Posted on 7/9/2025 4:13 PM By Cor van Deventer
Under South African law, estate agents and property practitioners are held to strict compliance standards — especially when it comes to their entitlement to commission. One of the most critical of these requirements is holding a valid Fidelity Fund Certificate at the time of performing any estate agency service.
Posted on 5/20/2025 4:02 PM By Cor van Deventer
Estate agent commission in South Africa is not fixed by law. It varies widely based on the agent, the mandate agreement, the market conditions, and, crucially, what the seller agrees to upfront. This creates both an opportunity and a risk: sellers can often negotiate better terms, but they can also find themselves locked into unfavourable commission arrangements.