Steps, checks and completion of a property purchase.
Information reviewed regularly for the Portuguese market
Buying a property
CPCV: what a buyer should confirm before signing
This guide explains, from a buyer's perspective, what to confirm in the promissory purchase and sale contract before signing and paying the deposit. It does not replace a professional's review of the contract.
Deed, registration and Casa Pronta: completing the purchase in detail
This guide details the options for completing a property purchase in Portugal, the role of Casa Pronta, and the importance of land registration after the deed.
This guide sets out a practical sequence for organising a property purchase in Portugal. The exact documents, taxes and deadlines vary by property, financing and the parties involved, so confirm your own case before assuming a universal checklist.
Property condition and inspection before buying in Portugal
Portugal does not have a mandatory property inspection regime like some other countries. This guide combines practical checks during viewings with the official documents that help confirm a property's condition and compliance before you decide to buy.