Buying or selling property can be a stressful and time-consuming affair, with many things to remember and consider along the way.

T HERE are six steps in a property transaction:

• The offer to purchase, done through an estate agent;
• The registration of the bond, done through a conveyancing attorney or bank;
• The appointment of the conveyancing attorney;
• The clearance process, done through the municipality;
• The registration of deeds, done by the Deeds Office, or the Department of Agriculture and Land Affairs; and
• The transfer of ownership, done by the Deeds Office, or the Department of Agriculture and Land Affairs. 

Buyers and sellers also need to:

• Apply for municipal services if you are the buyer; and
• Close your services account if you are the seller.
• Clearance Certificates
• Opening an account
• Deposits
• Property developments
• Certificate of occupancy