Top Tips for First-Time Home Buyers
Category Buying and Selling Property
Inspect carefully, know your budget, get legal advice, list repairs, and use suspensive clauses to buy your home safely. Start today.
Making the Most of Property Investment: South Africa’s Inner-City Tax Break
Category Buying and Selling Property
Invest in South Africa’s Urban Development Zones and save on taxes while improving inner-city areas. Claim your UDZ benefits and boost profits today.
VAT or Transfer Duty: Which One Applies to Your Property Sale?
Category Buying and Selling Property
When buying property in South Africa, you pay either VAT or Transfer Duty depending on the seller’s status. Know the rules and plan your taxes before buying
What You Need to Know About Cape Town's Plumbing Certificate – A Compulsory Compliance Certificate
Category Buying and Selling Property
When selling property in Cape Town, you must get a Plumbing Certificate from an accredited plumber. Include it in the sale to avoid fines or transfer issues.
Property Buyers Beware - It Is Property Buyer's Duty to Verify Bank Account Before Making A Payment
Category Buying and Selling Property
Property buyers must verify bank account details before paying. SA High Court confirms the payer bears the risk if funds are sent to a fraudulent account.
A New Way to Apply for Heritage Permits in the Western Cape
Category Buying and Selling Property
Discover an easier way to apply for heritage permits in the Western Cape. Streamlined process for faster results. Apply today!
Can You Get Out of a Property Purchase? What Are The Legal Consequences?
Category Buying and Selling Property
Signed an Offer to Purchase? Backing out may cost your deposit, legal action or commission. Know your rights and responsibilities. Learn more now.
Can You Hold The Seller Responsible If Your House Burns Down - Despite The Voetstoots Clause?
Category Buying and Selling Property
Voetstoots won’t shield sellers who hid fire-risk defects. Buyers hit by disaster may have recourse. Protect yourself and read the legal insight now.
Can A Bank Withdraw Your Home Loan Approval Before the Property Is Registered In Your Name?
Category Buying and Selling Property
Find out why your home loan approval might still be withdrawn before the property is registered in your name and learn how to protect yourself today
Did You Know? - Who owns the house – you or the bank?
Category Buying and Selling Property
For most people, buying a property means getting a home loan to finance the purchase. Who owns the house in this situation? Cape Coastal Homes has the answer.