Legal Services

Our legal team offers complete legal protection and consulting in every phase of a real estate transaction. This includes checking the title deed, land registry status, use and building permits, drafting and reviewing preliminary and final sales contracts, communication with notaries, and monitoring the registration of ownership. We also advise clients on possible encumbrances, co-ownership relationships, easement rights, and risks that may affect the security of the transaction.

A legal check is the most important step in a safe real estate purchase. Without a detailed insight into the land registry, ownership, and all possible notations (e.g., mortgage, lawsuit, prohibition of disposal), the buyer can take on significant legal risks. At Regent, a legal check is included in the service and is carried out before any payment or conclusion of a contract. In this way, we protect the client's interests and ensure clean and undisputed ownership rights.

At Regent, all contracts are drafted by our legal team in cooperation with licensed lawyers specializing in real estate transactions. This guarantees that the contracts fully protect the interests of our clients, are compliant with the laws of the Republic of Croatia, and do not contain hidden or incomprehensible clauses. Also, our experts review contracts brought by the other party, advise the client, and negotiate changes if necessary.

Contract notarization is the process of certifying a contract with a notary, whereby the contract gains the force of an enforceable document. This means that in case of non-compliance with contractual obligations, a direct enforcement or eviction procedure can be initiated without a lawsuit. Notarization is recommended (or mandatory) when buying with a loan, in case of advance payments, when renting business premises, and when one party wants additional legal security.

By looking at the land registry extract, you can see if the property is encumbered by a mortgage, notation, easement, legal dispute, or other burden. Our legal team performs this check for free for all clients who use our services. In case there are obstacles, we advise the client on how to remove them before purchase or recommend safer alternatives.

Yes, foreign citizens can acquire ownership of real estate in Croatia, but the conditions depend on their country of origin. EU citizens have the same rights as Croatian citizens. For citizens of third countries, additional approval from the Ministry of Justice is required, unless they are buying property through a commercial company registered in Croatia. Our legal team helps foreign clients with all legal steps, including obtaining an OIB and translating documents.

After the sales contract is signed and certified, the owner must submit a request for ownership registration in the land registry. Regent does this on behalf of the client – we collect all documentation, submit the request, and monitor the status until the decision is issued. Advice on possible changes to cadastral data, the possession certificate, and the transfer of utility obligations are also included.

Legal due diligence is a detailed analysis of the legal status of a property before buying, selling, or advertising. It is carried out in complex or risky cases – for example, land that is not in a construction zone, properties with multiple co-owners, older buildings without a use permit, or properties that are the subject of inheritance relationships. Our legal team provides this service to enable clients to make informed and safe decisions.

In case the property is not legalized, our legal team informs the client about the possibilities of legalization, the expected deadline, and the costs. We advise buyers not to conclude a contract until the exact legal status is determined, as such properties may be restricted for registration in the land registry, use, or financing through a loan. We also advise sellers on how to carry out the legalization procedure before going to market.

Because with us, you don't just get an agent – you get a complete legal team that protects you and guides you through every step. Our legal services include consulting, checking and drafting documentation, coordinating with lawyers and notaries, as well as post-purchase support. All our services are transparent, legally based, and tailored to the real needs of the client – whether you are buying an apartment, selling a house, renting a business space, or investing in land.

Although the law does not require the mandatory presence of a lawyer, hiring a lawyer or legal advisor is highly recommended – especially for valuable transactions, complex ownership relationships, or foreign buyers. A lawyer protects your interests, checks documentation, drafts or analyzes contracts, ensures there are no legal obstacles, and advises you on risks and tax obligations. At Regent, legal support is included in our services – we cooperate with verified lawyers, and our internal legal team manages the entire process. This provides clients not only with security but also with peace of mind during the transaction.

A preliminary contract is a legally binding document that establishes the basic terms of a real estate sale before the main sales contract is signed. It defines the price, method and deadline of payment, a description of the property, deadlines for concluding the final contract, termination conditions, and often – the amount of the down payment. A preliminary contract is particularly important when the buyer needs time to obtain a loan, when buying a property under construction, when legalization of the building, documents, or payment of debts is expected. At Regent, preliminary contracts are drafted by the legal team; the preliminary contract does not necessarily have to be certified by a notary, but it is recommended. They are also often notarized to gain enforcement power. This protects both the buyer and the seller and prevents future disputes.

A sales contract is the main legal document by which the transfer of ownership of a property is realized. It must contain all key elements: a precise description of the property (location, cadastral number, area), information about the seller and buyer, price, method and deadline of payment, a statement of ownership and encumbrances, as well as a confirmation that the seller guarantees the legal and factual correctness of the property. The contract must be signed in the presence of a notary for signature verification, and is often notarized so that direct ownership registration can be carried out without additional procedures. The sales contract is drafted with maximum care because any ambiguity can have financial and legal consequences. That is why at Regent, its elements are checked multiple times – legally and operationally.