleManagementandDevelopment #Property #PropertyCourses #OnlinePropertyCourses #PropertyCoursesSouthAfrica #Blog #PropertyPractitioners #ContractLaw #RealEstateTips #LegalCompliance #LeaseAgreements #PropertyManagement #RealEstateLaw #ProfessionalPractice #LegalLessons

Property Practitioners: Learn from the Chuma Case In a recent legal case, a property with undisclosed defects resulted in costly consequences for the seller. The court ruled against them, despite the voetstoots clause, due to fraudulent non-disclosure of the property’s dolomitic conditions. What can you, as a Property Practitioner, learn from this? 1. Always disclose all material facts about a property. 2️. Understand your responsibility under the Property Practitioners Act and Regulation 34. 3️ Ensure a mandatory disclosure form is completed for every transaction – it protects YOU and your clients! Read the full blog in the first comment to dive deeper into this important case and its lessons. For more information on our property courses, please visit www.cpmd.co.za. #CPMD #CollegeofPeopleManagementandDevelopment #Property #PropertyCourses #OnlinePropertyCourses #PropertyCoursesSouthAfrica #Blog #RealEstate #PropertyLaw #RealEstate #LegalCases #PropertyPractitioner #RealEstateTips #LegalAdvice #MandatoryDisclosure

In this week's post, we discuss the very interesting case of Daphne Chuma v Bondcor (Pty) Ltd, Werner Serfontein and Standard Bank of South Africa Ltd, where the key takeaway is that, if you're selling property, transparency is crucial, or you could be liable for more than just a refund. Read the full case breakdown in this week’s blog (link in the first comment). For more information on our property courses, please visit www.cpmd.co.za. #CPMD #CollegeofPeopleManagementandDevelopment #Property #PropertyCourses #OnlinePropertyCourses #PropertyCoursesSouthAfrica #Blog #RealEstate #PropertyLaw #VoetstootsClause #RealEstate #LegalCases

Last week we discussed the case of Golden Rewards 120 CC t/a Remax Marine v M3 Holdings (Pty) Ltd, which you are welcome to view the post for more information. In simple terms, Remax Marine introduced a tenant to a landlord, but did not have a signed mandate with agreed commission in place. The landlord then signed a lease with the tenant and refused to pay Remax Marine commission. Learn more in Part 2 of our blog "Will I still get my commission" by visiting the link in the first comment. For more information on our property courses, please visit www.cpmd.co.za. #CPMD #CollegeofPeopleManagementandDevelopment #Property #PropertyCourses #OnlinePropertyCourses #PropertyCoursesSouthAfrica #Blog #RealEstate #SectionalTitle #Commission

What happens if a property practitioner takes a mandate from a client and there is no agreement on the amount of the commission payable in the event of a successful transaction? The answer to this question lies in the matter between Golden Rewards 120 CC t/a Remax Marine v M3 Holdings (Pty) Ltd. Learn more by visiting the link in the first comment to access our blog pertaining to this case. For more information on our property courses, please visit www.cpmd.co.za. #CPMD #CollegeofPeopleManagementandDevelopment #Property #PropertyCourses #OnlinePropertyCourses #PropertyCoursesSouthAfrica #Blog #RealEstate #SectionalTitle #Commission

Continuing the theme of sectional title and community living issues that we have been discussing, in this week’s post, as strange as it seems, an owner in a community scheme, must pay levies due and payable. For more information on this blog, please visit the link in the first comment. For more information on our property courses, please visit www.cpmd.co.za. #CPMD #CollegeofPeopleManagementandDevelopment #Property #PropertyCourses #OnlinePropertyCourses #PropertyCoursesSouthAfrica #Blog #RealEstate #SectionalTitle #Levies