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Real estate

Reservation contract

Taking a property off the market before the main agreement.

Who this is for

Taking a property off the market before the main agreement.

The issue to resolve

Clarify refunds, deadlines and agent/seller obligations.

Legal work

Clarify refunds, deadlines and agent/seller obligations. Review of facts, applicable rules and documents; preparation of the legal position. Drafting, filing, negotiation or representation is performed within the agreed instructions.

Information to start with

Draft reservation, property, price, payment, recipient and later contract terms.

Main stages

Initial assessment → scope and terms → document review → preparation of actions → discussion of the next stage. The sequence depends on the matter and the representative’s authority.

What affects timing

Timing depends on documents, the other party and the competent authority. A statutory period is not a promised completion date; suspensions and appointment availability are assessed separately.

Fees and separate expenses

Fees and scope are set out in an individual proposal. Translation, apostille/legalisation, fees, notary, court representative, experts, travel, appointments, in-person attendance and tax services are not included without express agreement.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What should I bear in mind for this service?+

The label “reservation” does not determine legal effects; wording, authority and refunds matter.

What is needed for an initial assessment?+

Draft reservation, property, price, payment, recipient and later contract terms.

Consultation

Let's review your case and build a strategy

Send a description of your circumstances and any approaching deadline or signing date. Scope is discussed after assessment.