The transfer process is when the legal ownership of a property changes hands from the seller to the buyer. It can take a few weeks or months to finish. While you're waiting for the transfer to go through, there are...
Before a property can be transferred, numerous certificates of compliance must be issued. These include electric, plumbing, gas, bug, and electric fence certificates. The seller must pass a home inspection to guarantee that certain areas of the house comply with building...
Are you tired of being tied down to a mortgage bond that you'd rather not be a part of? Well, the good news is, it's possible to cut the cord! You have two options to choose from: either cancel the...
South Africa is a country where buying a home is a significant investment and a lifetime dream for many people. However, applying for a home loan can be a confusing and time-consuming process. This is where a bond originator comes...
In the realm of real estate, there is a big distinction between an investor and a house buyer. Depending on how the buyer plans to use the property, it will be judged by different standards. Buyers should decide what they want...
"Huur Goes Voor Koop" is a traditional South African saying that says if a property is being sold and there is a tenant already living there, the rent must come before the sale. According to this rule, a lease that was...
Even though interest rates were relatively low for most of 2021, some of the greatest increases in recent years started to occur in 2022. Before the end of 2022, the current interest rate of 9.75% is predicted to rise by an...
The real estate market is a good option to explore when determining where to put your money. Since there are numerous options available to you when it comes to buying property, it's in your best interest to do some research to...
With changing interest rates, rising costs of living, and a bad outlook for the economy, many South Africans think that the best way to get into the property market is to share the costs. Married couples might buy something together. Prenuptial...
Here's what you should do, Having trouble paying your bond? Act as quickly as possible. It's a dreadful fate to find yourself in a situation where you can't afford your bond's monthly payments. Nobody wants to default on a bond, but...
