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If the title deed of the house is in your husband's name, you each own 50% of the house. If one dies, the other inherits their share.
Buying and selling a house is complicated. Here are the steps that need to be followed.
They cannot evict you without a court order. If you haven't yet, you should apply for RDP housing
Unfortunately, I don't think you can but you might be able to apply for a subsidy.
Although there are other housing programmes you are eligible for, you would need to settle your debts first.
Since you were married in community of property, you inherited the house when your ex-husband passed away. You can do what you want with it.
The Rental Housing Tribunal hears and resolves disputes between landlords and tenants.
Ask the local municipal offices if they can help your mother to acquire title deeds after her 20-year occupation.
Buying municipal land is a long complex process, involving several steps.
If your uncle died without a will and his girlfriend is not on the RDP application, the law of intestate succession applies.