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The Cash Sale Deed is a fundamental legal document in South African property transactions where the purchase price is paid in full without mortgage financing. It is used whenever immovable property is sold for cash, whether residential, commercial, or industrial. The document must comply with strict requirements under South African law, particularly the Alienation of Land Act and the Deeds Registries Act. It contains comprehensive details about the property, parties involved, purchase price, payment terms, and conditions of sale. The deed serves multiple purposes: it evidences the agreement between parties, facilitates property transfer registration, and provides necessary information for tax and municipal authorities. It's a crucial document that forms the basis for the conveyancer's work in transferring property ownership.

1. Parties: Full details of the Seller and Purchaser, including their legal names, identity numbers, marital status, and contact details

2. Background: Brief context of the sale transaction and confirmation that the Seller is the registered owner of the property

3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the deed

4. Property Description: Detailed legal description of the property including erf number, physical address, extent, and registration division

5. Purchase Price: Statement of the agreed purchase price and confirmation that it will be paid in cash

6. Payment Terms: Details of how and when the purchase price will be paid, including payment method and banking details

7. Transfer and Registration: Provisions regarding the transfer process, appointment of conveyancer, and registration of the property

8. Possession and Occupation: Date of transfer of possession and occupation, and related conditions

9. Rates and Taxes: Provisions for payment of rates, taxes, and other charges up to date of transfer

10. Warranties: Seller's warranties regarding the property's condition, title, and encumbrances

11. Risk and Insurance: Transfer of risk and responsibility for insurance

12. Costs: Allocation of transfer costs, legal fees, and other expenses

13. Domicilium: Physical addresses chosen by parties for legal notices

14. Signatures: Signature blocks for all parties, including witnesses