Good location, good price and nice vendor… sound like good reasons to buy land or property. But no, that’s not enough. Before buying land or property, it’s crucial to do due diligence. This means taking a really close look at the legal, financial, and operational aspects of the land or property you’re interested in.
In the real estate business, where every deal is different, due diligence is like a safety net. It helps you avoid unexpected issues that may come later after the transaction. Understanding due diligence is important for making smart choices in real estate. Below are some important points for you to know about the due diligence process.
What Is Due Diligence?
In the context of land, property and real estate business, due diligence refers to thorough and careful investigation or examination of a land/property before the official transaction. It is a crucial step for buyers, sellers, and investors to ensure that they have a comprehensive understanding of the property’s legal, financial, and physical aspects. The goal is to identify any potential risks, liabilities or issues that may affect the property’s value.
Why Is It Crucial?
Due diligence procedures are designed to save time and prevent frustration for all parties involved. Engaging in due diligence can also help to ensure your compliance with laws and regulations by thoroughly reviewing and evaluating the legal aspects.
The outcome of this process reduces the likelihood of making unwise investments and facing financial losses by identifying both opportunities and risks that may not be immediately apparent. In short, due diligence can uncover hidden strengths and weaknesses of the property that may impact your decision.
Who Is Conducting Due Diligence?
Buyer or Investor is the primary party for initiating and overseeing the due diligence process. However, they usually appoint some real estate agents, notaries, legal professionals like lawyers and other experts depending on the specific needs of the transaction.
It is recommended to appoint a lawyer to do the due diligence to keep it neutral and impartial. Same thing applies for the escrow. It is advisable to appoint a third party to manage a financial arrangement on behalf of the buyer and seller during the transaction process.
What Next After Due Diligence?
After the due diligence is completed, if the buyer and the vendor agree to proceed then the chosen notary will provide all necessary documents. A notary is assigned to check the legal statuses of the documents and paperworks regarding the property and the transactions.
Investing in Bali real estate market can be a rewarding experience, but it’s essential to have a trusted partner by your side. At Seven Stones Indonesia, we are known as trusted partners in property business. We consist of a large team with more than 20 years of experience in real estate, legal, tax, accounting and marketing to help you make informed decisions with no issues later on.
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