Service
Property Law
With approximately fifty years of experience between the directors of Van Zyl Kruger Incorporated, this firm offers comprehensive legal advice on all aspects of Property Law and Conveyancing. Our services include the entire spectrum pertaining to land with special emphasis on group housing schemes, spatial development, township establishment, and all legal aspects of Planning Law.
Our Property Law and Conveyancing experts have all the skills and experience to not only warrant legal compliance at every phase of such processes or developments but also to ensure the implementation of corporate and tax strategies and procedures to ensure the best cash flow scenarios to benefit our clients at all times.
Our firm remains abreast of changes in legislation and market trends, enabling us to advise clients on development funding, taking heed of the various corporate, social, and environmental factors which may be of consequence in any particular instance.
Our endeavor is that each client should at all times feel special, not only for our personalized service but especially because of the outcomes achieved on their behalf.
Van Zyl Kruger Incorporated’s Property services include:
- All aspects of Conveyancing;
- Advise on planning models including Group Housing Schemes, Sectional Title Schemes, Share Block Developments, and conversion of the latter to the former;
- Housing Development Schemes for Retired Persons;
- Negotiation, preparation, and drafting of Offers to Purchase and Sale Agreements;
- Registration and cancellation of all types of bonds;
- Planning and Development Law;
- Building and Construction Law;
- Servitudes and other real and personal rights;
- Land Leases and other property utilization contracts;
- Acquisitions of property-owning companies and close corporations;
- Sub-division and consolidation of land units.
Our dedicated team at Van Zyl Kruger Incorporated will ensure that all mandates are executed and finalized accurately and in the shortest time possible at a fee commensurate with our service.
Property Law
FAQs
What does a conveyancing attorney do?
A conveyancing attorney manages the legal process involved in transferring ownership of immovable property from one party to another. This includes drafting transfer documentation, liaising with banks and the Deeds Office, ensuring compliance with legislation, and overseeing the registration of the property in the buyer’s name. Our firm assists sellers, buyers, estate agents and financial institutions throughout the entire process to ensure that transactions proceed efficiently and legally.
How long does a property transfer usually take?
A standard property transfer in South Africa typically takes 6 to 12 weeks, depending on factors such as bond approvals, municipal clearance certificates, compliance certificates and Deeds Office turnaround times. Delays can occur if documents are outstanding or if conditions in the sale agreement are not fulfilled timeously. We keep clients informed at every stage of the transfer process.
What costs are involved when buying a property?
When purchasing a property, buyers should budget for several costs, including transfer duty (where applicable), conveyancing fees, Deeds Office fees, and charges related to bond registration if finance is involved. Sellers may also incur costs such as estate agent commission, compliance certificates and rates clearance figures. Our firm provides cost estimates and transparent guidance on all expected expenses.
Can an attorney assist with drafting or reviewing an Offer to Purchase?
Yes. An Offer to Purchase is a legally binding contract once signed by both parties. Having an attorney review or draft the agreement can help ensure that important clauses relating to suspensive conditions, occupation, defects, and timelines are properly addressed. This can prevent disputes and costly legal complications later in the transaction.
What happens if a property sale falls through after the agreement is signed?
If suspensive conditions (such as bond approval) are not fulfilled within the agreed timeframe, the agreement may lapse. However, disputes can arise if either party breaches the agreement. In such cases, legal advice is essential to determine the parties’ rights, remedies, and possible claims for damages.