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Buyer's Remorse: When Property Excitement Turns to Stress

Buyer's Remorse: When Property Excitement Turns to Stress

Feeling regret after buying property is totally normal. It usually happens when you start worrying that you overpaid, picked the wrong neighbourhood
Selling a House with a Tenant Inside: What You Need to Know

Selling a House with a Tenant Inside: What You Need to Know

​Selling a property that currently has a tenant living in it happens all the time. When done right, it's pretty straightforward.
Are Verbal Property Deals Binding? A Recent Court Case Explained

Are Verbal Property Deals Binding? A Recent Court Case Explained

In South Africa, there has been a long-standing rule: all property sale agreements must be in writing.
Property Sales & Building Plans: Is a Seller Legally Required to Provide Approved Plans?

Property Sales & Building Plans: Is a Seller Legally Required to Provide Approved Plans?

One of the most common questions in property transactions is: "Is the seller legally required to provide approved building plans?"
The First-Time Buyer’s Guide to Credit: Why Your Credit Score Matters More Than You Think

The First-Time Buyer’s Guide to Credit: Why Your Credit Score Matters More Than You Think

Buying your first home is a major milestone, but many buyers make the mistake of focusing solely on the property and their monthly budget.
Update on Marital Property Law: The

Update on Marital Property Law: The "Husband’s Domicile" Rule

Because this ruling involves changing the common law, it still needs to be confirmed by the Constitutional Court before it becomes final.
Buyer Beware: When A Property Defect Is The Buyer's Problem

Buyer Beware: When A Property Defect Is The Buyer's Problem

There’s an old saying: "A buyer needs a hundred eyes, but a seller needs none.
Lied to When Buying a House? Here Are Your Rights

Lied to When Buying a House? Here Are Your Rights

What happens if a property seller gives you false information just to get you to sign on the dotted line?
Buying a House? Don’t Assume the Building Plans Are Included.

Buying a House? Don’t Assume the Building Plans Are Included.

Most people think that buying a house is like buying a car—it should automatically come with all its "papers." In South Africa, that isn’t actually the case.
Approved Building Plans & Consent for Use: Essential for a Smooth Property Transfer

Approved Building Plans & Consent for Use: Essential for a Smooth Property Transfer

Here is a breakdown of why having "approved plans" isn't the same thing as having "permission to use" your property.
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