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Beware of bogus agents
Although both home buyers and sellers have the legislated power to stop bogus estate agents in their tracks, many are not aware of the steps they can take – or of the dangers of dealing with ...
Avoid wrangles over occupational rent
When you've sold your home, the last thing you want is a disagreement with the buyer about the occupation date or occupational rental. However, such disputes do arise – and usually because the ...
The CPA – seller and agent may be liable
In terms of the Consumer Protection Act (CPA), should the courts determine that a transaction or agreement was, in whole, or in part, unconscionable, unjust, unreasonable or unfair, the court may make any order it considers just ...
Price your property correctly
One of the most detrimental mistakes that sellers make when putting their home on the market is overpricing the property.
Exercise your rights as a buyer of property
As a buyer of property, you have the right to: Be represented by an estate agent or to enter into a private sale should you so choose. Purchase any property without being discriminated against by a seller on the basis of your ...
How to lodge a complaint against an estate agent
Miscommunication between agents, buyers and sellers can happen. Most often, these issues can be resolved, if not here's a guide on lodging a complaint.
Buying a home: you don’t have to go it alone
Buying a property is a big decision – possibly one of the most momentous decisions you’ll ever make and one that has the potential to affect your financial well-being far into the future. So it ...
Buying SA property: tips for non-residents
Private Property looks into the intricacies of buying property in South Africa as a foreign investment.
Sole mandates
You’re selling your property. You’ve named your price and contacted an estate agency. Apart from the obvious details, one of the first things your agent will ask is: “Can we do a sole mandate?” .
Accepting an offer on your property
Once an interested buyer has been found, a written offer to purchase will be prepared, usually on a standard, pre-printed form. Do not surprised if you are presented with offers that differ substantially from your asking price ...