Preliminary Purchase Agreement - Real Estate Law

Legal documentation governing the preliminary agreement for the purchase of real estate, both domestically and internationally.

These agreements legally define the intentions, rights, and obligations of the buyer and seller prior to a final purchase agreement, including price, conditions precedent, and termination clauses.
Our services provide legal certainty during the preliminary phase of real estate transactions and minimize risks for both parties.

We prepare a tailored legal agreement adapted to:

  • The type, location, and nature of the real estate, domestically or internationally.
  • The contractual relationship between buyer and seller.
  • Any existing third-party rights, mortgages, easements, or leasehold interests.
  • Applicable law, including international provisions where relevant.
  • Registration requirements and notarial formalities where applicable.

Scope of Documentation:

  • Parties & Property Identification
    Legally establishes the buyer and seller and provides a preliminary description of the property subject to the future final agreement.

    Purchase Price & Payment Terms
    Determines the agreed price, deposit arrangements, and conditions for further payments upon signing of the final purchase agreement.

    Conditions Precedent & Termination Clauses
    Clauses outlining the requirements that must be met before the final agreement can be executed, including financing, due diligence, and regulatory approvals.

    Obligations During the Preliminary Phase
    Specifies the duties of each party during the period leading up to the final purchase agreement, including confidentiality and good faith obligations.

    Representations & Warranties
    Preliminary statements regarding property ownership, condition, zoning, and absence of undisclosed encumbrances.

    Dispute Resolution
    National and international provisions governing applicable law and resolution of disputes arising during the preliminary phase.

 

Each request is subject to a prior legal assessment to ensure the correct contractual structure and to guarantee that the document is legally robust and, where required, suitable for notarial registration.