The Private Sale Process

Your Role and Our Support

We believe in transparency. This table outlines the key steps, showing how we partner with you for a successful sale.

Stage of Sale	What We Assist You With	Your Responsibilities
1. Preparation & Valuation	Comprehensive market analysis & recommended listing price. Initial consultation on the entire process.	Preparing the home for viewings (decluttering, cleaning, minor repairs). Gardening or exterior maintenance for curb appeal.
2. Marketing & Photography	Professional photography & virtual tour coordination. Creating compelling listings for major property portals. Managing online advertising campaigns.	Staging the home (moving furniture, decor). Being present during the photo/video shoot.
3. Viewings & Offers	Scheduling and conducting viewings (optional). Qualifying buyers and negotiating offers on your behalf. Drafting and explaining the Offer to Purchase.	If you choose to do viewings yourself, being available at agreed times. Making final decisions on offer acceptance.
4. Sale Agreement & Legal Checks	Drafting a legally-binding, bespoke Sale Agreement. Conducting pre-contract checks (title deed, restrictions). Advising on contract terms and conditions.	Providing accurate information about the property's history. Signing the final contract documents.
5. Compliance Certificates	Advising on all required certificates (Electrical, Beetle, Gas, etc.). Arranging inspections via our network of certified professionals. Managing the certificate process and liaising with inspectors.	Paying for the certificate inspections and any necessary repairs. Granting access to the property for inspectors.
6. Bond Cancellation & Financials	Liaising with your bank to obtain a redemption figure. Managing the bond cancellation process with the bank's attorneys. Preparing final financial statements for you.	Settling any outstanding amounts on your bond. Paying the bank's bond cancellation fees.
7. Transfer & Registration	Preparing all transfer documents for the Deeds Office. Liaising with the buyer's conveyancer and the bank. Managing the entire registration process from start to finish.	Paying the Deeds Office transfer fees and rates clearance figures. Providing original identity documents as required.
8. Completion & Handover	Coordinating the final key handover with the transferring attorney. Ensuring the net sale proceeds are paid to you promptly. Providing you with a final registered deed as proof of transfer.	Vacating the property by the agreed date. Ensuring the property is left in the condition stated in the contract.

Stage of Sale

What We Assist You With

Your Responsibilities

1. Preparation & Valuation

Comprehensive market analysis & recommended listing price.

Initial consultation on the entire process.

Preparing the home for viewings (decluttering, cleaning, minor repairs).

Gardening or exterior maintenance for curb appeal.

2. Marketing & Photography

Professional photography & virtual tour coordination.

Creating compelling listings for major property portals.

Managing online advertising campaigns.

Staging the home (moving furniture, decor).

Being present during the photo/video shoot.

3. Viewings & Offers

Scheduling and conducting viewings (optional).

Qualifying buyers and negotiating offers on your behalf.

Drafting and explaining the Offer to Purchase.

If you choose to do viewings yourself, being available at agreed times.

Making final decisions on offer acceptance.

4. Sale Agreement & Legal Checks

Drafting a legally-binding, bespoke Sale Agreement.

Conducting pre-contract checks (title deed, restrictions).

Advising on contract terms and conditions.

Providing accurate information about the property's history.

Signing the final contract documents.

5. Compliance Certificates

Advising on all required certificates (Electrical, Beetle, Gas, etc.).

Arranging inspections via our network of certified professionals.

Managing the certificate process and liaising with inspectors.

Paying for the certificate inspections and any necessary repairs.

Granting access to the property for inspectors.

6. Bond Cancellation & Financials

Liaising with your bank to obtain a redemption figure.

Managing the bond cancellation process with the bank's attorneys.

Preparing final financial statements for you.

Settling any outstanding amounts on your bond.

Paying the bank's bond cancellation fees.

7. Transfer & Registration

Preparing all transfer documents for the Deeds Office.

Liaising with the buyer's conveyancer and the bank.

Managing the entire registration process from start to finish.

Paying the Deeds Office transfer fees and rates clearance figures.

Providing original identity documents as required.

8. Completion & Handover

Coordinating the final key handover with the transferring attorney.

Ensuring the net sale proceeds are paid to you promptly.

Providing you with a final registered deed as proof of transfer.

Vacating the property by the agreed date.

Ensuring the property is left in the condition stated in the contract.

Understanding Compliance Certificates

These are legal requirements for a valid sale in South Africa. The seller is responsible for obtaining them. We guide you through the entire process.

Electrical Certificate of Compliance (CoC)

Required for every property. Valid for 2 years from date of issue. Ensures the electrical installation is safe and complies with regulations.

Beetle Certificate

Commonly required in coastal areas. Valid for 3-6 months. Checks for wood-destroying beetles (borer beetles) that can cause structural damage.

Water/Plumbing CoC

Mandatory in Cape Town. Confirms the water installation is compliant, leak-free, and meets municipal by-laws.

Gas Certificate of Conformity

Required if gas appliances are installed. Ensures safe installation by a registered gas practitioner. Valid for the life of the installation if not modified.

Our Trusted Network

We work with certified, reputable professionals to obtain these certificates efficiently and at competitive rates, saving you the time and hassle of finding trusted providers.