'Fraud unravels property transactions even where innocent third parties are involved.' (Extract from judgment) Congratulations, you’re the proud new owner of your dream home! Your name’s on the title deeds and your ownership is registered in the Deeds Office. That’s conclusive proof that the house is yours, right? Regrettably, this isn’t always the case… Although registration is usually proof of ownership, there are exceptions. One exception is fraud. And a recent High Court

'Trust me, I’m a lawyer.' (Popular T-shirt slogan) South African property buyers and sellers will have been cheered by news that we are...