Start with the documents
Before comparing prices, confirm ownership, boundaries, permitted land use and access to basic services. These checks reduce legal and construction risk.
- Review title documents.
- Confirm land use.
- Ask about water, power and road access.
| Check | Evidence to request | Who validates it | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ownership | Deed or title and owner identification | Notary and Public Registry | Before paying a reservation deposit |
| Liens and debts | Lien certificate and current property-tax record | Notary, Registry and municipality | Before signing a purchase agreement |
| Land use and utilities | Written land-use and utility feasibility records | Municipal authority and utility providers | Before design or budgeting |
| Boundaries and dimensions | Plan, cadastral data and survey | Cadastre office and surveyor | Before closing |
| Soil, slope and access | Technical inspection and applicable studies | Architect or engineer | Before finalizing the construction budget |
Evaluate the area
A strong land purchase depends on location, future growth and the cost of making the property build-ready.
Negotiate with clarity
Request all conditions in writing, including payment schedule, closing costs and delivery dates for documentation.
One final check before transferring money
Put the owner, lot, block, area, price, receiving account and supporting document for every fact on one sheet. Compare it with the deed, plan, agreement and visit. If an identifier changes across documents, pause payment until you receive a verifiable explanation and a corrected version.
Define what happens if financing, legal review or utilities cannot be confirmed. Keep advertising, relevant messages, receipts and exhibits in the same file. Urgency does not justify an ambiguous obligation; the reservation should identify the property, its conditions and the route for refund or application.
