What Non-Residents Should Know About "Withholding Tax" When Selling Property In South Africa
Category Buying and Selling Property
When a non-resident sells property in South Africa, a portion of the sale price—sometimes as much as 15%—might be held back as withholding tax.
Get Pre-Approved for Your Home Loan for Free - Your Smartest Move in Today's Property Market
Category Buying and Selling Property
The property market is currently experiencing a lot of positivity, with signs pointing to a downward trend in interest rates.
Protecting Your Property Sale : When Addendums Fall Short
Category Buying and Selling Property
This article discusses a court case about whether a property sale agreement can be brought back to life after a key condition wasn't met on time.
FICA Requirements - Estate Agents Need To Ask Sellers and Buyers About Their Financial Standing
Category Buying and Selling Property
Buying or selling a house? Your real estate agent might ask for a lot of personal stuff, like your ID, address, and even bank details.
Understanding Joint Mandates When Selling Your Property
Category Buying and Selling Property
Anyone who's bought or sold a house knows the feeling: if an agent seems to have a serious buyer, you don't want to miss out.
Important To Check That Your Estate Agent is Registered With the PPRA
Category Buying and Selling Property
A key player in the process is likely to be an estate agent, to whom you will be entrusting one of your most significant assets.
How To Handle The Sale Of Your Residential Property As A Pro
Category Buying and Selling Property
A home is more than just a brick-and-mortar structure; for many, it is a significant financial asset and a time capsule of memories.
Who May Issue a Certificate of Compliance for a Solar System?
Category Buying and Selling Property
The straightforward answer is that only a registered Installation Electrician (IE) or Master Installation Electrician (MIE) is authorized to issue a Certificate
Can One Sign An Offer To Purchase A Property Electronically?
Category Buying and Selling Property
An offer to purchase immovable property must be in writing and signed manually by all sellers and purchasers.
Home Loan in Arrears: Challenging a Certificate of Balance
Category Buying and Selling Property
Loan agreements and surety documents often contain a "certificate of balance" (COB) clause