Diana Vorster Inc

02/09/2026

Secretary's Day is a reminder that some of the most important contributions in any professional practice are often the quietest ones. It is the reassuring voice on the phone, the attention to detail that keeps matters moving and the calm presence that clients come to rely on.

At Diana Vorster Inc., Secretary's Day is an opportunity to recognise our conveyancing paralegals, Uschke and Linda. Diana often refers to them as her right hand and left hand, a reflection of the trust she places in them and the invaluable role they play in serving our clients with professionalism, care and dedication.

Happy Secretary's Day, Uschke and Linda. 🌷Thank you for everything you do.

26/08/2026

Some of the most important work we do is the work our clients never see. Every document is checked. Every detail is verified. Every signature, date and supporting document has the potential to affect a property transfer.

Meticulousness isn't about perfectionism. It's about protecting our clients, reducing unnecessary delays and ensuring that every matter receives the attention it deserves.

It's why we're unapologetically meticulous.

Diana Vorster Inc. is a bespoke conveyancing law firm located in the heart of Gqeberha with a national reach, where property transfers are handled carefully and with a clear sense of order.

18/08/2026

Correcting the Record | "We got married while living overseas, so we know how we're married."

For many years, the law generally looked to the husband's country of domicile to determine how a couple married overseas was regarded in South Africa. A recent court judgment has changed that position.

If you're selling property, don't assume the legal status of your marriage is what you've always believed it to be. Whether you're married in or out of community of
property can affect who needs to sign transfer documents and whether a property can be sold.

If you were married outside South Africa, it's worth checking before your property goes on the market. A short conversation with us now can prevent delays later.

13/08/2026

Before You Sign | Buying a Property You Haven't Seen

Buying a property without viewing it in person is becoming increasingly common. Virtual tours, photographs and online listings have changed the way many people buy property.

Before you sign an Offer to Purchase, however, take a moment to consider the voetstoots clause. This clause generally records that the buyer accepts the property in its existing condition, having had the opportunity to inspect it before signing.

Where a buyer has not viewed the property, additional clauses are needed to protect both buyer and the seller. Without those provisions, the application of the voetstoots clause can become legally uncertain and may give rise to disputes later.

If you're considering buying or selling a property sight unseen, we'd be happy to help ensure your Offer to Purchase properly protects your interests.

09/08/2026

This Women's Day, we celebrate the women whose professionalism, integrity and quiet determination make a difference every day, both within our firm and throughout our community.

Their work is not defined by recognition, but by the care they bring to every interaction, every challenge and every opportunity to make a positive difference.

Happy Women's Day to the remarkable women we work alongside, serve and learn from.

29/07/2026

! Conveyancing in the Bay News !
One of the most common causes of transfer delays relates to obtaining municipal rates clearance certificates for accounts that are billed on estimated consumption. Estimated billing typically occurs where meters are not accessible for municipal readings.

When a property is sold, those estimates must be reconciled against actual usage before clearance figures can be issued, and that reconciliation process can substantially delay registration.

We advise property owners to ensure their meters are accessible, or to submit readings via the municipal app (NMBM Mobile Application on the Google Play Store or Apple App Store) or the NMBM E-Services Portal within five days of receiving their monthly SMS reminder.

Accurate and timely readings reduce the risk of unexpected adjustments during a transfer.

18/07/2026

🌷Mandela Day 2026
Diana Vorster Inc. dedicated 67 minutes to service in recognition of Mandela Day.

The team spent time at the Zanethemba Charity Foundation, delivering groceries, baking cupcakes and decorating them with the children. We believe meaningful action begins with consistent, deliberate effort.

We encourage other businesses in the Bay to consider supporting Zanethemba or to explore ways to contribute within their own communities. For more information about the foundation and its work, visit https://www.zanethemba.org/.

67 minutes is a reminder that meaningful impact and lasting change often begin with simple action.

15/07/2026

It’s Not a Stupid Question: “How much will I actually receive from the sale?”

It is entirely reasonable to want to know what the net proceeds of your sale will be.
Once the transfer documentation has been signed and the relevant figures are available, the expected proceeds can be calculated. This includes bond settlement amounts, rates and levy clearances, commission and transfer costs.

Clarity removes uncertainty. Asking the question is part of the process.

07/07/2026

CORRECTING THE RECORD: “A transfer takes three months.”

There is no fixed timeline for a property transfer.

The idea of “three months” is an old rule of thumb, based on a month for finance, a month for attorneys and a month for the Deeds Office. In practice, bond approval can often be secured within days, and once lodged, registration at the King William’s Town Deeds Office typically takes five to seven working days.

The greater variable lies in the preparation phase. Lost title deeds, municipal clearance delays where estimated charges must be reconciled against actual consumption before clearance figures can be issued, or interdicts that require resolution can extend the process.

Each transfer progresses according to the facts involved.

Here at Diana Vorster Inc. the well being and success of our interaction with our client is our priority. We aim to provide highly professional legal services in Port Elizabeth.

11/06/2026

🪻 Office Closure – 15 June 2026 🪻

Diana Vorster Inc. will be closed on Monday, 15 June 2026.

We will reopen on Wednesday, 17 June 2026. If any timing is sensitive, please reach out in advance so that arrangements can be made accordingly. Should anything require urgent attention, Diana can be reached on 082 829 3547.

For many of us the week moves quickly and carries responsibility, and we hope Tuesday provides space to breathe.