Document background
The Home Buyer Contract Form is a fundamental legal document used in Belgian residential property transactions, designed to comply with both federal and regional property legislation. This document is essential when any residential property is being purchased in Belgium, serving as the preliminary agreement (compromis de vente/verkoopcompromis) before the final notarial deed. It includes mandatory elements required by Belgian law such as property details, price and payment terms, conditions of sale, and references to required certificates (energy performance, electrical installations, soil condition). The contract must be drafted in accordance with the Belgian Civil Code and regional housing regulations, and typically requires notarial involvement for final execution. It provides critical protection for both buyers and sellers by clearly stating all terms and conditions of the sale while ensuring compliance with Belgian consumer protection laws and real estate regulations.
