41. Choosing a Stand

Consider the following, when searching for the perfect stand on which to build your dream home:  Check the title deed to make sure that there is no building or zoning restrictions that would hamper your dreams, or servitudes that are...

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42. SARA permission

SARA permission A Person may not alter or demolish any structure or part thereof which is 60 years or older without a permit from the relevant Provincial Heritage Resources Authority. Speak to one of our Conveyancers for Specialist advice in...

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43. Does a minor selling or purchasing property have to be assisted by his guardian(s) when signing the Offer to Purchase?

Does a minor selling or purchasing property have to be assisted by his guardian(s) when signing the Offer to Purchase? Yes. Where a minor is selling property, the assistance of both guardians is required. This also applies where the minor is...

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44. What is the position with parties signing Deeds of Sale in a representative capacity/on behalf on another person or entity?

What is the position with parties signing Deeds of Sale in a representative capacity/on behalf on another person or entity? I n terms of section 2(1) of the Alienation of Land Act No 68 of 1981, no alienation of land shall be of any force or...

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45. What is involved if a seller or purchaser wants to have a title deed condition removed. What is the cost? How long does it take?

What is involved if a seller or purchaser wants to have a title deed condition removed. What is the cost? How long does it take? There are two options available. Firstly, one can make application to the High Court for a court order that the...

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46. The difference between possession and occupation

The difference between possession and occupation Occupation is the right to use and enjoy the property.   Possession is associated with the legal risk  of  loss  or  destruction of  the property and the right to enjoy the...

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47. Conveyancing Terms Explained

Glossary of Conveyancing terms: Act An Act is a form of legislation passed by the courts for the government. Addendum An Addendum is a supplementary agreement to an original sale contract covering points agreed to afterwards. It is a...

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48. Conveyancing Terms Explained

Glossary of Conveyancing terms: Act An Act is a form of legislation passed by the courts for the government. Addendum An Addendum is a supplementary agreement to an original sale contract covering points agreed to afterwards. It is a...

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49. What is a Home Owners Association

What is a Home Owners Association When freehold properties are designed as a unit eg. a complex of townhouses or enclosed neighbourhood or golf estate, they are sometimes bound together by means of a Home Owners...

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50. WHAT IS CONVEYANCING?

WHAT IS CONVEYANCING? The term "CONVEYANCING" describes the legal process whereby a person, company, close corporation or trust becomes the registered and lawful owner of fixed property and ensures that such ownership cannot be challenged. It...

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