Real estate

Buying and selling real estate - legal and safe

Every real estate transaction carries legal risks. We eliminate them before they arise – ensuring the security of your investment.

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Real estate

Safe buying and selling of real estate

Ownership and encumbrance check

Pre-contract and sales contract

Representation at a notary

Registration of property rights in the cadastre

Your investment – no legal surprises

Before signing any real estate purchase agreement, it is essential to verify the legal status of the property. Encumbrances, mortgages, cadastral irregularities, heir disputes – all of these can call into question the value of your investment.

Verification of the legal status of real estate (property register, encumbrances, mortgages)
Drafting of a preliminary purchase agreement with a deposit and a final sale and purchase agreement
Representation at the notary and registration in the real estate cadastre
Advice on absolute rights transfer tax and VAT
Disputes concerning property rights, flat ownership, and real easements.
Lease agreements and representation in landlord-tenant disputes

Check the property before buying

What we cover in the real estate field

Complete legal support at all stages of a property transaction.

Property due diligence

We are checking the list of real estate, encumbrances, mortgages, annotations, and any potential legal issues before signing the contract.

Sale and purchase agreements

We prepare preliminary agreements, sale and purchase contracts, and other supporting documents, protecting the interests of the buyer or seller.

Notar's verification and land registry

We organise notarised certification of contracts and monitor the registration of property rights in the land registry until the title deed is obtained.

Property purchase taxes

We advise on tax obligations – tax on the transfer of absolute rights, VAT, exemptions, and tax burden optimisation.

Lease agreements

We draft residential and commercial lease agreements with clearly defined rights and obligations for the tenant and landlord.

Property disputes

We represent in disputes concerning property rights, condominium ownership, encroachment, illegal construction, and all other disputes relating to real estate.

Frequently Asked Questions – Real Estate

Answers to frequently asked questions when buying and selling real estate.

Can a foreigner buy real estate in Serbia?

Yes, foreign nationals can buy flats and houses in Serbia under the principle of reciprocity. There are certain restrictions on the purchase of agricultural and forest land. We assist foreign clients throughout the entire purchase process.

What is a land registry certificate and how to check it?

A real estate list is a public document that shows who owns the property and if there are any encumbrances (mortgages, liens). We obtain an up-to-date real estate list from the land registry and interpret all entries before signing the contract.

What is the property transfer tax?

The tax on the transfer of absolute rights amounts to 2.5% of the market value of the property and is borne by the buyer. Exemptions exist (e.g. the purchase of a first flat). New properties may be subject to VAT instead of transfer tax.

How long does it take to register ownership in the land registry?

The statutory deadline is 5 working days from the submission of the request. In practice, registration often takes 10–30 days, depending on the land registry. We monitor the procedure and intervene in case of delays.

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