Property Purchase & Sale

Most property problems in Vietnam are visible in the title file before the deposit is paid — a pending mortgage, an unresolved inheritance, a boundary that does not match the certificate, or a seller who is not the only owner.

Wise Counsel checks the legal position of a property, reviews the contract and guides the transaction through to issuance of the ownership certificate.

What we help with

• Checking title, planning status, mortgages and any restrictions on transfer
• Verifying that the seller has the right to sell and that all co-owners consent
• Advising on the deposit agreement before any money is paid
• Reviewing and negotiating the sale and purchase contract
• Advising on notarisation, taxes and registration fees payable
• Attending notarisation and managing the payment sequence safely
• Filing for transfer of the land use right or ownership certificate
• Advising on purchases from a developer, including off-plan apartments

The deposit agreement is signed before most buyers involve a lawyer, and it is often where the money is lost. Have it checked first.