Galbraith-van Reenen Adams Attorneys Inc

27/07/2026

A welcome measure of certainty for homeowners and prospective buyers. While bond repayments remain unchanged, the repo rate hold removes the immediate risk of an increase and provides a more stable environment in which to make informed property decisions.

The Reserve Bank has held rates steady, and that hands you a clearer conversation with every client on your books. We unpack the inflation split that has the property principals disagreeing about where rates head next, so you can speak to it with authority, plus Harcourts' argument that a "boring".....

15/07/2026

The proposed changes to South Africa’s eviction laws could have significant implications for property owners, landlords and anyone involved in the property sector.

While the amendments aim to streamline the eviction process and provide greater procedural certainty, the courts’ obligation to ensure that every eviction is just and equitable remains unchanged.

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Evicting unlawful occupiers could soon become a less complicated process for property owners, with government currently proposing the most significant overhaul of eviction laws in decades.
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19/06/2026

⚠️ SCAM ALERT ‼️

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Phishing scams, vishing calls, and fraudulent messages are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Scammers now impersonate banks, law firms, SARS, and government departments with alarming accuracy … using real names, official-looking emails, and convincing telephone scripts.

Please remember:

🔴 Do not click links in unsolicited messages … even if they appear to come from a trusted source.

🔴 Do not give any personal or financial information to anyone who contacts you unexpectedly.

We ask you to share this with family members especially those who may be less familiar with how these scams work. This is just one example - there are many ways scammers try to get your funds. No one is immune, but awareness is your best defence.

Stay safe.

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A retired schoolteacher from Dowerglen, east of Johannesburg, has been left financially devastated after fraudsters drained more than R1 million from her Nedbank accounts in a sophisticated phishing attack.
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28/05/2026

The South African Reserve Bank has just raised the repo rate by 0.25% … the first increase in 3 years.

Here’s what changes from Friday 29 May 2026:
🔹 Repo rate: 7.00%
🔹 Prime lending rate: 10.50%

What does this mean for your home loan?
Most South African home loans are variable rate, meaning your repayment increases automatically

This is the first rate hike in 3 years. If you bought your home during the recent rate-cutting cycle, this may be the first time your repayment has gone up.

Now is a good time to:
✅ Check your bond statement
✅ Review your monthly budget
✅ Speak to your bank if you’re concerned about affordability

Attorneys

26/05/2026

The semigration tide is turning ... and the data is compelling.
After years of professionals relocating to the Western Cape for lifestyle reasons, a significant reverse trend is now underway. According to Wise Move, relocations from Cape Town back to Gauteng increased by 40% year-on-year in 2025, with Western Cape-to-Gauteng moves up 58.6% overall.
The numbers tell the story: Johannesburg taxpayers earned an average of R480 318 per annum in 2024 — R109 000 more than their Cape Town counterparts (SARS, 2025). Add to that Western Cape rentals running more than R2 400 per month higher than Gauteng, and the financial case for returning becomes hard to ignore.
Critically, those returning aren't downgrading ... 37.78% of households moving from the Western Cape to Gauteng transitioned into larger homes. Areas like Sandton, Midrand, Pretoria, Centurion, and Fourways are seeing the strongest demand.
For anyone considering a property purchase, sale, or transfer as part of this move, understanding the legal and financial landscape is just as important as finding the right home.
📖 Read the full article: https://propertyprofessional.co.za/2026/05/26/the-great-recalculation-why-professionals-are-heading-back-to-gauteng/

The semigration story is shifting. Before, the motivation to relocate may have been primarily a lifestyle change, but the realisation that the cost of living varies across provinces has a major impact on salaries and career prospects. Buyers are now weighing whether they can even afford to move, und...