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Practical articles and guides to help you navigate property transactions in the KZN Midlands.

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Maintenance

Maintaining Your Midlands Smallholding

Ongoing maintenance considerations for Midlands smallholdings.

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Legal Explainers

What Fixtures Stay When a House Is Sold?

Which items are included in a property sale and which can be removed.

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Rentals

Landlord Guide: Lease Agreements in South Africa

Key elements of a residential lease agreement for Midlands landlords.

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Sectional Title

Sectional Title Basics for Buyers

What sectional title buyers need to know about levies, rules and body corporates.

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Selling

How to Prepare Your Home for Sale

Practical tips to present your property in the best light for buyers.

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Conveyancing

What Can Delay Transfer?

Common causes of delays in the property transfer process.

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Estates

What to Know Before Buying in an Estate

Estate living comes with rules, levies and additional transfer requirements.

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Smallholdings

What to Check Before Buying a Smallholding

Due diligence checklist for smallholding buyers in the KZN Midlands.

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Selling

Selling Property in Howick: What to Know

Key considerations when selling property in Howick and the surrounding Midlands.

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Selling

What Must a Seller Disclose?

Sellers have a legal duty to disclose known defects and material facts about the property.

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Legal Explainers

What Is a Voetstoots Clause?

The voetstoots clause affects a seller's liability for property defects.

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Buying

What Happens If the Buyer's Bond Is Declined?

If a buyer's bond application is declined, the sale may fall through depending on the OTP terms.

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Buying

What Is a Suspensive Condition?

Suspensive conditions protect buyers and sellers when certain events must occur before the sale becomes unconditional.

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Selling

Who Pays Estate Agent Commission?

Estate agent commission is typically paid by the seller from the sale proceeds.

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Conveyancing

Who Pays Transfer Costs?

Understanding who is responsible for transfer costs in a South African property sale.

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Buying

Buying Property in Howick: What You Need to Know

Essential information for buyers considering property in Howick and the surrounding Midlands area.

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Buying

What Is Occupational Rent?

Occupational rent explained – what it is, how it is calculated, and when it applies in a property sale.

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Buying

What Is an Offer to Purchase?

Understanding the Offer to Purchase (OTP) – the most important document in a property transaction.

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Conveyancing

Transfer Costs Explained

A breakdown of all costs involved in transferring property in South Africa, including transfer duty, conveyancing fees and bond costs.

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Selling

What Certificates Are Needed When Selling a House?

Which compliance certificates are required when selling a house in South Africa and who pays for them.

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Conveyancing

How Property Transfer Works

Understand the step-by-step property transfer process in South Africa, from signed offer to registration.

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Conveyancing

How Long Does Property Transfer Take?

Typical timeframes for property transfer in South Africa and what can cause delays.

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Selling

What Documents Do I Need to Sell My Property?

A comprehensive checklist of documents required when selling a property in South Africa.

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Selling

Private Sale vs Estate Agent: Which Is Better?

Compare private sales and estate agent sales to decide which approach suits your property, timeline and circumstances.

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Private Sales

How to Sell Your House Privately in South Africa

A practical guide to selling your property without a traditional estate agent, including documents, risks and when to get professional help.

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