Property Advice
Our Advice articles will help you to navigate the property market. Whether you are an agent or in the market to buy or sell a property we aim to equip you with professional and market-related information. From tools and training, closing the deal and getting mandates we are excited about equipping you with helpful information.
Why must the purchaser pay the transfer fees, but the seller can choose the attorney?
Why must the purchaser pay the transfer fees? Why must the purchaser, pay the transfer fees, but the seller can choose the attorney? 17 September 2021 “I’m buying my first property. I’m quite nervous about everything and a friend of mine who is a conveyancer said she...
Are you liable for historical arrear property rates on your property?
Are you liable for historical arrear property rates on your property? 17 September 2021Who is responsible for historical arrear property rates and taxes on your property? The good news is that the person who owned the property at the time the debt was incurred...
How to avoid Servitude Problems
How to Avoid Servitude Problems An example of a servitude problem in property development 17 September 2021“I applied to my municipality to have the building plans for the extension of my garage approved. The municipality rejected my proposed extension on the grounds...
The previous owner did not pay. Can the municipality now cut off your electricity?
The previous owner did not pay. Can the municipality now cut off your electricity? 17 September 2021The municipality has notified me that it will disconnect my electricity supply because there are outstanding payments in respect of my property. However these...
Must I pay capital gains tax if I sell my house?
Must I pay capital gains tax if I sell my house? 17 September 2021“I bought my house, which I’ve always lived in since buying it, for about R1 million in 2000, and on my auditor’s advice had it appraised in October 2001 for R1.1 million. Over the years I had about...
Beware the suspensive conditions in the offer to purchase
Beware the suspensive conditions in the offer to purchase 17 September 2021 “I’ve made a written offer on property that has been accepted by the seller. The offer was subject to the condition that I acquire a mortgage from a bank for the full purchase price within 30...
How about that suspensive condition?
How about that suspensive condition ? 10 September 2021 “I’ve bought and sold a few houses in my time and have always seen provision being made for a suspensive condition such as that the agreement is subject to a home loan being obtained. I’ve got the gist of what...
How to validly extend the period for getting your home loan approved
How to extend the period for home loan approval. 10 September 2021 “I’m trying to buy a house. The purchase agreement is subject to the condition that I obtain a mortgage bond within 30 days. My time is running out but I’m close to getting the financing approved from...
What are the legal costs involved in buying a property?
What are the legal costs involved in buying a property? 10 September 2021 “My wife and I are considering buying a house. This is a big decision for us and we want to make sure we are financially prepared for all the costs and expenses involved in doing so. I...