Confirm the seller and authority to sell
Verify the identity of the registered owner and the authority of any representative or intermediary. Material legal questions should be reviewed by an independent Philippine lawyer.
Match the documents to the exact property
Confirm the property description, unit or lot identity, parking, stated area and other registered or contractual details. Do not rely only on advertisements or unofficial summaries.
Check obligations and transaction costs
Identify taxes, dues, assessments, utilities, loan or lien concerns, transfer expenses, brokerage arrangements and which party is responsible under the proposed terms.
Inspect condition and inclusions
View the exact property, test accessible systems, record defects, confirm furnishings and fixtures included, and consider qualified inspection where the property or concern justifies it.
Control deposits and payment milestones
Use written terms, verified identities, traceable payment channels and appropriate professional handling. Understand the conditions for refund, release and completion before paying.
Complete transfer and possession carefully
Coordinate documents, payments, turnover, keys, meter readings, association or subdivision requirements and the records needed after completion.
Frequently asked questions
Is a lower resale price proof of a good deal?
No. Condition, documents, obligations, location, inclusions, transaction costs and comparable properties must also be assessed.
Should the buyer inspect the exact resale property?
Yes. Unlike a purely project-level comparison, resale condition and inclusions are specific to the exact property offered.