Buying or selling a home is one of the most significant financial transactions most people will undertake. In South Africa, this process is governed by strict legal requirements to ensure a smooth and legally binding transfer of property ownership.
At Zizipa Attorneys, our team of experienced residential conveyancing attorneys provides expert legal guidance to navigate the complexities of property transactions with confidence and efficiency.
You need legal assistance of high quality to ensure smooth process of transferring legal ownership of your immovable property. Zizipa Attorneys, one of the top real estate law firms based in Johannesburg Gauteng, is a team of professional conveyancing attorneys with extensive knowledge and vast experience in the field of residential conveyancing in South Africa.
We are committed to providing home buyers and home sellers in South Africa with quality and cost effective legal services. Let Zizipa Attorneys result driven residential property lawyers assist you with all the tedious work of drafting and dealing with required documents, deeds of sale, lease agreements, General and Special Powers of Attorney.
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We ensure the terms are fair, legally binding, and protect your interests.
Including title deeds, identity documents, compliance certificates (electrical, gas, beetle, water), and FICA compliance.
To confirm ownership and check for existing bonds or restrictions.
To obtain rates clearance certificates and confirm the property is debt-free.
Overseeing deposit payments, bond cancellations, and settlement figures.
Our proactive and detail-oriented approach ensures that all legal requirements are met and that timelines are adhered to, helping you avoid delays or complications.
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Buying or selling a home is one of the most significant financial transactions in a person’s life. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, an experienced investor, or a family looking to relocate, ensuring that the transfer of property ownership is legally sound and efficiently handled is essential. That’s where residential conveyancing attorneys come in.
At our South African law firm, we specialise in residential conveyancing—offering clients expert legal assistance in navigating the property transfer process. Our mission is to protect your rights, mitigate risks, and facilitate a seamless transaction from offer to registration. With deep knowledge of South African property law, our team ensures every transaction complies with national legislation and local municipal requirements.
We handle all legal aspects of transferring property ownership, including:
Drafting and reviewing the Offer to Purchase (OTP)
Conducting title deed searches to verify ownership and restrictions
Liaising with the Deeds Office for registration
Settling municipal accounts and rates clearance certificates
Assisting with home loan registrations for buyers
Facilitating bond cancellations when selling or refinancing
Coordinating with banks and financial institutions
Specialized assistance for sectional title properties, including:
Managing Body Corporate levies and rules
Handling share block schemes (if applicable)
We assist executors and beneficiaries in transferring property from a deceased estate, ensuring compliance with the Administration of Estates Act.
Assisting with property refinancing
Drafting servitude and notarial agreements (rights of way, utility access, etc.)
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Pretoria, Gauteng "After a bad experience with another firm, I was hesitant, but Zizipa Attorneys restored my faith in conveyancing attorneys. They were transparent about costs and timelines, and everything went smoothly."
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Sandton, Gauteng "From start to finish, the communication was excellent. I was kept updated at every stage, and my attorney was always available to answer questions. A stress-free experience! I recommend their service."
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Randburg, Gauteng "After a bad experience with another firm, I was hesitant, but Zizipa Attorneys restored my faith in conveyancing attorneys. They were transparent about costs and timelines, and everything went smoothly."
The process typically takes 8-12 weeks, depending on municipal delays, bond approvals, and Deeds Office efficiency.
Buyer pays for the property transfer costs.
Seller covers the rates clearance certificate and bond cancellation fees (if applicable).
No—South African law requires a registered conveyancing attorney to oversee property transfers.
Buyers: ID, proof of address, bond approval letter (if applicable).
Sellers: ID, latest municipal bill, bond cancellation instructions.
Municipal delays in issuing clearance certificates
Unresolved property defects or disputes
Bank processing delays
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