Legal Advice on the Purchase and Sale of Real Estate

The purchase and sale of real estate is one of the most important transactions that a person or company can make, both in terms of economic value and the legal and personal implications it entails.

Why is it essential to have legal advice?

The purchase and sale of real estate involves a network of legal, tax and administrative issues that require specialized knowledge to avoid risks and protect the interests of the parties involved. In the absence of proper guidance, problems can arise such as:

• Disputes regarding hidden charges or existing charges on the property.
• Errors in the drafting or interpretation of the purchase contract.
• Disagreements about the physical or legal condition of the property.

A lawyer’s job is to anticipate these risks and to offer you clear and effective solutions so that your transaction goes smoothly.

Services in the purchase and sale of real estate

A real estate lawyer will accompany you at every stage of the buying and selling process, adapting to your specific needs. The steps can be as follows:

1. Reviewing and drafting contracts: analyse deposit agreements, call (purchase?) options, and bills of sale to ensure that all clauses are clear, balanced, and favourable to clients. If necessary, draft personalized contracts to protect your interests.
2. Property legal proceedings: conduct a comprehensive legal investigation of the property to verify its legal status, identify any charges, mortgages, embargoes or disputes that may affect the transaction.

3. Tax advice: provide advice on applicable taxes, whether you are a buyer or seller, and ensure compliance with all tax obligations arising from the transaction.

4. Negotiation with the parties: represent your interests in negotiations with the other party, always seeking the best possible conditions for you.

5. Support in signing and registration: assist you with the signing before a notary and manage the registration of the sale in the land register, ensuring that the property is duly registered in your name.

Who can benefit from the services of a lawyer?

Legal advice is aimed at both individuals and companies:

• Individuals who are buying their first home, second home or real estate as an investment.
• Companies interested in buying or selling commercial premises, land or real estate assets.
• Foreign investors, who can benefit from full support to overcome possible legal and linguistic obstacles in transactions in Spain or France, for example.

Why choose a lawyer?

A lawyer offers a personalized, efficient and results-oriented service. If you are considering buying or selling a property in Spain or France, do not hesitate to contact a cross-border lawyer, to resolve your doubts and accompany you every step of the way. BCV Lex, our teams in Bordeaux and Madrid are at your service and operate throughout France and Spain to defend your interests. Don’t hesitate to contact us.