Rates clearance certificate
A municipal certificate confirming that rates, taxes, and related municipal amounts required for transfer have been dealt with.
Definition
A rates clearance certificate is commonly required before immovable property can be transferred. The conveyancer usually works with municipal figures, seller payments, clearance validity, sectional-title levy clearance where relevant, and timing before lodgement at the Deeds Office.
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A municipal certificate confirming that rates, taxes, and related municipal amounts required for transfer have been dealt with.
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Municipal arrears
Property transfer delay
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What does Rates clearance certificate mean?
A municipal certificate confirming that rates, taxes, and related municipal amounts required for transfer have been dealt with.
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