Notarial deed (akt notarialny) for the sale and purchase of a flat – you can't do without it!

Every transaction involving the purchase and sale of a property requires appropriate legal documentation that protects both the buyer and the seller. One of the key documents in this process is the notarial deed (akt notarialny). Without it, it is hard to speak of the full legality and security of the transaction. In this article we discuss the importance of the notarial deed in the process of buying and selling a flat and its key elements.

What is a notarial deed for the sale and purchase of a flat?

A notarial deed for a flat is a document of special legal force drawn up by a notary, who has the knowledge and authority needed to confirm that a civil-law act has been carried out. Before it is signed, the notarial deed must be read out by the notary. The maximum rates that the notary may charge as the notarial fee are set out in the Regulation of the Minister of Justice of 28 June 2004. The document is drawn up in three copies – the original for the notary and one copy for each of the parties to the civil-law act.

What does a notarial deed for the sale and purchase of a flat contain?

A notarial deed for the sale and purchase of a flat is an official document that must contain certain elements. These are:

• the date and time it was drawn up;
• the place where it was drawn up;
• the notary's details, including their first name and surname and the location of their office;
• the details of the parties;
• information about the property;
• the price of the property;
• the number of the property's land and mortgage register (księga wieczysta);
• information about costs;
• the parties' declarations, which contain the substance of the legal act;
• the signatures of the persons taking part in the legal act, as well as of those present when it is drawn up;
• the notary's seal, which certifies its authenticity.

The importance of the notarial deed in the sale and purchase of a flat

Concluding a contract for the sale and purchase of a property in the form of a notarial deed is mandatory. This means that the document must be drawn up by a notary in order to be valid. Why does the notarial deed matter when a property is bought or sold? Find out!

1. The notarial deed guarantees security for both parties. Both the buyer and the seller can be sure that the contract complies with the law and that their interests are protected.
2. The document is the basis for an entry in the land and mortgage register, which means that the buyer becomes the legal owner of the property.
3. The notarial deed is an official document that helps prevent fraud when a flat is bought or sold and significantly reduces the risk of dishonest practices.

Summary

The notarial deed is an important document that ensures the security and certainty of the transaction. If you are looking for an estate agency in Katowice that will guide you through the process of buying and selling a flat, be sure to contact me. As an experienced agent I will provide comprehensive support at every stage of the transaction, from searching for a suitable property to closing the deal.