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Find out why your home loan approval might still be withdrawn before the property is registered in your name and learn how to protect yourself today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.
Unlocking Your Home's Potential: Why Decluttering is Non-Negotiable When Selling
Category Buying and Selling Property
Preparing to sell? The often-overlooked act of decluttering can be the single most impactful step to ensure a swift sale and a premium price. Learn more here.
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. Learn more here.
Get Pre-Approved for Your Home Loan for Free - Your Smartest Move in Today's Property Market
Category Buying and Selling Property
Discover the clarity that comes with preapproval and why a preapproval makes sense. Cape Coastal Homes has all the information you need.
Protecting Your Property Sale : When Addendums Fall Short
Category Buying and Selling Property
Learn how a court ruled that a property sale agreement can't be revived by a late addendum after a suspensive condition isn't met. Protect your sale now.
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.