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Real Estate FAQ
Looking for answers on common buying, selling, renting or home finance questions?
Browse our FAQ section or ask our MyProperty AI Bot
Legal FAQ Guide
What terms and conditions must appear in a sale agreement?
If I am married out of community of property does my partner/spouse have to sign the sale agreement?
What happens if I lost my title deed?
How do marriages in and out of community of property affect signing capacity?
What does it mean to buy or sell a property voetstoots?
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Industry FAQ Guide
Who is required to have their annual financial statements independently reviewed?
Who qualifies to do an independent review of financial statements?
Who is the EAAB?
What is the difference between the PPRA and the Estate Agency Affairs Board (EAAB)?
Do managing agents have to comply with the regulated real estate agent education?
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Buyer FAQ Guide
What is a buyer's market?
How much deposit do I need to buy a house in South Africa?
How is transfer cost calculated in South Africa?
When should I do a home inspection?
What happens after signing an offer to purchase?
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Home Loans FAQ Guide
When will the first home loan installment be deducted?
Does being pre-approved for a home loan mean approved?
How do I apply for FLISP?
Do I need life insurance before I can get a home loan?
Do I need to pay my home loan with a debit order?
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Property Types FAQ Guide
What is a sectional title?
What is a freehold?
What is a duet?
What does erf size mean?
What is a full title property?
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Seller FAQ Guide
What are the usual costs involved for a Seller when selling a property?
What is a SPLUMA certificate
How do stage my home to sell?
Why shouldn't I sell my house without an estate agent?
Should I make repairs to my home before I list?
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Financial FAQ Guide
How does bridging finance work?
What does consolidation of debt mean?
What is a repo rate?
What does appreciation mean in real estate?
What is capital gains tax on properties?
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Rental FAQ Guide
What can I do if my tenant damaged the property?
Can I withhold the rent if the landlord doesn't maintain the property?
What questions must a landlord ask their rental estate agent?
How can I end my lease early
Who is the rental housing tribunal?
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General FAQ Guide
Who is the NHBRC?
What is a property liquidation?
How long does it take to install a residential solar panel system?
What happens to the electricity account after registration?
How does the property transfer process work?
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