Property and land · Practical guide
Buying an apartment: five checks before paying a deposit
Check the seller, the property and the terms before taking on obligations.
Published on this website: 10.10.2026
Last checked: 08.10.2026
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What you need to know
Start with an up-to-date extract from the Public Registry: ownership, registered rights, obligations and restrictions. Then compare the cadastral details with the apartment being offered. The extract does not replace a review of the contract and other documents.
What to do in practice
Check five areas: the seller's authority; encumbrances; floor area and designated use; payment, registration and handover; and, for a new development, the developer's documents and completion deadlines. Before transferring money, agree on the consequences of delays and the terms for refunds.
