PROPERTY RELATED ARTICLES

When it comes to property ownership in South Africa, a title deed is more than just a piece of paper—it is the foundation of legal property rights. Whether you’re buying, selling, or managing property, understanding the significance of title deeds is essential for protecting your investment and ensuring a smooth transaction. This article explores what title deeds are, why they are crucial in the South African property market, and how MyDeedSearch.co.za can...

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When purchasing a property in South Africa, one of the most crucial documents you'll encounter is the title deed. This document serves as legal proof of ownership and outlines the conditions and rights tied to the property. While your bank or bond provider typically holds the original title deed until the property is fully paid off, understanding its contents is essential for every property owner. Why Title Deeds Are Important The title deed doesn’t just...

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Why Free Title Deed Searches Are Not Possible in South Africa When it comes to property ownership and transactions in South Africa, title deeds are crucial documents. They provide legal proof of ownership, outline the property's boundaries, and detail any financial or legal encumbrances. Understandably, many people look for ways to access this information, but the reality is that a free title deed search is not possible. Here's why. Title Deeds...

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Have you ever wondered who actually holds the original Title Deeds (Deed of Transfer) for your property in South Africa? Understanding where this critical document is kept can save you time, money, and stress in the future. At mydeedsearch, we help you navigate the complexities of property ownership and document retrieval, ensuring you have access to the information you need. Where is Your Title Deed? If Your Property is Bond...

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When embarking on construction or making alterations to your property in South Africa, it's vital to start with a solid understanding of your property's legal boundaries and requirements. At mydeedsearch, we offer a full range of services to help you secure the essential documents needed for your building projects across the country. Why Securing Your Title Deed is Crucial The Title Deed is more than just a piece of paper—it's a legal do...

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The Deeds Office is responsible for the registration, management, and maintenance of the property registry of South Africa. There are 11 deeds offices (Pretoria, Cape Town, Johannesburg, Mpumalanga, Pietermaritzburg, Bloemfontein, Vryburg, King Williams Town, Umtata, Limpopo and Bloemfontein). You can get information from the deeds registry on the following:  The registered owner of a property The conditions affecting such property Interdicts and con...

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Traditionally you had to go into the Deeds Office to get a copy of your Title Deed. Now, you can request it online, pay the necessary fees and get it delivered straight to your inbox. We have been doing this for quite some time and have refined our processes. It has never been easier to get a copy of your title deed (deed of transfer).    ...

Read more about How do I get a copy of my Title Deeds in South Africa

We provide you with Marriage Contracts, Title Deeds (Deed of Transfer), Bond Documents, Sales History, Property Ownership and all other Deeds Office related information for the whole of South Africa. All this can be done electronically without physically going to the Deeds Office. You do not need an account and payment can be done via Credit Card or Bank Transfer....

Read more about Deed Office information from Pretoria, Johannesburg, Cape Town, Pietermaritzburg, Mpumalanga and all other deeds offices

Why should a home owner have a copy of the Title Deed or why should a home buyer take a look at the Title Deed before buying a property? These are quite valid questions being asked by our customers all the time. It is of critical importance to have a copy of the Title Deed (usually called a Deed of Transfer) to ensure you know exactly what restrictions there are on a property. Imagine you buying a property only to later find out that there is a municipal pipe running through your backy...

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The Deeds Office is responsible for the registration, management and maintenance of the property registry of South Africa. It also keeps copies of ante nuptial (marriage) contracts. You can get information from the deeds registry on the following: the registered owner of a property the conditions affecting such property interdicts and contracts in respect of the property purchase price of the property rules of a sectional title...

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