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The Cash Sale House Contract is a specialized legal document used in South African property transactions where the buyer purchases a property without mortgage financing. This type of agreement is particularly important as it must comply with various South African legislative requirements, including the Alienation of Land Act, Consumer Protection Act, and Deeds Registries Act. The document typically includes comprehensive details about the property, purchase price, transfer process, and compliance requirements. It's commonly used in situations where buyers have immediate access to funds, such as from investments, savings, or proceeds from another property sale. The agreement must be in writing and signed by all parties to be legally valid in South Africa, and it serves as the foundation document for the property transfer process.

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

2. Background: Brief context of the sale and confirmation that the Seller owns and wishes to sell the property to the Purchaser

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

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

5. Purchase Price: The agreed purchase price and payment terms including deposit details and payment timeline

6. Transfer and Registration: Process and timeline for property transfer, appointment of conveyancer, and registration requirements

7. Possession and Occupation: Date of occupation, occupational rent if applicable, and conditions of possession

8. Compliance Certificates: Required certificates including electrical, gas, electric fence, and beetle certificates

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

10. Warranties and Representations: Seller's warranties regarding the property condition and any disclosed defects

11. Municipal Accounts: Responsibilities for municipal accounts, rates, and taxes

12. Agent Commission: Details of estate agent commission if applicable

13. Breach: Consequences and remedies in case of breach by either party

14. Dispute Resolution: Process for resolving disputes between parties

15. General Terms: Standard legal provisions including whole agreement, variation, and governing law