How to buy property in Portugal without the common mistakes
September 16 @ 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm BST
You’ve found a property in Portugal that feels right, but it’s easy to focus on the purchase itself and overlook the legal checks that protect you. Knowing what should happen before you sign a contract can help you avoid costly mistakes.
In this free, 30-minute webinar, a Portuguese property lawyer will explain the legal steps involved in buying property in Portugal and the common mistakes overseas buyers can avoid.
You’ll come away knowing:
- What legal checks are carried out on a property before contracts are signed
- How to confirm the property has a clear title and no outstanding debts or disputes
- What the Promissory Contract (Contrato de Promessa de Compra e Venda) commits you to
- The stages at which your lawyer should be involved, and when to appoint one
- What can go wrong when buyers cut corners on legal due diligence
- How legal fees work and what’s included in a typical engagement
- The questions to ask a lawyer before you instruct them
There’ll also be time for your own questions.






