Document background
The Contract To Buy Property is a fundamental legal document used in Belgian real estate transactions for transferring property ownership from seller to buyer. It serves as the primary agreement between parties before the mandatory notarial deed is executed. This document is essential for both residential and commercial property transactions in Belgium, incorporating federal and regional legal requirements, including mandatory certificates and declarations. The contract must address specific Belgian legal requirements such as registration duties, energy performance certificates, and soil certificates. It typically precedes the final notarial deed and includes provisions for deposit payment, completion timing, and property transfer conditions. The document must be drafted in compliance with the Belgian Civil Code and relevant regional regulations, making it suitable for property transactions anywhere in Belgium while accommodating regional variations in property law.
