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Legal advice when buying your starter house

Purchase agreement, deed of delivery, HOA documentation - it sounds complicated, but we make it simple. We'll check everything for you. This way, you can step into your new house with confidence.

What do you have to pay attention to legally when buying a house?

Do you want to buy your first house? Then it's not just about price and keys. Legal matters also play a role. Purchase agreement, easements, transfer at the notary - it all has to be right. In this article, we'll explain what to look out for.

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How do we ensure a legally perfect purchase?

Checking Documents

We carefully check all relevant documents, such as easements and deed of delivery, to ensure that everything is in order.

Go through the purchase contract together

We will go through the purchase contract with you. This way you understand exactly what it says and what your rights and obligations are.

Assistance with the transfer

The transfer at the notary? We're by your side. We ensure a smooth process, so that you will soon have the key in your hands.

Aftercare

We are also there for you after the transfer. Do you run into legal questions? Then you can always contact us.

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We recently purchased a home through Home UP and it really went flawlessly. Billy's clear explanations and honesty allowed us to know immediately what we needed to consider, what costs would be incurred and allowed us, as first-time buyers, to learn what it is like to buy a home. Billy was always easy to reach and responded directly and clearly which gave us a lot of peace of mind. Thanks to Home UP we were able to make the start we were so looking forward to and because of their concept we as buyers did not have to worry that someone would outbid us far beyond our budget.

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Great experience, Sake and Billy were incredibly helpful throughout the entire process, from the first meeting, where Sake explained to us how buying a house in the Netherlands works, to the signature at the end of the notary appointment for the key transfer.
They made a huge difference, especially in the bidding process, where we were able to be competitive and eventually secure our new apartment in Almere!

Thank you so much to Sake, Billy and the whole HomeUp team for the great support! I would recommend them to anyone interested in buying a home/apartment.
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Mattia Silvestrini
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Their service was excellent, from searching for a house to signing the contract, he assisted us the entire time. Once we found our dream home, he took the initiative to negotiate the price, which was crucial in our process. Without him, we probably wouldn't have had the house we loved so much.

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Being taken care of from start to finish.It started with a pleasant telephone conversation, nice explanation and clarity from both sides whether we wanted to do business with each other. It ended with the sale of our home to a couple who are very happy with the purchase.What was very pleasant for us was the open communication, even when we had to ask for a one-month postponement, this was possible.I recommend talking to them and seeing if the platform suits you.Thanks Sake!

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Frequently asked questions about legal advice when buying a property

Do you have legal questions when buying a house? Here you will find the answers to the most frequently asked questions. We help you to clear all your doubts and uncertainties!

What is a purchase agreement and why is it important?

A purchase agreement is a legal document that sets out the agreements between the buyer and seller of a property. It is important because it protects the rights and obligations of both parties.

What are easements and how can they affect the purchase of my property?

Easements are rights that one person has on another's property. Consider, for example, the right of way. They can affect the sale of your home because they pass to the new owner.

What is a resolutive condition in a purchase agreement?

A resolutive condition is a condition in the purchase agreement that gives the buyer the right to dissolve the agreement. This may be the case, for example, if the buyer is unable to complete the financing.

What is a cooling-off period and how does it work?

The cooling-off period is the period in which the buyer can dissolve the purchase agreement without giving reasons. This period is legally set at three days after receipt of the purchase agreement.

What happens at the notary during the transfer?

At the notary, the purchase agreement is converted into a notarial deed. This deed is registered in the Land Registry, making the transfer of ownership official.

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