It means examining the property and the transaction in depth to confirm that everything is legal and that buyer and seller have complete information. It is done before closing: it validates the seller's information, checks that the deal meets what was agreed and brings benefits and risks to light.
Without it, problems surface after signing, when they are already the buyer's responsibility and sometimes can only be solved in court.
What we review
- Title and history at the National Registry.
- National Cadastre records.
- Review of the survey plan.
- Current use of the property.
- Zoning and land use.
- Building permits, if applicable.
- Structural and engineering reports, where relevant.
- Environmental aspects.
- Service contracts.
- Utilities and their bills.
- Liens, judgments, encumbrances or claims on the property.
What you receive
A clear report with our findings and our recommendation before closing.
Why you should not skip due diligence
If a problem surfaces after closing, it usually becomes the buyer's responsibility and sometimes can only be solved through long and costly litigation. Detecting it beforehand lets you negotiate, require it to be fixed or, if necessary, walk away.
When is due diligence done?
Before closing, after the purchase agreement is in place and before you complete payment and the transfer of title.
