Should sellers provide approved building plans when selling property?
The simple answer is no. However, the National Building Regulations and Building Standards Act mandates that local authorities approve building plans for the construction, alteration, or conversion of a building. Consequently, if approved plans are absent, the property owner would be committing a statutory offence. Once signed by both parties, an offer to purchase becomes […]
Factors that influence the value of your home
When determining the value of your property, it’s often a challenge to remain objective due to the emotional and financial attachment you have to your home. However, the value of a home is ultimately based on what buyers are willing to pay in the current market. Several factors influence a home’s value, including location, condition, […]
Will solar power increase the value of your home?
The upfront investment is high, which you’ll want to recover when you sell Stage 6 loadshedding is now firmly in effect, many South Africans are without power for up to 12 hours each day, and the threat of Stage 8 blackouts looms large on the horizon. It’s no wonder then that many households are turning […]