In Estepona, a completed resale and an off-plan purchase call for different investigations. Tell your adviser whether you are buying directly from a developer, taking over an existing contract or purchasing from a private owner, and provide the reservation document before paying.
For new homes, ask about the developer, land title, building licence, staged payments and completion documentation. For a resale, request community accounts and information on planned works. A show-home visit or sales brochure should be checked against the actual unit and binding specification.
Send the property particulars, asking price, any draft reservation agreement and your proposed timetable. Ask for a written scope covering the checks needed for this property, the fee and any separate technical or tax advice. Agree which findings must be resolved before you become committed.
Explore the Andalusia property lawyer directory and ask the chosen firm to confirm that it handles purchases in Estepona, can work in your preferred language and has no conflict of interest. This guide does not confirm that a listed firm has an office in this locality.
Request a separate explanation of the title, planning, physical condition and intended use. The official Land Registry information explains the role of Registry records; your transaction needs a property-specific review.
General information only. Obtain current legal and technical advice before signing or transferring funds.