This document summarizes the key points of the Alienation of Land Act regarding the sale of land in installments in South Africa. It notes that the Act only applies to residential properties, not agricultural land. It details that the purchase price must be paid in more than two installments over more than one year, with transfer duty paid within six months. The contract must be recorded at the Deeds Office within 90 days. The seller remains the owner until full payment and cannot transfer the property without dealing with the contract. If the buyer defaults, the seller can take legal action after providing 30 days notice.