The deeds registry is open to any member of the public to access information with regard to the following:

• the registered owner of a property
• the conditions affecting such property
• interdicts and contracts in respect of the property
• purchase price of the property
• rules of a sectional title scheme
• a copy of an ante nuptial contract (ANC), deeds of servitude, mortgage bonds, etc.
• a copy of a sectional title plan or the rules of a Sectional Title Scheme. (Note: this is not a certified copy; merely a copy for information purposes)
• township establishment conditions
• Information relating to a property or deed.

1. Failing To Respond

When you receive a summons, you must DO something! You will not automatically be given notice of a court date. In fact, if you fail to put in a notice of your intention to defend, the case can be finalised without any further reference to you. This can cost you plenty. Get Advice from a good source – preferably, a divorce specialist attorney. Yes, it will cost you some money. But, be warned - it costs much, much more if you do not investigate before taking an informed decision. Sometimes, doing nothing is the right decision. But not very often.