Legal Due Diligence Before Buying Property in Valencia

Before signing anything or sending a deposit, foreign buyers must perform legal due diligence on the property in Valencia. This process ensures you’re buying something legal, debt-free, and fully owned by the seller.

At Borderless Lawyers, we lead a full legal investigation to protect your investment before any money changes hands.

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🧾 1. Title & Ownership Verification

We check:

• The seller is the legal and registered owner

• No co-owners or inheritance disputes

• Full match with the Land Registry (Registro de la Propiedad)

✅ Avoids fraud, unauthorized sales, and title conflicts.

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💸 2. Debts, Mortgages & Liens

Properties in Spain may carry:

• Mortgages

• Unpaid taxes

• Embargos (legal freezes)

• Community debts

We ensure the seller clears all debts before signing the public deed — or we adjust the contract accordingly.

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🏗️ 3. Urban Planning and Building Legality

We verify:

• The property complies with Valencia’s urban regulations

• There are no pending demolition orders or illegal extensions

• Usage classification (residential, rural, protected)

• Square meters match legal records

✅ Especially important for countryside properties, villas, and renovations.

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🧰 4. Licenses, Permits & Occupancy Certificate

We confirm:

• The property has a first occupancy license (licencia de primera ocupación) or habitation certificate

• All works were legally permitted

• No ongoing administrative or court proceedings

💡 Missing paperwork can delay registration or resale — or even make the home uninhabitable.

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🧱 5. Boundaries & Cadastral Accuracy

We check the Catastro (cadastral registry) to:

• Verify boundaries match the title

• Avoid land disputes or incorrect tax assessments

• Spot hidden boundary issues before closing

✅ Especially relevant for plots, countryside homes, and multi-unit buildings.

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📋 6. Community of Owners (if applicable)

For flats or properties in residential complexes:

• We check for community debts

• Ask for the minutes of recent meetings

• Verify no pending assessments or disputes

💡 You don’t want to inherit a legal fight with the homeowners’ association.

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💬 Final Word

Legal due diligence in Valencia is not optional — it’s the only way to protect your money, avoid legal traps, and ensure your property is 100% safe to buy.

At Borderless Lawyers, we carry out full due diligence before you sign the arras or pay a deposit — giving you peace of mind from day one.

📞 Contact us now to begin your property purchase in Valencia the smart and legal way.