YOUR PROPERTY BUYING JOURNEY

"There's no place like it... home! Where you love, feel safe, unwind, grow, recharge and dream. We truly understand the difference between having a collection of rooms and having a place to call home.

Whether you are buying for the first time or thinking about an investment property or holiday home, you're bound to have questions and we're ready to answer them.

Buying a property is part of your life story. We want to be at your side, as trusted advisors, guiding and supporting you as your property needs evolve. Choose Chas and experience how a seasoned Chas Everitt area specialist is the best choice you could ever make on your buying journey.

Whatever your location, lifestyle, aspirations or circumstances, when you need to buy, Chas Everitt is there for you, wherever you wish to go."

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Graeme Hamilton-Reid was never pushy and always willing to take our calls and answer our questions. He is such a gentleman and we are grateful that we found Graeme, it made settling into Johannesburg all that more welcoming.
J. van Zyl
Buyer - Eastwood Avenue
Ek is Santie Dold-Chapman van PE. Ek en my man Neil het gister n pragtige dame by jou Oudtshoorn tak ontmoet. Ons het haar net na 7 geskakel en wou graag sien wat die omgewing bied... Antoinette het met graagte en woerts warts die sakie aangespreek en 11 uur sien ons 'dit' waarop ons gehoop het en meer! Ek wil graag vir u vertel dat u n diamant van n agent het!
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Gugu Moreanare was very informative, went out of her way to make me understand the whole process. She was patient and professional.
Schurmanns Avenue Client
M. Sekgobela

Buying Bank Repo or Bank Assisted Property

If you are wanting more information on Bank owned properties or Bank Assisted Sales programmes, Click Here


Documentation

Get prepared for the buying process and cut down on frustrations and time by having all the correct documentation ready and waiting when you start looking for your new home. Click Here for some information on support documentation you will need.


How is a Mortgage Bond registered against a Property?

To find out more details on how the process of registering a bond over a property happens, Click Here.


Non-Residents or Foreigners Buying Property in South Africa

If you are a foreigner looking to own property in South Africa, Click Here for some detailed information.


Sectional Title

Townhouses, flats and apartments are some of the most popular sectors for Property Buyers in South Africa - most of these properties fall into the "Sectional Title" arena. Click Here to find out more about Sectional Title Property in South Africa.


Should I use a Mortgage Originator to obtain a bond?

Many Buyers today use Originators to get their mortgage bond as very often they are able to shop around with many banks for the best deal possible and advise their clients accordingly.

For more information on what a Bond Originator does go to our Bond Origination section. We recommend Betterlife Home Loans, SA's leading mortgage origination company.

Go to Bond Preapproval Certificate right now and enquire online.


Still feeling confused?

The idea of buying a home is overwhelming. If you are still feeling unsure of what you should be doing next, feel free to view further information including our Glossary of Property Terms or find the Chas Everitt office or agent closest to you to advise you on the home buying process.


What's the best way and vehicle to buy property in South Africa?

Whilst a seemingly simple question, there are many ways to purchase property - in your personal name, a trust or a company as examples. The method you choose will depend on how you intend to use the property.

For some detail on the pros and cons of using different purchasing methods, spend some time on our page on Property Investment Methods and Vehicles.


When is VAT payable as opposed to Transfer Duty?

Click Here to find out when the transaction attracts VAT as opposed to Transfer Duty.


Glossary of Property terminology
Frequently Asked Buyer Questions
How is a property transferred into my name?
When is VAT payable instead of Transfer Duty?
What's the difference between Occupation and Ownership?
Vehicles for Purchasing Residential Property
Should I get a Home Inspection?
Tips for 1st Buyers and Buy to Let Investors
Guide to Home Buying with Betterbond Home Loans