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Family dispute over R40m will of deceased Noordhoek man
The family of Grantland Bray contests his R40 million estate, claiming his will promotes unlawful activities and is contrary to public policy.
Family contests R40m will of deceased Noordhoek man
In an extract from the will, Bray made the appointment of the heir to his estate to Pathfinder Bushcraft and Survival Training Camps and any other training offered by the BLC.
Family challenges R40 million will of deceased Noordhoek man
Grantland Bray’s R40 million estate faces legal challenges as his family contests his will, alleging it promotes unlawful activities and is contrary to public policy.
Operation targets affluent areas with R130m unpaid debt
City Power has launched a surprise operation to restrict municipal services at Aspen Hills Nature and Dainfern Golf Estates, targeting R130 million in unpaid bills. The CEO highlights the alarming rate of defaults in affluent areas, urging residents to settle their debts.
Lawfully married vs lovers
The deceased whose estate formed the subject of the application died in Switzerland, where his partner took care of him until the end. She, however, also died shortly afterwards.
High costs preventing the poor from accessing courts
Judge Monene said he could not find anything in the court papers regarding the land dispute to say that it was a vexatious application by the applicants.
Millionaire migration: KZN North Coast booms as families, affluent semigrants snap up new homes
Traditionally seen mainly as holiday destinations, coastal villages along the KwaZulu-Natal North Coast have become sought-after primary residences.
Python from North Coast estate relocated to Babanango Game Reserve
Last week, the Babanango Game Reserve welcomed a new member to the family – an African rock python, which came from Zimbali Estate.
Woman convicted of trespassing, assault at golf estate had unfair trial, say judges
Apart from overturning the verdict against Marlene Van der Westhuizen, the high court also found that she had not had a fair trial and the judges said the trial and its proceedings were vitiated by irregularity.
SA’s community housing schemes must be transformed
Measures to ensure that emerging SMMEs participate in this economy need to be mandatory.
Cats and other issues of complaints not for ombud to determine, court rules
A woman, Dr Natasha Groenewald, among others, wanted the ombud to order the homeowners association of Eagle Canyon Golf Estate to apologise to her for the way they had treated her.
New, affordable senior-living residence in Bryanston offers flexible options
A development in the heart of Bryanston, Monarchs Senior Living, caters for those who are independent and those who require assisted living or full-time care.
5 reasons why moving to a pet-friendly estate is good for you and your family
The development of sustainable estates with a pet-friendly mentality is increasing, which is good for both pets and their owners.
Modern retirement villages: This is what R2m can buy you in KZN
How much would you, as a retiree or future senior citizen, be willing to pay for the luxury of living in one of today’s modern retirement and lifestyle developments?
Would you pay R2m to live like this in your ‘golden years’?
How much would you, as a retiree or future senior citizen, be willing to pay for the luxury of living in one of today’s modern retirement and lifestyle developments?
7 questions to ask yourself before buying into an estate
With so many estate options now available, it is important that prospective buyers consider certain factors to ensure that they make the right investment and lifestyle choice.
LOOK: Soweto will soon be home to 4 top-tier lifestyle estates
A new property project in South Africa’s largest township is part of an investment drive aimed at converting the area surrounding the Orlando Dam and the Orlando Towers into a sought-after growth node.
Living in a secure estate is the dream for many in SA – from youngsters to retirees
The desire for community, security, and space is being seen in the growing demand for secure estate homes.
Dispute between Rand Water, Woodhill homeowner over water pipeline ends in court
Rand Water said it needed to lay an additional water pipe in the upmarket Pretoria east Woodhill Estate and Country Club to service the area, but could not do so as one of the properties in the estate was in the way.
WATCH: Fearful elderly couple forced to sell home after running ‘afowl’ of HOA rules
A Texas couple has put their house up for sale after their homeowners' association sued and threatened to foreclose on their home because they were feeding ducks.
No heading into the sunset
The Sunset Club in Sibaya is the latest venture of restaurateur Andre Schubert, who opened Cafe 1999 and later brought us Market on Durban’s Berea.
Complexities of sectional title complex living prove too much for feuding neighbours
Among other things the neighbours have been fighting over the pruning of roses, driving over a lawn and swatting bees, with disagreements escalating to a degree that the matter ended up in court.
LOOK: Ultra-luxury lifestyle estate Val de Vie to build its own solar power plant
The world-famous estate located in the Cape Winelands is now looking to embolden its path toward sustainability by providing its own power through a new green energy project.
Buying for dummies: Before you purchase a home off-plan, know this. . .
Living in a home untouched by anyone else is an exciting prospect, but there are both pros and cons.