Before signing any contract or paying a deposit, you must complete legal due diligence on the property. In Valencia, this step is essential to confirm ownership, legality, and freedom from debt.
At Borderless Lawyers, we perform full due diligence for foreign buyers — whether you’re in Spain or purchasing remotely.
⚠️ Why Due Diligence Matters in Valencia
Skipping this step can result in:
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Buying from someone who isn’t the true owner
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Inheriting old debts, fines, or unpaid taxes
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Purchasing an illegally built or unregistered home
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Facing urban planning or zoning issues
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Discovering legal defects after signing
Due diligence protects your money, time, and long-term ownership.
🧾 What We Check During Legal Due Diligence
1. Land Registry (Registro de la Propiedad)
We confirm:
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The seller is the legal owner
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Property matches its registry description
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There are no mortgages, embargos, or liens
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No disputes or court orders are pending
✅ We obtain a nota simple to verify the data.
2. Cadastre (Catastro)
We compare:
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Square meters, location, and cadastral reference
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Land type: urban, rustic, protected
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Property matches tax records
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Identify any irregularities between registry and cadastre
⚠️ Many homes in rural Valencia have mismatches.
3. Local Planning & Zoning Compliance
We verify:
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Urban planning classification
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Approved construction licenses
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Illegal or unregistered structures
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Future zoning risks (road projects, restrictions)
✅ Especially critical for villas and countryside properties.
4. Debts & Community Fees
We check for:
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Unpaid property tax (IBI)
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Outstanding garbage fees, utility bills
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Debts owed to the owners’ community (HOA)
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Pending special assessments (derrama)
These debts may transfer to the new owner unless cleared.
5. Habitability & Energy Certificates
We ensure the property has:
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Certificate of occupancy (cédula de habitabilidad)
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Energy performance certificate (CEE)
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Up-to-date insurance (if required)
These are mandatory for completing the notary process.
🧑⚖️ When Is Due Diligence Done?
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Before signing the arras or paying any deposit
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Usually takes 5–10 working days
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We report all legal findings clearly in English
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If problems arise, we renegotiate or cancel with full legal protection
💼 Our Due Diligence Includes
✅ Land Registry & Cadastre checks
✅ Legal ownership verification
✅ Urban planning review
✅ Debt check and HOA certificate
✅ Utility compliance
✅ Coordination with architect if needed
✅ Full report in English
Included in all Valencia legal service packages at Borderless Lawyers.
💬 Final Word
In Valencia’s competitive property market, due diligence is not optional — it’s your legal safety net. One overlooked issue can lead to years of legal problems.
At Borderless Lawyers, we dig deep, explain everything clearly, and protect you from risks before you commit to buy.
📞 Contact us now for a full legal due diligence review before you sign any property contract in Valencia.