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Article 20 of 74

The purchase price is not the full cost of buying.

Buyers should budget for transaction expenses as well as the deposit and purchase price. Costs can include transfer duty or VAT, conveyancing charges, bond-related costs, inspections, moving expenses and initial ownership costs.

PROPERTY INSIGHT 20 The purchase price is not the full cost of buying.

What to know

  • Ask for a current transfer-cost estimate before making an offer.
  • Check whether the transaction is subject to transfer duty or VAT.
  • Allow for bond-registration costs where finance is used.
  • Keep a cash buffer for occupation, deposits, utilities and immediate maintenance.
Important Information

The information in Fabulous Homes Insights is provided for general property education and information. Property, tax, finance, sectional-title, rental, municipal and compliance matters can differ according to individual circumstances, contractual terms, scheme rules, municipal requirements and changes in law. Where necessary, readers should obtain advice from an appropriate attorney, conveyancer, tax practitioner, financial professional, property practitioner, engineer, inspector or other suitably qualified professional.

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