André van Eeden - CCH Commercial, Industrial & Residential Sales & Letting

30/08/2026

“He who is not contented with what he has, would not be contented with what he would like to have.” – Socrates

Sometimes, we spend so much time waiting for the next opportunity or chapter that we forget to appreciate the life we are already living. If happiness always depends on having more, there will always be something else to chase.

True contentment doesn’t mean giving up on your dreams. It means being grateful for where you are while working towards where you want to be.

Today, take a moment to appreciate what you already have – the people, the home, the memories, the small victories and the blessings money can’t buy.🙂

28/08/2026

𝐁𝐮𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦? 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 “𝐃𝐮𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞”

Our latest article breaks down exactly what buyers should investigate before committing to a farm purchase and which specialists you should have on your side.

Buying a farm is far more than buying land and buildings. You could be buying water rights, livestock, crops, infrastructure, existing contracts, environmental obligations, farmworkers’ rights and potentially an entire farming business.

A proper 𝐝𝐮𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 can uncover hidden risks before they become your expensive problem – from water rights and zoning to building plans, environmental compliance, production records, title restrictions, land claims and much more.

Read the full article here: https://www.cch.co.za/news/buying-a-farm-what-to-include-in-the-due-diligence/

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐮𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲? Our experienced property professionals can help you navigate the process from the first viewing through to the final transfer.

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Author – Benhard Wiese

26/08/2026

Property Market Terminology | A Quick Guide To VAT Zero-Rating

When two VAT-registered companies buy and sell a property in South Africa, the transaction can be 𝐳𝐞𝐫𝐨-𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐕𝐀𝐓 (𝟎%) under Section 11(1)(e) of the Value-Added Tax Act – but only if the property is sold as part of an 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞-𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐧, such as commercial leasing or an active hotel business, with all necessary assets transferred.

🔴CORE REQUIREMENTS FOR ZERO-RATING

• Both the buyer and seller must be registered as VAT vendors at the date of registration of transfer.
• The property must form an income-earning enterprise (e.g., an office block with active tenants) rather than a vacant or non-functional structure.
• The agreement must be in writing.
• The contract must explicitly state that the property is sold as a going concern and that the VAT rate is 0% (zero-rated).
• The earning activity must continue uninterrupted by the buyer.

⚠️IMPORTANT RULES AND RISKS

No Overlap: Property transactions are subject to either standard/zero-rated VAT or transfer duty, but never both at the same time.

Failed Qualification: If SARS later rules that the transaction did not qualify as a going concern (e.g., the building was vacant and had no active leases), the seller is liable for standard-rate VAT (15%) plus potential interest and penalties.

Contractual Protection: Sale agreements should always include a fallback clause stating that if SARS disallows the zero-rating, the buyer must pay the standard 15% VAT amount to the seller.

𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐛𝐮𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐧𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞.

24/08/2026

𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐚 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞’𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐢𝐫’𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲

What happens when a property is left to an heir in a will, but the surviving spouse cannot afford to support themselves?

A recent Supreme Court of Appeal judgment highlights an important aspect of South African estate and property law: a surviving spouse may have a statutory claim for maintenance against a deceased estate, and in certain circumstances, that claim can significantly affect or even exhaust the assets available to heirs.

▶️For property owners, heirs and families dealing with deceased estates, this is an important read.

Read the full article: https://www.cch.co.za/news/when-a-surviving-spouses-maintenance-needs-take-priority-over-an-heirs-inheritance-of-property/



Source: Herold Gie Attorneys

24/08/2026

JUST LISTED |📍Constantia Kloof, Roodepoort – R1 450 000

View full listing: https://www.cch.co.za/results/residential/for-sale/roodepoort/constantia-kloof/apartment/3412956/

EXCLUSIVE SOLE MANDATE

Situated in the sought-after Sierra Montego complex in Constantia Kloof, this well-kept top-floor apartment offers comfortable living, excellent security and beautiful views.

The apartment features 2 spacious bedrooms, with the main bedroom offering an en-suite bathroom. There is also a guest bathroom with a shower.

The kitchen flows into the dining area and lounge, creating a welcoming open-plan living space. The lounge opens onto a private balcony with a built-in braai, making it the perfect spot to relax, entertain and enjoy the spectacular views.

The property also offers a single 17m² automated garage plus a carport, providing secure and convenient parking.

Additional features include:

• Main bedroom with en-suite bathroom
• Guest bathroom with shower
• Open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge
• Private balcony with built-in braai
• Single automated garage & carport
• Alarm system
• DSTV satellite dish
• Beautiful, elevated views

A particularly appealing feature is the excellent security arrangement: there is only one secure entrance serving two apartments on the split level, providing an added sense of privacy and exclusivity.

This apartment is an excellent opportunity for those looking for secure, comfortable living in a well-positioned and sought-after Johannesburg suburb.

About Constantia Kloof

Constantia Kloof is an upmarket, scenic suburb of Roodepoort, situated along the Constantia Ridge. The suburb offers a convenient blend of tranquil residential living and accessibility, with major commercial and office parks nearby and easy access to the N1 highway.

André van Eeden - CCH Commercial, Industrial & Residential Sales & Letting
☎️083 715 3662 / [email protected]
Candidate Estate Agent – PPRA Registered

23/08/2026

23/08/2026

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” – African Proverb

Success is rarely about how quickly we can get somewhere, it’s about who we choose to walk the journey with us.

We can achieve a lot on our own, but when we work together, support one another, celebrate each other’s successes and help carry the load when things get challenging, we create something far more meaningful.

So, whether it’s in business or in everyday life, remember: you may get there faster alone, but together, you can go so much further.💫

17/08/2026

JUST LISTED | Authentic 8 Bedroom Karoo Elegance in📍Prince Albert, Great Karoo

R15 500 000

🎥Step inside and experience the full 3D virtual tour: https://www.cch.co.za/results/residential/for-sale/prince-albert/prince-albert/house/3328297/

A beautifully restored 1913 Cape Dutch village home in the heart of Prince Albert, where heritage, contemporary design and authentic South African character come together. Currently operating as a bespoke guesthouse, this extraordinary property can also become a private residence – a rare opportunity to own a truly one-of-a-kind Karoo sanctuary.

Set within a luscious, landscaped 1,600m² farm-style garden, the property features its own leiwater irrigation dam, fire pit, eco swimming pool and two separate dwellings – the Victorian House and Pool House. The Victorian House offers three beautifully appointed suites, two living rooms, a cinema room and two fully equipped kitchens, including a fire kitchen with an open-hearth braai area. The light-filled Pool House opens directly onto the pool and offers two studio suites, an open-plan kitchen, spacious stoep and entertainment area, with an additional outdoor kitchen, garden pavilion and yoga deck.

The Karoo teaches you to live outside. Outdoor lounges, fire kitchens, a pool veranda, dinner beneath a century-old wild fig and evenings beneath the star-filled Karoo sky. The landscaped garden is a true sanctuary, with a 5-zone irrigation system, sculpture garden, vegetable and herb gardens, and abundant birdlife.

The property offers multiple opportunities: continue as a truly authentic 5-star guest facility, use one dwelling as a private home while the other remains an income-generating self-catering facility, or make it your own work-from-home sanctuary.

To learn more about Prince Albert, please follow the link to our area profile: https://www.cch.co.za/area-profiles/prince-albert/prince-albert/

A home that is not simply seen, but experienced – where the Karoo teaches you to slow down, breathe deeply and live beautifully.🌿

Contact Anna Wiese & André van Eeden - CCH Commercial, Industrial & Residential Sales & Letting
📞072 331 1959 | 083 715 3662
[email protected] | [email protected]
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