The Critical Role of Conveyancers in South African Property Transactions
Buying or selling property in South Africa can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to go it alone. At Benaters, our specialist conveyancers walk with you every step of the way, making sure your transaction is smooth, secure, and stress-free.
Why Hire a Specialist Conveyancer?
A conveyancer is a qualified attorney authorised by the High Court to lodge property transfers at the Deeds Office. With South Africa’s complex property laws and time-sensitive requirements, having a dedicated expert is essential.
With Benaters, you benefit from:
✔️ Legal compliance
✔️ Accurate documentation
✔️ Bank, municipal & SARS coordination
✔️ Protection against delays, errors, and red flags
Our Conveyancing Services
No matter your scenario, Benaters has you covered:
• Residential Transfers – Private sales or bond-financed deals.
• Commercial Transfers – Offices, retail, industrial properties.
• Sectional Title Transfers – Includes Body Corporates.
• Deceased Estate Transfers – We simplify transfers after loss of a loved one.
• Divorce Transfers – Ensuring legal compliance with court orders.
The Conveyancing Journey: Step by Step
Here’s how we support you from start to finish:
1. Instruction & Mandate: We receive the agreement and your documents.
2. FICA & Drafting: Compliance checks + drafting Power of Attorney, Deed documents, SARS forms, and more.
3. Clearances: Municipal & Body Corporate clearance applications.
4. Transfer Duty: Calculated and paid—or exemptions applied.
5. Bond Work: Coordinate bond cancellation or registration with attorneys and banks.
6. Lodgement: Documents lodged at the Deeds Office for examination.
7. Registration & Funds: Ownership transfers, payout to agreed parties, and deed release.
Common Pitfalls—and How We Avoid Them
Even a simple oversight can derail a property transaction. Here are frequent issues we help our clients avoid:
✖️ Unsigned or unclear sale agreements
✖️ Municipal or Body Corporate clearance delays
✖️ Miscalculated transfer duty
✖️ Document errors causing Deeds Office rejections
✖️ Poor communication between parties
FAQs
How long does this take?
About 6–10 weeks, depending on bond approval, clearance certificates, and Deeds Office turnaround.
Who chooses the conveyancer?
Usually the seller, but the parties may agree differently; we're happy to accommodate.
What are the fees?
Based on the Legal Practice Council’s scale, fees are clear and transparent.
Overseas?
No problem! We offer virtual consultations and courier services for signing.
Why Benaters?
• Over 15 years of conveyancing experience
• Trusted specialists in deceased estates and notary services
• National reach and international client support
• Friendly, responsive, client-focused service
• Hundreds of 5‑star Google reviews
We don’t just handle paperwork—we partner with you to make your property journey as smooth and safe as possible.
Ready to get started?
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