{"id":2472,"date":"2024-12-06T08:54:50","date_gmt":"2024-12-06T06:54:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/signatura.biz\/seahorse\/?page_id=2472"},"modified":"2026-05-14T10:12:59","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T08:12:59","slug":"faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/signatura.biz\/seahorse\/faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”custom” column_margin_custom=”8%” equal_height=”yes” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”60px” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” sticky_content=”true” sticky_content_functionality=”js” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\n

FAQs<\/h1>\n[\/vc_column_text][toggles style=”minimal”][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Where is the development located?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]28 Gordon Street, Knysna<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”How many apartments are available for sale?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]There are a total of 35 sectional title apartments<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”What are the expected completion and move-in dates?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]The development is complete and units are move-in ready [\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Are there levies?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Yes they are levies ranging from R38 – R40 per square metre<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Are pets allowed?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Yes <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Are there other furniture packages available?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Yes, please see our Weylands Furniture pack<\/a><\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”How do I go about purchasing my unit of choice?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\u00a0To purchase your unit of choice, please follow these steps:<\/span><\/p>\n
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  1. View Unit<\/b>: Browse through the available units and view the detailed floor plans and sales cards for each option.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Contact Our Sales Agents<\/b>: Reach out to our experienced sales agents, Michael and Quintin, who will guide you through the purchasing process and answer any questions you may have.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Secure Your Unit<\/b>: Once you’ve selected your preferred unit, Michael and Quintin will assist you in securing it and provide all the necessary details to finalise your purchase.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Feel free to contact them directly for more information or to schedule a viewing.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Who retains the interest on funds held by conveyancers?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]All monies paid in respect of the purchase will be invested in the conveyancers trust account and all interest earned on the money will accrue to the purchaser until the transfer date. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Who are the conveyancers?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Bluett Maasdorp Attorneys – Tamasen Bluett is the Conveyancer on the development. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”What deposit is required?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]You can pay a 10% deposit within 7 days of signing the agreement with the balance of purchase price to be secured by either a bond or guarantee within 45 days from signature of the agreement. Alternatively, you may pay a 30% deposit within 7 days of signature of the agreement with the balance due 60 days from the lodgement date (roughly Aug 2025).\u00a0 <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”What are the transfer costs, VAT and any other costs to consider when I purchase my unit of choice?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]There is no transfer duty as this is a developer sale and therefore the purchase price is inclusive of VAT. There will be transfer and bond (if applicable) costs that will be due to the attorneys. Should you wish to obtain an estimate of these costs, feel free to reach out to us and we can arrange a quote for you.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Can I rent out my unit?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Yes, you can rent out your unit. Seahorse is ideal for both owner-occupiers and investors.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”What other monthly costs must be considered other than my levy?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Rates and Utilities <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”What are the expected rates and taxes billed on the different unit types?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Rates and taxes range from <\/span>R1,474.19<\/b> to <\/span>R2,318.85<\/b>.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”How are water, electricity and other services billed?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Water recovery – levy statement, electricity – prepaid<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Is electricity prepaid or paid monthly?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Prepaid <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Is my individual water usage metered?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Yes <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Are there storerooms available?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]There are no storerooms available in Seahorse.\u00a0 <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Who maintains the building and what do they maintain?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]The Managing Agents for Seahorse are Whitfield Property Management and they will maintain the common areas and facilities, the exterior of the building and the structure, plumbing and water systems, waste management, insurance, general maintenance and repairs of common areas, facilities and amenities and cleaning services. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”What is the role of the Body Corporate and what are the governing regulations?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]The Body Corporate is a legal entity that represents all the unit owners in the scheme. Its primary role is to manage the common property and ensure that the property is properly maintained and administered in accordance with the law, rules of the scheme and the interest of the owners. The rules for the scheme govern the behaviour of the complex and address things like noise levels, parking, the use of common property and pet policies. The regulations ensure that the owners and tenants comply with the rules which are intended to maintain harmony and the property\u2019s value. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”What is included in the monthly levy?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]The monthly levy includes the common area cleaning, swimming pool maintenance, managing agent fees, general maintenance of the common areas, lift servicing, building insurance, landscaping maintenance, common area electricity and water charges and all other expenses related to the scheme.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”What security is in place and how does it work?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]There is electric fencing on the boundary wall and there is armed response built into the budget for the building. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Is there Wi-Fi and who is the service provider?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Yes, Bunny Digital is the service provider <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Is WIFI included in the levy?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]No <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Is there DSTV, landline telephone and internet connectivity?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Infrastructure is available. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”What else is on offer in the common facilities?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Pool<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Who are the managing agents?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Whitfield Property Management<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Is there a caretaker on-site?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]No <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Who can assist me with getting a bond?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]We have a recommended bond origination company, Ooba, who can assist you with your bond application. Ooba is able to send your bond application to each of the commercial banks to ensure that you obtain the most competitive interest rate and their service is of no charge. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Is there secure parking available?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]There is secure parking available. Each two-bedroom has two secure parking bays and each one-bedroom has one secure parking bay<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=”Default” heading_tag=”default” heading_tag_functionality=”default” title=”Are there any nearby local attractions and recreational facilities?”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Knysna\u2019s attractions, including:<\/p>\n

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    • Boating and fishing on the incredible Knysna Lagoon<\/li>\n
    • Hiking and mountain biking on lush forest and mountain trails<\/li>\n
    • Swimming and surfing at nearby beaches like Buffalo Bay<\/li>\n
    • Abseiling and bungee jumping in the Tsitsikamma Forest<\/li>\n
    • Golfing at one of several world-class courses<\/li>\n
    • Visiting the Knysna Elephant Park<\/li>\n
    • Enjoying whale and dolphin-watching boat trips<\/li>\n
    • Exploring Knynsa\u2019s art galleries and museums<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][\/toggles][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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