Guide
How to Buy Property Abroad: Step by Step
Buying property abroad generally follows the same arc everywhere: define your budget including transaction costs, shortlist and view properties, make an offer, engage an independent local lawyer, run title and legal due diligence, sign a preliminary contract with a deposit, then complete before a notary and register the title. The order and the names differ by country, but the safeguards — independent legal advice and proper due diligence — are universal.
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Key takeaways
- The universal safeguards are independent legal advice and thorough due diligence.
- Budget for transaction costs and taxes on top of the purchase price.