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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.
Invasive Plants Can Become A Big Problem After Buying A Property Without A NEMBA Clause

Invasive Plants Can Become A Big Problem After Buying A Property Without A NEMBA Clause

Whether you are buying or selling a home, you might think the trees and plants in the garden are just "part of the scenery."
Don’t Sign an Offer to Purchase Blindly: A Simple Guide to Your Property Rights

Don’t Sign an Offer to Purchase Blindly: A Simple Guide to Your Property Rights

Before you put pen to paper on an Offer to Purchase (OTP), it’s vital to know exactly what you’re getting into.
When Does a Property Seller Get Paid After the Property Has Been Sold?

When Does a Property Seller Get Paid After the Property Has Been Sold?

Learn when you'll get paid after selling your property. Understand the transfer process and get your proceeds securely within 1–2 days.
House Hunting 101: Simple Tips for Buying Your First Home

House Hunting 101: Simple Tips for Buying Your First Home

Buying a home is exciting! But for first-time buyers, signing the Sale Agreement (the legal contract) can feel overwhelming.
Buying a House for Your Children (Who Are Under 18)

Buying a House for Your Children (Who Are Under 18)

Should you buy a house and put it in your young child’s name?
How and When Can You Legally Avoid Paying Transfer Duty?

How and When Can You Legally Avoid Paying Transfer Duty?

When you buy a house or property, there are two main financial things you must pay besides the purchase price: Transfer Duty and Transfer Costs
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