FAQ's


How can I be sure that everything is going ahead as planned once I return home ?

What if I am unable to attend the Notary to sign the title deeds?

Is it possible to purchase a property from overseas?

What if I can't proceed in the purchase of the property?

How long does it take between signing the contract and completion?

What happens to my deposit if the searches are returned unsatisfactory?

Do I have to use your solicitor when I purchase a property?

When will I receive the keys to the property?



How can I be sure that everything is going ahead as planned once I return home ?

You can sure that we will be monitoring the progress of your property. In the case of new constructions to ensure that the stages are going ahead as planned, and in the case of re-sale property to ensure that once the property has been checked for encumbrances that the signing of the title deeds can take place as soon as possible. We will endeavour to keep you well informed at every stage.

What if I am unable to attend the Notary to sign the title deeds?

It is quite common to give your solicitor Power of Attorney in order that they can sign the title deeds on your behalf. You will need to have transferred the final balance for the property plus taxes to them prior to the signing of the deeds.

Is it possible to purchase a property from overseas?

If having returned home and reviewed your inspection trip you wish to make an offer on a property you have seen we can put this to the owner of the property. Once it is accepted we can arrange for the contract to be sent to you or your solicitor by fax or courier ( F.O.C ). You will need to sign the contract and transfer the deposit before your offer is officially accepted.

What if I can't proceed in the purchase of the property?

Once you have signed a contract for the property and paid a deposit this is considered an official intent to purchase the property. It is therefore extremely important that you are absolutely certain that this is the property you wish to purchase and that you do not feel under any duress to sign the contract.

How long does it take between signing the contract and completion?

Depending on the outcome of the searches made by the solicitor the process can take anywhere between 4 weeks and 3 months.

What happens to my deposit if the searches are returned unsatisfactory?

If for whatever reason the searches are returned unsatisfactory, you will receive your deposit back in full. It is for this reason that the initial deposit is not paid immediately to the owner.

Do I have to use your solicitor when I purchase a property?

NO. We recommend you use your own solicitor for your own peace of mind.

When will I receive the keys to the property?

You will be given the keys on the completion of the signing of the title deeds with the owner at the notary.