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Buying? Don’t alter the property until the transfer goes through
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Buying? Don’t alter the property until the transfer goes through

You’ll lose out financially if the deal falls through. You should however spend the time before the transfer takes place to plan ahead.

How to buy property off-plan
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How to buy property off-plan

When you buy property off-plan, you buy a home that hasn’t been built yet. It’s important to do your research beforehand so that you avoid any pitfalls and make a good investment.

Solving parking issues in sectional title schemes
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Solving parking issues in sectional title schemes

The allocation, use and maintenance of parking bays in sectional title schemes can be a constant source of conflict. Understanding the law governing their use could resolve a lot of this conflict.

Dealing with blacklisting
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Dealing with blacklisting

If a prospective homeowner has not kept up to date with their credit bureau reports, they may be in for a surprise when they apply for finance.

First time buyers In Cape Town being priced out
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First time buyers In Cape Town being priced out

Rapidly rising prices in the Western Cape is making home ownership for first time buyers increasingly difficult.

Sectional title owner? This is how the new regulations affect you.
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Sectional title owner? This is how the new regulations affect you.

New legislation came into effect late last year with regards to sectional title schemes, CSOS and the new Sectional Title Regulations. This is what these mean to you as a Sectional Title owner.

CT students opt for their own apartments
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CT students opt for their own apartments

Many students In Cape Town are moving away from living in digs to living in their own flats. This presents a great opportunity for investors.

Why the occupational rent clause is important
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Why the occupational rent clause is important

A well composed sale agreement is meant to ensure that everything goes smoothly. However, things can still go wrong.

'Voetstoots’ does not provide sellers with an honesty backdoor
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'Voetstoots’ does not provide sellers with an honesty backdoor

Full disclosure of known defects still essential to facilitate an informed buying decision