South Africa
Offer to Purchase (Immovable Property)
R599
Create a written offer to purchase immovable property, covering the purchase price, deposit, bond approval, suspensive conditions, occupation, occupational rent, fixtures, transfer process, and breach.
An offer to purchase is used when a purchaser formally offers to buy immovable property. Once accepted by the seller, it usually becomes a binding sale agreement if it complies with legal formalities.
South African legal context (2026 checklist)
A sale of land must be in writing and signed by the parties or their authorised agents. The document should be accurate and complete because disputes often arise about suspensive conditions, bond approval, fixtures, occupation, transfer costs, defects, and breach.
- Alienation of Land Act 68 of 1981
- South African common law of sale and contract
- Deeds Registries Act 47 of 1937
- Property Practitioners Act 22 of 2019, where an estate agent/property practitioner is involved
- Financial Intelligence Centre Act 38 of 2001
- Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008, where applicable
- Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013
Use this as a starting point only. Verify current gazetted amendments, tribunal rules, and SARS / DOL circulars that may apply to your matter.
Typical questions we'll walk you through
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Who is the purchaser?
Who is the seller?
What property is being purchased?
What is the purchase price?
What deposit is payable?
Is the sale subject to bond approval?
Is the sale subject to sale of another property?
When will occupation be given?
Will occupational rent be payable?
Which fixtures and fittings are included?
Who will appoint the conveyancer?
What happens if either party breaches?
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