Legal Accompaniment for Real Estate Transactions
Local legal accompaniment and representation. Purchasing real estate in a foreign country requires absolute legal protection and a deep understanding of local laws. So you can invest with peace of mind, we connected the PortoPro system directly to a local, experienced legal team specializing in the Portuguese real estate market. Our legal team accompanies you hand-in-hand, protecting your interests and ensuring full protection of your money at every stage of the transaction.
⚖️ Comprehensive Due Diligence
Strict examination of all property documents in the Land Registry (Certidão), Tax Authority, and City Hall (Câmara). We ensure the property has no debts, foreclosures, liens, or building violations – before you sign anything.
📝 Drafting & Reviewing Sales Contracts (CPCV)
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating the Promissory Contract (CPCV) and final deed. We ensure the inclusion of clauses that protect you in case of mortgage rejection or delays by the seller.
✒️ Representation at the Deed (Escritura)
Preparation of the purchase file and full representation before the Notary Public during the official transfer of ownership. The entire process can be done remotely via Power of Attorney (Procuração), without needing to fly to Portugal.
📊 Tax Planning & Purchase Structure
Advice and guidance regarding purchase tax liabilities (IMT and Stamp Duty) and examining the best purchasing strategy for you – purchasing as an individual or establishing a local company (SPV) for tax optimization.
💼 Initial Bureaucracy (NIF & Bank Account)
Fast legal processing for issuing a Portuguese Fiscal Number (NIF) with local fiscal representation, and full accompaniment with the banking system to open a local bank account for non-residents.
🤝 Lease Agreements & Contracts
Drafting and adapting lease agreements (long or short term) in accordance with updated Portuguese law.