It is advisable to seek legal advice as early as possible, preferably before signing an Offer to Purchase or immediately thereafter. Early advice can help identify potential issues before they become costly.

Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring ownership of immovable property from the seller to the purchaser. This process includes preparing legal documents, obtaining the necessary certificates and registrations, and ensuring that ownership is correctly transferred in the Deeds Office.

Although every transaction is different, a property transfer generally takes between six and twelve weeks, depending on whether all documentation is in order and the relevant authorities process the transaction without delays.

Depending on the transaction, costs may include transfer duty or VAT, conveyancing fees, bond registration costs (if applicable), Deeds Office fees and various compliance certificates. We will provide you with an estimate based on your specific transaction.

Yes. It is your prerogative as Seller to choose a conveyancer of your choice to attend to the transfer of your property. Just make sure that the attorney is a duly admitted conveyancer in good standing with the Legal Practice Council.