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Property Law in Somerset West.
Transfers, bonds, sectional title and developments — handled by conveyancers who lodge at the Cape Town Deeds Office themselves.
What we handle
3 attorneys in this area- Conveyancing & property transfers
- Bond registrations
- Property developments
- Sectional title schemes
- Sale & lease agreements
- Conveyancer’s certificates
- Creation of servitudes
- Correspondent work
From single transfers to large developments, property disputes and bond registrations, we provide trusted legal guidance for all property matters, ensuring that your rights and investments are protected at every step.
Your matter is handled by the attorney you meet — not passed down the line. We explain each step, what it costs and how long it is likely to take, before you commit.
Common questions about property law.
How long does a property transfer take in the Western Cape?
Most transfers take about two to three months from the signed offer to registration at the Cape Town Deeds Office. The main variables are bond approval, the municipal rates clearance certificate and, where there is one, cancellation of the seller's existing bond. We tell you where your transfer stands at each step.
Who appoints the conveyancer when a property is sold?
The seller usually appoints the transferring conveyancer, often in the offer to purchase. If the buyer takes out a bond, the buyer's bank appoints its own attorney to register the new bond, and the seller's bank appoints one to cancel the old bond. The three attorneys lodge at the Deeds Office together.
What costs does a buyer pay when buying property?
The buyer usually pays the transfer costs. These are the conveyancer's fee, Deeds Office fees and, above the threshold SARS sets each year, transfer duty. Bond registration costs are added if you finance the purchase. We give you a written estimate before you sign.
How is a sectional title transfer different?
A sectional title unit, such as a flat or a unit in a townhouse complex, also needs a levy clearance certificate from the body corporate, and the buyer becomes bound by the scheme's rules. Otherwise the process follows a normal transfer through the Deeds Office.
Do I need a conveyancer to register a servitude?
Yes. A servitude, such as a right of way over a neighbour's land, is only binding on future owners once it is registered against the title deed. A conveyancer or notary prepares the deed and lodges it at the Deeds Office.
General information only, not legal advice. Every matter turns on its own facts — speak to us about yours.