The selected property
We compare the documents with the property you intend to buy. The review needs to distinguish what is included, how it is described and which records relate to it.
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Property document checks
in Portugal
Have you chosen a property? Before signing or paying, it is worth understanding its documents. Our lawyers help establish what is supported, what remains unclear and what to ask next.
What a property document review examines
Legal position
We examine what the agreed documents establish about rights, the seller’s side and restrictions. Incomplete or conflicting information needs specific attention.
Unresolved questions
If the material does not contain necessary information, the findings say so. Missing information is not evidence that there is no issue.
One document provides part of the answer
For example, the land register
The permanent land register certificate shows current registrations and pending registration applications. That information is considered alongside the other material and your question.
Source: Justiça.gov.ptThe €300 review and its findings
Clear written findings
The findings identify the documents examined, significant observations, questions without sufficient support and further steps. We agree the scope and format before starting.
A defined task
The property document review does not automatically include all CPCV terms, a technical inspection, an investigation of a developer’s business or purchase support. If you need more, we explain the additional work.
What to include in your first enquiry
Start by describing the task
Identify the property or share a listing link, tell us what you plan to do and which documents you have. We will clarify what the review requires. Obtaining missing documents and making additional enquiries are not included in the base fee without agreement.
If you are buying a new build
Consider the purchase as a whole
If you need the project, developer and purchase terms reviewed together, that is a different scope. Our combined new-build review costs €900. We first clarify which task matches your request.
Find out moreCommon questions
Can you check a property I found myself?
Yes. The review does not depend on who found or advertised the property.
Does a document review replace an inspection?
They are different tasks. Documents address legal questions; the building’s physical condition is assessed by a suitable technical specialist.
Does the review guarantee that everything is in order?
The findings relate to the material examined and the agreed scope. If information is insufficient or another check is needed, the findings should make that clear.
Tell us what you need
Describe your situation. We will clarify how we can help and suggest the appropriate work.