Selling

Sellers and landlords declare known defects on this form. See who must complete it, what happens if it's missing and why honesty protects you.

How to set an asking price buyers will accept: compare recent sales nearby, get agent valuations, understand your costs and avoid overpricing.

Practical steps to prepare your home for sale: fix small faults, declutter, sort certificates and paperwork, and present it well for photos and viewings.

Which compliance certificates a South African seller may need: electrical, electric fence, gas, plumbing and beetle, plus rates and levy clearance.

Estate agent commission in South Africa is negotiable, often quoted at about 5% to 7.5% plus VAT. See how it is worked out, who pays it and what to ask.

A sole mandate gives one agent the exclusive right to sell your home for a set period. An open mandate lets several agents compete. Here is how to choose.

Check that an estate agent holds a valid Fidelity Fund Certificate, then compare their local record, fees and mandate terms. A short checklist.

Selling privately saves commission but costs you time and carries more risk. Compare what an agent does and costs, and how to choose.

Selling privately saves agent commission, but the pricing, viewings, paperwork and risk are yours. Here are the steps and the legal points to get right.