RealtyTM Team
The RealtyTM editorial team prepares guides based on Polish market data and current regulations. Content is reviewed by our subject editors.
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A co-owner can sell their share in a property. Learn the rules of co-ownership, the right of pre-emption, the matter of consent and how to negotiate it.
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You can sell a flat encumbered with a mortgage. Learn the role of the bank certificate, repayment and removing the mortgage, and how to settle it safely.
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What a notarial deed is, what it must contain, how much it costs and how signing at a notary works. A practical guide to buying a property in Poland.
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Screening a tenant limits the risk of arrears and damage. See how to legally assess a candidate, what to ask about and which documents you may expect.
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A mortgage step by step: from checking creditworthiness and comparing offers, through the application and documents, to the bank's decision, the contract and disbursement.
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Buying a first flat can feel overwhelming. We guide you through each step: from assessing your budget and creditworthiness to finalising the purchase.
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Fixed or variable interest rate on a mortgage? We compare the costs, the risk and payment predictability, and help you choose the option best suited to you.
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Primary or secondary market? We compare prices, formalities, taxes, waiting time and risks to help you choose the flat best suited to your needs.
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A preliminary agreement is the foundation of a safe transaction. See which clauses protect the buyer and how notarial form differs from an ordinary written one.
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The land and mortgage register: how to read it and check a property's legal status. Learn the structure of the four sections and the rules from the register Act.
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Before buying a flat on the primary market, check the developer. We suggest where to find data on the firm's condition, project history and buyer safeguards.
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A mortgage for a single person or a couple — how credit capacity is calculated, the differences, the pros and the risks of a joint commitment. A useful guide.
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