🛑 THINKING OF BUYING PROPERTY IN ZIMBABWE? READ THIS BEFORE YOU PAY! 🇿🇼

Buying a home or a residential stand is likely the biggest investment you will ever make. It represents years of hard work, sacrifice, and dreams for the future.

But here is the hard truth: A "For Sale" sign and a set of keys don't always mean a legal sale.

In our legal practice, we see too many "Ghost Sales" where buyers lose their life savings to fraudsters. This is why Due Diligence is not optional—it is your only shield.

What exactly is Due Diligence?

In layman’s terms, it’s doing your "legal homework" before any money changes hands. Here are the 3 non-negotiables:

 Verify the Title Deed: We don't just look at a photocopy. We verify the original at the Deeds Office to ensure the person selling the house is actually the registered owner and that there are no hidden "caveats" (legal blocks) on the property.

 Check the Paper Trail (Cession): If you are buying a stand under Cession, we go directly to the relevant City Council or the Developer’s office. You’d be surprised how many stands are sold to three different people at the same time!

 The "Clean Slate" Check: You don’t want to inherit the seller’s $5,000 unpaid water bill or find out later that Capital Gains Tax wasn't cleared. We ensure you take over a property that is debt-free.

The Bottom Line:

A lawyer’s verification fee is a tiny fraction of what you stand to lose if a deal goes wrong. Don't let the excitement of a "bargain" blind you to the risks.

Are you looking at a property right now?

Don't sign that Agreement of Sale until a legal practitioner has looked at the papers. Your peace of mind is worth it.

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Legal Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is for general informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute formal legal advice. Property laws and regulations in Zimbabwe are subject to change, and every transaction has unique circumstances. Always consult with a registered legal practitioner before signing any agreements or making payments for property.