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Bahrain
Raees + Co
It is of great importance for legislators to enact specific regulations requiring both landlords and tenants to comply to ensure the protection of both parties.
Egypt
Youssry Saleh & Partners
Pursuant to the Egyptian Property Tax Law, the real estate tax is imposed on all constructed properties situated on Egyptian land, excluding those exempted from taxation.
Ghana
Asare Bediako & Co
It is always advisable that one undertakes due diligence before acquiring a land in Ghana. However, notwithstanding the extent of due diligence a person undertakes...
Nigeria
The Trusted Advisors
Tenants have the right to a safe and habitable home, regardless of how much rent they pay. The term "habitable house" refers to a rental that meets basic requirements...
The Trusted Advisors
Most people usually do not want to rent an apartment where the Landlord also resides. This mindset appears to be predicated on the different harrowing brought on by such landlords...
South Africa
Barnard Inc.
Landlords are automatically vested with the right to seize the goods of tenants who have defaulted on rental payments to secure their claim, however, before Landlords may do so...
Barnard Inc.
The High Court in a recent judgment reiterated the importance of lodging thorough and adequate disputes in relation to municipal accounts in instances where the disconnection of services...
Barnard Inc.
Just recently, the Minister introduced a new rule to the game, setting a ripple of anxiety through the private building owners' community.
ENS
In The Special Investigating Unit v Phomella Property Investments Ltd and Another, the Supreme Court of Appeal dismissed with costs an appeal from a judgment of the Gauteng Division...
Barnard Inc.
In the complex world of property law, some tenants have appointed themselves as experts, wreaking havoc for unsuspecting landlords.
United Arab Emirates
Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
Eviction notices in Dubai may now be transferable between owners, with recent cases tested in rental disputes favouring landlords trying to offload properties with sitting tenants.
Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
Renting a property is a common arrangement in Dubai, with many residents and businesses leasing real estate for various purposes.
Hamdan AlShamsi Lawyers & Legal Consultants
In this article, we will begin discussing the rental law within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, focusing on the reasons and methods of tenant eviction as outlined in the latest amendments to the rental law.
BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP
To regulate a fair relationship between property owners and tenants in the Emirate of Dubai while preserving the rights of each party, Law No. 26 of 2007, as amended by Law No. 33 of 2008...
BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP
Dubai's legal framework has continually adapted to the evolving demands of the real estate market. In 2013, the government of Dubai introduced Decree No. 43...
Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
Due to the recent increase in rents across the country, but particularly in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, a 5-10 per cent deposit usually paid on renting out a new home can easily top Dh10,000.
Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy
The UAE is a popular destination for real estate investment due to its booming economy, attractive tax benefits and stable political environment.
Yemen
The Counselor Law Office for Legal Services
Real Estate Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Yemen, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries
Zambia
Musa Dudhia & Company
Real Estate Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Zambia, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries
Moira Mukuka Legal Practitioners
The Lands Act, Chapter 184 of the Laws of Zambia (the "Lands Act") governs land tenure and administration of land in Zambia.
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