Resources
Guides, tips, and insights about South African property and deeds.
What Is a Title Deed in South Africa?
A title deed is the document that legally proves who owns a piece of property in South Africa. Here is what it contains, where the original is kept, and how to get a copy.
27 March 2026
How-ToHow to Search the SA Deeds Registry Online
A step-by-step guide to searching the South African deeds registry — by address, by erf number, or by owner. Three routes compared.
28 March 2026
GuidesUnderstanding Erf Numbers in South Africa
An erf number is the deeds registry's unique identifier for a piece of land. Here is how to read one, where to find yours, and how to search by erf number.
29 March 2026
ReferenceSouth Africa Deeds Registries: Complete List
South Africa's deeds registries cover the country province by province. Here is the complete list with jurisdictions and what each one handles.
30 March 2026
GuidesProperty Transfer Process in South Africa
The South African property transfer process from offer-to-purchase to deeds-office registration takes 8-12 weeks on average. Here is what happens at each step.
31 March 2026
How-ToHow to Read a DeedsCheck Property Report
A DeedsCheck Property Search Report packs a lot of registry information into a few pages. Here is what each section means and how to interpret it.
1 April 2026
GuidesSectional Title vs Freehold Property — Comparison Guide
Sectional title and freehold are the two main ways to own residential property in South Africa. Here is how they differ and which suits which buyer.
2 April 2026
GuidesWhat Is a Property Bond (Mortgage)?
A property bond is a mortgage — a loan secured against your house, registered at the deeds office. Here is how bonds work in South Africa.
3 April 2026
How-ToHow to Check Who Owns a Property in South Africa
Property ownership in South Africa is public information held by the deeds registry. Here is how to look up the owner of any registered property — legally, online, or in person.
4 April 2026