At minimum: an extract from the property rights register (owner, freezes, mortgages), the history of ownership transfers, the seller identity and the spouse consent, any debts attached to the property, and for a new build the developer land and construction documents. Best of all, have a lawyer look at the documents before any money changes hands.

The notary checks the formalities as at the moment of the deal, but does not analyse the property history, the risk of the deal being challenged, or whether the contract terms serve you. A lawyer works for you: finding the reasons the deal could be challenged and removing them before signing.

First we record the delay and send a claim letter. After that, depending on the contract: a penalty, termination with your money returned, or establishing title through the court. The earlier you start, the better the chance of getting the money back while the developer is still solvent.

The route depends on the building and on the land documents: the construction amnesty, permit procedures, or the court. First we analyse what has been built and on what land, then we choose a route to legalisation that will actually work.

Yes, through the court: where the rights of co-owners or children were breached, documents were forged, the seller had no right to sell, or the deal was a sham. Limitation periods are short, so it is not worth waiting.

At first instance, usually from a few months to a year or more, depending on complexity and expert reports. Some disputes can be closed by settlement much faster. We give a more precise estimate after reviewing the documents.