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What is a mortgage/bond/home loan?
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What is a mortgage/bond/home loan?

A mortgageable property allows the buyer to apply for a home loan by using the property he buys, as security for obtaining the home loan.

Suretyship explained
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Suretyship explained

What suretyship is, and how it can be of great benefit to you when you're in a tricky financial situation.

The ‘CPAs’ Cooling-off Period
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The ‘CPAs’ Cooling-off Period

The cooling-off period is useful in certain circumstances, but is not a solution for simply changing your mind.

Property in Possession vs. Sale in Execution
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Property in Possession vs. Sale in Execution

There is generally confusion between a sale of execution and a repossessed property. Here's a clear explanation.

Property ownership overview
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Property ownership overview

How the ownership of immovable property works in different scenarios.

What does joint ownership or co-ownership mean?
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What does joint ownership or co-ownership mean?

Two or more people can jointly own property - find out how this works and how to safeguard yourself when things go wrong.

What is a share block scheme?
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What is a share block scheme?

A share block scheme is a different way to own property. In this article, we explain the in's and out's of Share Blocks, and what the shareholders are responsible for.

A guide to buying property off-plan
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A guide to buying property off-plan

Find out everything you need to know about buying a new property from a developer.

Buying or selling privately
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Buying or selling privately

Buyers and sellers should carefully weigh the perceived benefits of a private sale, and be well informed. Here are some tips.