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Due diligence for a coastal purchase

Steps your lawyer should take before you pay.

Updated: November 3, 2026. Schedules, prices and conditions change; always confirm on the booking page.

Curved bay and beach with forested hills behind
Curved bay and beach with forested hills behind · Photo: Original image
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  1. Hire an independent lawyer or notary.
  2. Order a title search (estudio registral).
  3. Compare the surveyed plan with the physical boundaries.
  4. Check whether any part is in the maritime zone.
  5. Confirm water, electricity and road access.
  6. Check municipal taxes and fees.
  7. Document every payment.

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