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If you run an estate agency in South Africa, the way you reach potential buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants changed on 15 April 2026 - and the change is bigger than most principals realise. The Consumer Protection Act has been amended to introduce a national "Do Not Contact" register, and the new regime applies imm
For most property practitioners, few things are more frustrating than closing a deal - only to have it collapse before registration.
When the property market heats up, sellers are often lucky enough to receive more than one offer to purchase (OTP)at the same time. While it's a great position to be in, it also comes with potential legal and ethical pitfalls - especially for estate agents and sellers who don't follow due process.
One of the most common suspensive conditions in South African property transactions is the "subject to sale" clause - where a buyer's offer to purchase (OTP) depends on them first selling their existing property.
When someone passes away, their assets - including immovable property - form part of their deceased estate. If the property is to be sold, it cannot be treated like an ordinary sale. There is a defined legal process that must be followed before transfer can take place. Understanding the steps upfront helps families, he
When it comes to selling property, few documents are as important as the mandate agreement between an estate agent and a seller. Yet, mandates are often misunderstood, rushed, or poorly drafted - leading to commission disputes, strained relationships, and even litigation.
In the South African property industry, commission splits have become one of the hottest talking points since 2020. With the rise of cloud-based brokerages and "agent attraction" models, many companies now offer eye-catching splits of 70%, 80%, or even 100% to lure agents away from traditional firms.
The real estate industry has always been quick to evolve, but few shifts have been as dramatic as the one we've seen since 2020. Traditionally, real estate was all about buyers and sellers - estate agents built their business on listings, show days, and closing deals. But in recent years, a new model has disrupted the
Every estate agent in South Africa knows the struggle: you've submitted your Fidelity Fund Certificate (FFC) application to the Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA), paid your fees, and… nothing happens. Weeks or even months go by without a certificate being issued.
In the world of real estate, commission is the lifeblood of an estate agent's income. But what happens if an agent closes a deal while their Fidelity Fund Certificate (FFC) is expired or invalid? A recent High Court case has once again highlighted a critical point: without a valid FFC, an estate agent may have no legal
Commission disputes between estate agents are not uncommon - but few have been as clarifying as City & Atlantic Real Estate (RE/MAX Living) vs Kapstadt International Properties. The Western Cape High Court, in late 2024, delivered a judgment that affirmed key legal principles around agency, mandates, and when an agent
A listing appointment is your opportunity to build trust, position yourself as the expert, and set clear expectations with the seller. Too often, agents rely on generic presentations that focus on their own achievements instead of addressing the real issues sellers need to understand. If you want to stand out, make sur
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