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Should my parents pay the municipality for an RDP house they gave to my uncle?

It depends on the arrangement between your parents and your uncle.

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Can I change the dependent I registered as the sole beneficiary of my RDP house?

Yes, you need to decide to whom you wish to leave the house

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How can I transfer ownership of a plot I bought?

You need to consult with a conveyancing attorney

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How much does it cost to change ownership of a house?

There are several costs involved in the process

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I bought an RDP house without the title deed and now the seller wants the house back. What must I do?

You need to get some legal advice

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Is it possible for my family and I to get an empty RDP house near us?

You need to ask the municipality who owns the house.

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What can you do if you’re unable to pay rent during lockdown?

No one can be evicted during the lockdown for any reason.

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Can I remove illegal occupants staying at a house for which I have a letter of authority?

Under ordinary circumstances, no one can be evicted without a court order.

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Which documents do I need to swap my RDP house?

You should go to the conveyancing attorney’s office.

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How can I get the title deed of an RDP house I've lived in since 1998?

You need to visit your nearest Deeds Office.

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