Quick answer: Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property ownership from seller to buyer. A conveyancing attorney prepares and lodges the transfer documents at the Deeds Office, manages compliance (including FICA), and drives the transaction through to registration.
Buying or selling property is exciting. It can also get expensive and stressful fast if the paperwork is sloppy, timelines are vague, and nobody takes ownership of the process.
At SD Law & Associates we handle property transfers with a simple goal: no surprises. You know what’s required, what it costs, and what happens next.
What we do (conveyancing services)
- Property transfers (sale transfers and related ownership changes)
- Deeds Office lodgements and registration support
- Bond registration and bond cancellation support
- Seller/buyer guidance on documents, signatures, and practical timelines
- Review of your Offer to Purchase / deed of sale before problems become delays
Start here: costs, duty, title deeds, and timelines
- Conveyancing fees & transfer costs (what you pay and why)
- Transfer duty calculator & SARS rates (South Africa)
- Title deeds & the Deeds Office (including how searches work)
- Bond registration & cancellation (what happens and what it costs)
- Property transfer process & timeline (step-by-step)
Why property transfers get delayed
Most delays are not “bad luck”. They’re predictable. Here are the usual culprits:
- Missing FICA documents or expired proof of address
- Incorrect names, ID numbers, marital status details, or property descriptions
- Unclear suspensive conditions in the Offer to Purchase
- Late bond approval or bond instruction issues
- Municipal / clearance requirements not started early enough
- Sectional title admin: managing agent documents, levy clearance, rules, trustee approvals
If you want to avoid the “we’ll see” treatment, get your paperwork right upfront. Start with:
- Property sale agreement basics (what must be in the contract)
- Cancelling an OTP: when defects do (and don’t) justify it
Our approach: clear process, clear communication
We handle transfers selectively so we can keep a close professional eye on the transaction from A to Z. That means you get:
- Clarity on what you need to sign and when
- Visibility on the steps still outstanding
- Realistic expectations about timing and third-party dependencies
- Proactive issue-spotting before lodgement becomes rejection
Request a conveyancing quote (fast, no obligation)
If you want a cost estimate and a practical game plan, send us:
- The purchase price
- The property address (or erf details if you have them)
- Your Offer to Purchase / deed of sale (PDF is fine)
- Whether a bond is involved
Contact us here: https://www.sdlaw.co.za/contact/
FAQ
Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring ownership of property. It includes drafting and signing transfer documents, compliance checks, and Deeds Office registration.
In most sales, the seller nominates the transferring attorney, but parties can agree differently in the contract. The important part is that the attorney is experienced and proactive.
It depends on signatures, finance, third-party certificates, and Deeds Office processes. A well-managed transfer is usually much faster than a transfer where documents are missing or conditions are unclear.
Typically ID, proof of address, marital status info, and any supporting documents relevant to the transaction. We tell you exactly what is required for your situation.
Yes. We assist clients nationally and can guide you remotely with clear instructions and document handling.
Disclaimer: This page is general information and not legal advice. Each transfer has its own facts and requirements.