The difference between the land registry and the cadastre: why the data often does not match
Imagine this scenario: you've found the perfect house, agreed on the price, hired a notary – and then it turns out that what's written in the cadastre doesn't ... Read more
Digital Nomads in Croatia: A Guide to Renting, Residency and Taxes
Croatia's rise as one of Europe's most sought-after destinations for digital nomads is no coincidence. A combination of exceptional quality of life, expanding ... Read more
Building and occupancy permits: differences and why they are important when buying real estate
A Common Misconception: Why “Clean Papers” Mean Nothing Without an Occupancy Permit When evaluating an occupancy permit, it is essential to understand the ... Read more
Buying Land in Croatia: How to Check the Spatial Plan and Avoid Costly Mistakes
Buying land in Croatia can be one of the smartest investments you make — or one of the most costly mistakes in your investment journey. The difference between ... Read more
16-04-2026
The difference between the land registry and the cadastre: why the data often does not match
Imagine this scenario: you've found the perfect house, agreed on the price, hired a notary – and then it turns out that what's written in the cadastre doesn't match what's in the land registry. The deal falls through, and you're left without the property and with a legal headache that can last for years. Such situations are not an exception in practice – ...
16-04-2026
Digital Nomads in Croatia: A Guide to Renting, Residency and Taxes
Croatia's rise as one of Europe's most sought-after destinations for digital nomads is no coincidence. A combination of exceptional quality of life, expanding digital infrastructure and a proactive legislative framework introduced in 2021 has positioned this Adriatic nation as one of the most competitive destinations in Europe for remote work. Croatia is ...
14-04-2026
Building and occupancy permits: differences and why they are important when buying real estate
A Common Misconception: Why “Clean Papers” Mean Nothing Without an Occupancy Permit When evaluating an occupancy permit, it is essential to understand the key differences. You’ve found the perfect property. The seller shows you a building permit and assures you that everything is in order. Yet, at that very moment, many buyers make the most expensive ...
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13-04-2026
Buying Land in Croatia: How to Check the Spatial Plan and Avoid Costly Mistakes
Buying land in Croatia can be one of the smartest investments you make — or one of the most costly mistakes in your investment journey. The difference between the two often comes down to a single document: the spatial plan (prostorni plan). Croatia is an attractive market. Since joining the EU and adopting the euro in January 2023, interest from both ...
10-04-2026
Conversion of commercial space into residential: procedure, costs and conditions
Converting commercial space to residential is an increasingly common undertaking in Croatian cities, especially in urban centers where residential properties command high prices, and commercial spaces remain empty. This process offers interesting opportunities – whether you are looking for a home in the very heart of the city or planning an investment – ...
09-04-2026
Easement Rights in Croatia: What You Need to Know About Right of Way and Utility Access
Introduction to Property Easement Rights Property owners often encounter a concept that can significantly affect the value and usability of their real estate only at the point of purchase or sale. If your plot has no direct access to a public road, or if connecting to electricity, water, or gas requires running installations through a neighbour's land — ...
08-04-2026
Estate proceedings and property inheritance: steps, costs, and deadlines
Introduction to Probate Proceedings and Real Estate Inheritance The death of a loved one brings grief, but also unavoidable legal obligations. If the deceased owned real estate, probate proceedings become a crucial step in determining who will inherit the property, under what conditions, and within what timeframe. According to the courts of the Republic ...
07-04-2026
What Are the Property Ownership Certificate, Land Registry and Cadastre — and How Do You Read Them?
Buying a property is one of the most important financial decisions in your life — and the legal security of that decision depends on documents that many buyers only glance at. The property ownership certificate (vlasnički list), the land registry and the cadastre are not mere administrative formalities; they are the foundation on which every property title ...
01-04-2026
Legalization of buildings: why it's important for selling and buying
Thousands of properties in Croatia are sold with documentation that does not correspond to the actual situation on the ground. Legalization of buildings is not just a bureaucratic formality - it is the basis of a secure sale and purchase that protects both the buyer and the seller from serious legal and financial consequences. According to the data ...
01-04-2026
How to choose a business space: everything entrepreneurs need to know
How to Choose a Business Space: Everything Entrepreneurs Need to Know Choosing a business space is one of the first major decisions every entrepreneur makes — and one of the decisions whose effects are felt the longest. The right business space can be the difference between a thriving team and one that barely functions. Sounds dramatic? Perhaps — but ...
26-03-2026
How to buy your first apartment in Zagreb: a complete step-by-step guide
Where to Start: Preparing to buy your first apartment Buying your first apartment in Zagreb is probably the biggest financial decision you will make in your life. Considering that the average price per square meter of a new apartment at the end of 2024 was around €2,246, and often exceeds €2,500 in more attractive locations in Zagreb, it is crucial to ...