{"id":1518,"date":"2024-08-02T11:23:59","date_gmt":"2024-08-02T16:23:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ablitco.com\/es\/?page_id=1518"},"modified":"2025-01-17T12:34:17","modified_gmt":"2025-01-17T17:34:17","slug":"derecho-inmobiliario","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ablitco.com\/en\/servicios\/derecho-inmobiliario\/","title":{"rendered":"Real Estate Law"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Real Estate Law<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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It is essential to have proper legal advice, especially in operations involving the real estate system and possible judicial disputes that may arise. Staying updated on these regulations is crucial to ensure the legality and success of real estate transactions. The purchase and sale of real estate is one of the most common transactions in our country, driven by both national processes and growing foreign investment. Attracted by Ecuador's geographical location, climate, culture, and income levels, investors must be well-informed about the various applicable legal and tax systems to ensure the success of these operations.<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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What is Real Estate Law?<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Real Estate Law is a branch of law that regulates all matters related to real estate. It includes the regulations and procedures governing the acquisition, possession, use, sale, and leasing of properties, as well as the rights and obligations of owners and tenants. Real Estate Law also deals with urban planning, zoning, and regulations on construction and land development.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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What do we offer?<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Our real estate lawyers provide advice and representation in the purchase, sale, and rental of properties. We handle the review and drafting of contracts, ensuring that all transactions comply with local laws. Additionally, we resolve property-related disputes and provide assistance in matters of titles, inheritances, and litigation that may arise from these matters.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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When to hire an expert real estate lawyer?<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Hiring an expert real estate lawyer is essential in several key situations. When buying or selling properties, these professionals ensure that documents and contracts are in order, verify that the property has no encumbrances or hidden defects, and confirm the seller's title. They are also crucial for resolving property-related disputes, such as title issues or property boundaries. In commercial transactions, they manage the purchase, sale, and rental of commercial properties, protecting your interests. In summary, hiring a real estate lawyer provides the peace of mind and security needed to handle these important decisions professionally and smoothly.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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This study ensures clarity on the exact extent of the property, knowledge of the land use plan defining what type of construction is allowed, the feasibility of subdividing the land, and guarantees that the property is not located in a risk area. These aspects provide essential support before making a significant real estate investment.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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You need the property deed, encumbrance certificate, municipal appraisal, proof of tax payment, and ID cards and voting certificates of the parties involved.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Ownership can be verified through certificates obtained from the Local Property Register.<\/p>

These documents also help identify any potential property encumbrances or limitations. <\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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The legal obligations in a real estate transaction are clear: the seller must deliver the property free of encumbrances and in the agreed conditions, while the buyer must pay the agreed price and comply with the terms of the contract. It is crucial that the payment is made at the time of signing the contract, using means such as bank transfers, account deposits, certified checks, or cash payment.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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They can be resolved through mediation, out-of-court settlements, or, if necessary, through a lawsuit filed before the competent courts.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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If my property is not correctly delimited, it is crucial to carry out a demarcation process. This involves the participation of both the adjoining owners and the property owner to clearly mark the boundaries. Often, boundaries may be undefined, so the assistance of a surveyor is crucial to determine the boundaries, adjoining properties, and the total area of the land accurately.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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When buying or selling a property in Ecuador, you should consider the following taxes and additional costs:<\/p>

  1. Property Transfer Tax: Corresponds to 1% of the property's value and is paid by the seller.<\/li>
  2. Property Tax: This annual tax on the property must be paid in order to get the sell authorization.<\/li>
  3. Notary and Registration Fees: Include the costs of the public deed and property registration. These costs vary according to the property price.<\/li>
  4. Real Estate Agency Commissions: If you use the services of an agency, they usually charge a percentage of the sale price.<\/li>
  5. Lawyer fees.<\/li><\/ol><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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    In Ecuador, the common marital regime can affect the ownership of real estate as follows:<\/p>

    1. Marital Community: Properties acquired during the marriage are considered part of the marital community and belong to both spouses. To sell a property acquired during the marriage, the consent of both spouses is required.<\/li>
    2. Separation of Property: If the marriage is governed by a separation of property regime, each spouse maintains individual ownership of the properties acquired before and during the marriage.<\/li><\/ol><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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      To protect real estate investment in Ecuador, there are several legal security measures:<\/p>

      1. Property Registration: Ensure that the property is duly registered and that the titles are clear and free of encumbrances.<\/li>
      2. Encumbrance Certificate: Obtain this certificate to verify that the property has no mortgages, liens, or other legal encumbrances.<\/li>
      3. Clear and Detailed Contracts: Draft clear and detailed purchase-sale contracts, preferably with legal advice, to avoid future disputes.<\/li>
      4. Notarization of Documents: Conducting the transaction through a public notary is mandatory when you buy\/sell real estate.<\/li><\/ol><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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        A foreigner should consider the following when buying property in Ecuador:<\/p>

        1. Legal Requirements: Check if there are any legal restrictions for foreigners to buy property in the area of interest. Certain areas like environmental protection areas may have limitations.<\/li>
        2. Visas and Residency: Consider the visa and residency requirements that may affect property ownership and use in Ecuador.<\/li>
        3. Legal Advice: Hire a lawyer specialized in real estate law to ensure that all transactions are conducted in accordance with Ecuadorian law.<\/li><\/ol><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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