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Invest in Greek Real Estate with Confidence.

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Buying or investing in property in Greece can be an exciting opportunity — whether you are looking for a home, a holiday property, an investment asset or a long-term presence in the country. It can also involve significant legal, financial and practical risks.

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At Morfo Koutsomichali & Associates Boutique Law Firm, we help individuals, families, entrepreneurs, international investors & locals navigate the Greek real estate market with proper legal due diligence, careful transaction planning and hands-on legal support throughout the process. From the initial review of a property to the signing of the final deed and registration of ownership, our role is to protect your interests, identify potential problems early and make the transaction as clear and secure as possible.

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Buying Property in Greece

A property may look perfect on paper — but before you commit to a purchase, it is essential to establish that the seller has valid title, that the property can legally be transferred and that there are no legal or planning issues that could affect your ownership or future use of the property.

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Our lawyers guide clients through the legal aspects of acquiring residential, commercial and investment property throughout Greece.

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We assist with the following:

• Legal due diligence (Title and ownership verification, searches for mortgages, liens, claims and other encumbrances, review of ownership history)

• Review of planning and land-use issues

• Review of relevant permits and documentation

• Identification of potential legal or transactional risks

• Drafting and review of preliminary agreements

• Negotiation of transaction terms

• Drafting and review of contracts

• Completion of the purchase before the notary

• Registration of ownership with the competent Land Registry/Hellenic Cadastre

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You should know what you are buying, what risks may exist and what needs to be done before you commit your money.

Our role is to make the process transparent, organised and manageable, while keeping you informed at every important stage.

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1. Finding the Right Property

We understand that clients may need assistance not only with the legal transaction, but also with identifying suitable properties.

Through our network of trusted professionals, we may assist clients in connecting with real estate brokers and property professionals who can help identify properties matching their requirements.

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This is not a substitute for independent legal due diligence.

Once a suitable property has been identified, our role is to provide the independent legal advice and protection required before you commit to the purchase.

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2. Legal & Technical Due Diligence

A property transaction in Greece often requires both legal and technical due diligence.

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Legal due diligence is one of the most important stages of any property acquisition.Our lawyers undertake the legal examination, while qualified engineers and other technical professionals can be involved where necessary to assess the property's physical and planning status.

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We coordinate these processes so that legal and technical findings can be considered together before you proceed with the transaction. Our due diligence process is designed to identify legal and/or actual issues that could affect ownership, transferability, use, development or future exploitation of the property.

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3.  From Agreement to Completion

We Stay With You Until the Transaction Is Complete.

Once due diligence has been completed and you decide to proceed, we continue to support you through the contractual and completion stages.

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• Preliminary Agreement: Where appropriate, we advise on and prepare or review a preliminary agreement (private or notarial, as applicable) setting out the essential terms of the transaction and protecting the parties' agreed position.

• Contract Negotiation: We review and negotiate the contractual terms with the objective of ensuring that your legal and commercial interests are properly protected.

• Final Deed of Sale: We review the final sale documentation and coordinate with the notary and other professionals involved in the completion.

• Completion:We assist throughout the completion process and ensure that the agreed legal terms and necessary formalities are properly addressed.

• Registration: Following completion, we assist with the necessary registration of your ownership with the competent Land Registry or Hellenic Cadastre.

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Our involvement therefore does not end when you sign the contract.

We help take the transaction through to the point where your ownership is properly registered.

 

• Real Estate Investment Through a Company

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For certain investors, acquiring property through a company may be appropriate.

The right structure depends on the nature of the investment, the number of investors, the intended use of the property, financing arrangements, succession considerations and the client's broader objectives.

We advise clients on the legal and corporate aspects of ownership structures, including the establishment and governance of Greek companies where appropriate.

Corporate structuring should always be considered together with the relevant tax and financial implications. Where necessary, we coordinate with the client's accountant and tax adviser to ensure that the structure is assessed from all relevant perspectives.

 

4. Property Management & Exploitation

Buying a property is often only the first stage of the relationship with an asset. Owners may subsequently wish to lease, renovate, sell, transfer or otherwise exploit their property.

Depending on the matter, we provide legal advice concerning:

• Lease agreements

• Assignment and use arrangements

• Property management agreements

• Building regulations and management matters

• Sale or transfer of property

• Tenancy-related legal matters

• Resolution of landlord-tenant disputes

• Legal protection of ownership rights

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Why Choose Us for Your Real Estate Investment?

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Our Real Estate Process; From Property Search to Secure Ownership.

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01 — Understand Your Objectives

We discuss what you are looking for and whether the property is intended as a home, holiday residence, investment, business asset or part of a wider investment or residency strategy.

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02 — Review the Property

Once a property has been identified, we conduct the appropriate legal due diligence and coordinate technical checks where necessary.

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03 — Identify the Risks

We explain any legal, ownership, planning or contractual issues that need to be addressed before you proceed.

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04 — Structure the Transaction

Where appropriate, we advise on the ownership structure, contractual arrangements and other legal considerations.

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05 — Complete the Purchase

We coordinate with the notary and relevant professionals and assist throughout the completion process.

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06 — Register Your Ownership

We assist with the necessary registration of the acquisition with the competent Land Registry or Hellenic Cadastre.

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07 — Continue to Support You

We remain available for property management, leasing, sale, succession and other ongoing legal matters.