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20/12/2025

02/11/2025

Many Offers to Purchase include a clause like “subject to a satisfactory building inspection.”

It sounds fair, but legally, it’s a minefield.

Without clear parameters, buyers can walk away for almost any reason, and sellers are left exposed.

The result? A clause so vague it can even make the contract unenforceable.

In our latest article, we unpack:

• Why “satisfactory” isn’t a safe word in contracts
• What to include instead (timeframes, cost thresholds, definitions)
• How to balance buyer protection with seller certainty

If you’re an agent, buyer, or seller, this one’s worth a read:

👉 Read the full article here: https://www.vdm.law/articles/entryid/312/why-the-subject-to-building-inspection-clause-in-an-offer-to-purchase-often-fails

Ann-Suhet and her team can assist in drafting legally sound and enforceable Offers to Purchase that protects all parties, and minimises disputes at registration stage.

01/11/2025

South African red meat producers, farmers and abattoirs are challenging industry bodies to account for funds meant to curb the spread of foot-and-mouth disea...

17/10/2025

At VDM Attorneys, the future looks brighter every day, filled with boundless opportunities for growth and success.

I'm delighted to announce that I have joined as an author for the LexisNexis Practical Guidance: Real Estate, Land and Conveyancing Practice Area - specifically contributing to the Sectional Titles, Share Block, Time Sharing, and Fractional Ownership modules.

This incredible platform delivers practical, insightful legal knowledge to professionals across South Africa. Visit LexisNexis
today - it’s an invaluable resource for every legal mind. Cor van DeventerAnn-Suhet Kamffer Marx

08/10/2025

🚨 MISSING PERSON – URGENT 🚨
AVE IS STILL MISSING

She has been missing since Monday, 6 October, last seen after taking an Uber from Waterfall to the Alberton area.

If anyone has seen her or has any information, please contact immediately:
📞 Johlene (Mom): 079 461 4730
📞 Dad: 071 717 5550
📞 OR report to ANY POLICE STATION

💔 The first 48 hours are critical — please help us find her and bring her home safely.
Please share this post widely — every minute counts. 🙏

07/10/2025

My daughter is missing. It's urgent - please share

26/09/2025

26/09/2025

Discover why Randpark is one of Johannesburg’s most sought-after suburbs.Rob from Rob & Robyn – Just Property shares his insider knowledge on what makes this...

26/09/2025

26/09/2025

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