The seller must provide certificates for Electrical, Gas, Electric Fencing, and (in some regions) Beetle or Plumbing.
This means "as is." Inspect the roof, geyser, and walls carefully, as the seller is generally only liable for latent (hidden) defects they knew about but didn't disclose. 4. The Waiting Game: Transfer and Registration
Use services like BetterBond or ooba. They negotiate with multiple banks (Standard Bank, FNB, Nedbank, Absa) to find you the best interest rate (prime vs. prime plus/minus).
Features like electric fencing, JoJo tanks (for water backup), and solar/inverter systems for load shedding (power outages) are currently high-value "must-haves." 3. The Offer: Putting it on Paper