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One application. Multiple banks. Lowest interest rates. We take the hassle out of getting a home loan — and it costs you nothing.

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Ashwini Deosaran, independent bond originator at Better Value Bonds

Let's turn your property dreams into reality

With over 16 years of banking experience, we take the hassle out of the home loan process. Instead of completing separate applications and dealing with different consultants at every bank, we manage the entire process on your behalf — keeping you informed at every step while working to secure the most suitable home loan for your needs.

Whether you're:

  • Buying your first home
  • Upgrading to your dream home
  • Investing in property
  • Refinancing your existing bond

We're here to make the journey as smooth as possible.

Why choose us

One application, multiple banks

No need to complete separate applications for each bank — we do it once, and send it everywhere.

Lowest interest rates

We negotiate on your behalf by making the banks compete for your business.

100% free service

Our service comes at absolutely no cost to you — ever.

Hassle-free process

We handle the paperwork, submissions, follow-ups and negotiations, start to finish.

The process

How bond origination works

Six steps from first conversation to keys in your hand.

1

Free assessment

A quick, no-obligation chat about your goals, income and what you can comfortably afford.

2

Document collection

We tell you exactly what each bank needs, and help you gather it — no guesswork.

3

Multi-bank submission

One application, submitted to multiple banks at once, so you're not starting from scratch each time.

4

Negotiation

We compare every offer and push each bank for the best possible interest rate.

5

Bond approval

You choose the best offer; we explain the fine print in plain language before you sign.

6

Attorneys & registration

We coordinate with the conveyancing and bond attorneys through to registration — typically 8–12 weeks.

Bond calculator

What could your bond actually cost?

Estimate your monthly repayment, transfer duty and the cash you'll need to close — using current South African rates and SARS transfer duty brackets.

SA prime is 10.5% (Sept 2026). Banks quote prime ± a margin based on your credit profile.
Used only to estimate FLISP / First Home Finance eligibility below.
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No transfer duty is payable on the first R1,210,000 of a property's value (SARS 2026/27 table). Attorney fees use the LSSA Guideline of Fees tariff, applied to both the transfer attorney (on purchase price) and the bank's bond attorney (on loan amount) — the same way bond originator calculators typically present this figure. A separate bank bond initiation fee (capped at R6,037.50 under the National Credit Act) also applies at registration and isn't included above. Ask us for an exact quote from our conveyancing panel.
First-time buyers

What first-time buyers need to know

The government support and cost-saving mechanisms most buyers only find out about too late.

FLISP — now officially called First Home Finance — is a once-off, non-repayable government subsidy for first-time buyers in the "gap market": people who earn too much for RDP housing but still find it hard to qualify for a full home loan on their own.

To qualify, you generally need to:

  • Be a South African citizen with a valid ID, or a permanent resident with a valid permit
  • Be 18 or older and legally competent to sign a contract
  • Earn a gross household income of between R3,501 and R22,000 per month
  • Be married, cohabiting with a partner, or single with a proven financial dependent — a single applicant with no dependents doesn't qualify
  • Have never owned residential property before, and never received a government housing subsidy before
  • Have an approved (or approved-in-principle) home loan from a participating bank

The subsidy is paid directly to your bank, not to you, and is typically used to reduce the bond amount you need — which lowers your monthly repayment for the life of the loan. Try your income in the calculator above for an estimate, or ask us to check your eligibility.

  1. What "transfer costs" actually are — a breakdown, not one lump fee:
    • Transfer duty — a tax paid to SARS, not a service fee. Zero under R1,210,000, then sliding scale above that (this ties directly into the calculator above).
    • Transfer attorney (conveyancer) fee — for legally moving ownership from seller to buyer at the Deeds Office. This is the fee most people mean when they say "transfer costs."
    • Deeds Office registration fee — a small, separate fixed government fee to register the transfer.
    • Other disbursements — FICA/compliance checks, rates clearance figures, petties, postage and courier costs.
  2. Who appoints the transfer attorney — and why it surprises people: By long-standing South African convention (and rooted in the Deeds Registries Act), the seller chooses the transfer attorney, not the buyer — even though it's the buyer who pays for it. This can be changed if it's negotiated and written into the Offer to Purchase upfront, but by default, the buyer doesn't get to pick.
  3. This is a different attorney from your bond attorney. Your bond attorney (who registers your new home loan) is a separate appointment, arranged through the bank's conveyancing panel — a different firm, a different fee, paid separately. It's normal to get two separate accounts, not one.
  4. When it's due. Transfer costs are paid before the property can be registered in your name — separate from your deposit, and separate from your bond. The transfer attorney will typically request payment once appointed and the figures are finalised.
  5. What to do about it. You can't choose the transfer attorney, but you can ask early for a written cost estimate so there are no surprises — and we can help you understand the figures once you're under offer.
  • Certified copy of your South African ID or passport
  • Latest 3 months' payslips and 3 months' bank statements
  • Proof of residential address
  • Signed Offer to Purchase (once you've found a property)
  • Marriage certificate or antenuptial contract, if applicable
  • If self-employed: latest financials and 6 months' bank statements

We'll give you a personalised checklist once we know your situation — no need to guess what each bank wants.

  • Pay existing accounts on time in the months before you apply
  • Keep credit card and store account balances low relative to their limits
  • Avoid taking on new debt (car finance, new accounts) right before applying
  • Check your credit report for errors and dispute anything incorrect
  • Save a deposit if you can — even 10% improves the rate banks are willing to offer
  • Transfer duty (if the property is priced above R1,210,000)
  • Transfer attorney fees and Deeds Office fees
  • Bond registration attorney fees and the bank's initiation fee
  • Rates, taxes and levy deposits requested by the municipality or body corporate
  • Moving costs and home insurance from the date of registration

Use the calculator above to get a feel for these numbers before you make an offer.

From a signed Offer to Purchase to registration in your name, most transactions take around 8 to 12 weeks, depending on bond approval speed, municipal clearance, and how quickly documents come together. Building on your own land or buying off-plan can take considerably longer.

Get your free pre-qualification

Tell us a bit about your situation and we'll come back to you personally — no obligation, no cost.

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What do you need?
Your finances (helps us pre-qualify you faster)
Vehicle finance, personal loans, credit cards, store accounts
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Ashwini Deosaran — Independent Bond Originator, Better Value Bonds.

What happens next

1

We'll call or email you within one business day to confirm the details.

2

We'll let you know which banks you're likely to qualify with, and what rate to expect.

3

If you're ready, we submit your application to multiple banks at once — at no cost to you.