Property Documents
Usufruct and bare ownership: two sets of rights in one home
Understand the distinction between usufruct and bare ownership using France as an example, and identify the documents that explain an actual property.
Inside the property journal
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Property Documents
A tenant estoppel certificate confirms lease facts for another transaction
A tenant estoppel certificate records lease-related facts for a transaction. See what to compare and why discrepancies deserve careful review.
Property Due Diligence
Listed-building consent can matter inside a home as well as outside
For a listed home in England, an internal alteration can raise consent questions too. Build a useful enquiry before committing to works.
Buying a Home
Buying a home with a seller rent-back agreement
A seller rent-back separates closing from possession. Check the dates, costs, insurance and written handover terms before planning your move.
Buying a Home
Buying a home with a flying freehold: find the part that crosses the boundary
Understand a flying freehold and the questions to raise about boundaries, support, repair access and mortgage requirements before buying.
Property Documents
Owner and lender title insurance protect different interests in a home purchase
Lender and owner title policies protect different interests in a US property purchase. Read the insured party, exceptions and quote before closing.