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Purchaser's guide

BUYER’S GUIDE

If you are planning to purchase a property in Spain, we recommend that you solicit the services of a lawyer. We can offer you all the legal know-how and services you will need when you purchase one of our properties.

When acquiring a property, it is very important not to be misled by the seller. Property laws in Spain are very complex, and require the guidance of a legal expert who can resolve all the issues that may arise. This includes reviewing the property deed, check the public property register to verify that there are no pending debts that can be transferred to the buyer, and many other legal details that must be considered when buying a property with full legal compliance. You must avoid being misguided by people who may claim to be fully knowledgeable about the legal proceedings involved in purchasing a property. Only a certified lawyer is qualified to advise about the legal steps involved.

Once you have made the decision to acquire a property, and you have met with your lawyer, the next step is to provide a deposit of funds to the lawyer so that a signed contract can be established between the buying and selling parties, and an initial deposit – usually between 2.000 and 3.000 euros - can be paid to seal the deal and prevent the owner to sell the property to someone else. At this point, the lawyer will investigate the legal status of the property. If all is in order, the parties can proceed to sign the new deed, upon which the property becomes legally yours.

You may need financing to pay for the property, in which case your lawyer can also help organise all the necessary paperwork for you, so that you can focus on settling into your new property without any worries. Your lawyer will work for you with discretion and complete professional integrity.

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