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First-Time Buyers

What to Expect

  1. 1We start with a free pre-qualification so you know exactly what you can afford before you start looking.
  2. 2We explain every part of the process in plain language so there are no surprises at any stage.
  3. 3Once you have a signed Offer to Purchase, we submit to multiple banks and present your best options.
  4. 4We stay with you through bond registration and the handover of your keys.

Documents You May Need

  • South African ID or passport
  • Latest 3 months payslips (or 6 months if you have variable income)
  • Latest 3 to 6 months' bank statements
  • Signed Offer to Purchase (once you have found a property)
  • FLISP application documents if you qualify for the government subsidy

Why ooba Bloemfontein

  • We have guided hundreds of first-time buyers through this process and know every question before you ask it.
  • We can advise on whether attorney registration and transfer fees can be added to your bond amount, reducing the upfront cash you need on transfer day.
  • You deal directly with our team throughout, not a call centre, from first conversation to getting the keys.

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