QUESTIONS

A title search ensures the property you’re interested in has no encumbrances or legal disputes, protecting your investment. The search is conducted at the relevant Land Registry or Cadastre and is essential to confirm there are no issues affecting ownership or transfer.

The lawyer ensures legal security by verifying ownership titles, conducting due diligence, and drafting/reviewing contracts to protect your interests. Note: In property transactions, the lawyer must perform title checks twice—first during negotiations and again before the final contract signing—to ensure no changes occurred. All property sale contracts must be drafted and signed before a notary. For required documents, see our website form (click here).

Yes, but encumbrances (e.g., mortgages, liens) must either be cleared before transfer or accepted by the buyer.

An engineer issues a legality certificate, mandatory for all transfers. Today, an Electronic Property Identity (HTK) is required, prepared by a certified engineer to document the property’s condition and modifications from construction to present. The HTK Completion Certificate is essential for the notarial deed.

The EPC is mandatory for all transfers/leases, issued by an Energy Inspector, and states the property’s energy rating.

The transfer is completed by registering the contract. The lawyer or notary submits it to the local Cadastre for ownership update.

Beyond the agreed price, costs include, Property transfer tax (~3% of objective value), Lawyer/notary/engineer fees, Cadastre registration fees, Contact us for tax exemption criteria.

Sellers often request a deposit to secure the sale. A private agreement (drafted by lawyers) or notarial pre-contract provides buyer guarantees. The latter, as an enforceable title, offers stronger protection if the seller backs out. Contact us for terms and drafting.

Ensure it covers all terms: duration, rent, party obligations, and breach clauses. If terms are abusive, request removal/cancellation. Contact us to draft/review your lease.

A binding commitment to sign a final lease later under specified terms.

The default minimum is 3 years (unless agreed otherwise). Contact us for breach disputes, compensation, or early termination issues.

Rent remains fixed unless the contract allows adjustments. Contact us for unauthorized increases.

File a payment order request. If the tenant defaults, proceed with an eviction order. Contact us.

The owner can sue for compensation.

Yes. You may disclaim within 4 months of notification (or 1 year if abroad) via a declaration at the local Court of First Instance. Contact us for assistance.

If accepted with inventory benefit, liability is limited to the inheritance’s value. Unreserved acceptance makes you liable for all debts.

Via a notarial deed, registered at the Cadastre.

Intestate succession rules apply, distributing assets to closest relatives under the Civil Code.

A document certifying the deceased’s closest relatives, required for inheritance procedures or certain sales. Apply in person at the municipality or online via gov.gr (if available).

The minimum inheritance portion reserved for close relatives (e.g., children, spouse), even if excluded by will. Consult us to protect this right.

The deed (usually drafted by a notary) is submitted to the local Cadastre Office. You may request a Registration Certificate upon completion.

A petition to fix obvious errors (e.g., wrong owner name, incorrect area). Costs typically fall on the applicant unless the error was made by the Cadastre Office.

These are the first property rights registrations. Non-obvious errors require a court petition for correction.

Pre-registration allows public review of Cadastre data. Errors must be reported within the deadline via a correction request.

A court petition is required to amend records.

Submit a request to the Cadastre Office with supporting documents (e.g., surveyor’s diagram).