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Real estate transactions are among the most important—and often the most financially significant—legal actions in the life of any individual or business. The purchase, sale, or establishment of real rights over real property requires not only careful verification of ownership, but also in-depth knowledge of the applicable legal framework and judicial practice in the field of property law.

The team of Evelina Toncheva & Partners Law Firm has extensive experience in real estate transactions, developed through many years of practice both in document preparation and in the resolution of property disputes before the courts. We provide comprehensive legal services aimed at ensuring maximum protection of our clients’ interests at every stage of the transaction.

What Does Legal Assistance in Real Estate Transactions Include?

Real estate transactions involve numerous risks—from ownership issues to hidden encumbrances or insufficient protection of your rights and interests. That is why it is essential to have a competent lawyer by your side to advise you and oversee every step of the process.

We Provide full legal assistance —from the initial negotiations to the final completion of the transaction, including:

  • Legal consultation on the most appropriate legal form of the transaction (sale and purchase, donation, exchange, etc.);
  • Verification of ownership and checks for encumbrances on the property;
  • Drafting of preliminary agreements, deposit agreements, and notarial deeds;
  • Full procedural representation , where judicial resolution of disputes is required.

Our goal is to minimise risks and provide you with legal certainty and peace of mind throughout the entire process.

Why Is Legal Assistance Important in Real Estate Transactions?

Improperly structured real estate transactions may lead to serious consequences — loss of rights, court disputes, and financial losses. With our legal assistance, you can be confident that every contract and document is prepared in full compliance with the law and that the protection of your interests is our top priority.

We further facilitate the process by offering:

  • The option to complete the transaction remotely through a power of attorney;
  • Electronic filing of documents and communication with public authorities;
  • Legal assistance for foreign nationalswishing to purchase or sell real estate in Bulgaria.

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What Real Estate Services Do We Offer?

At Evelina Toncheva & Partners Law Firm , we provide a full range of legal services related to real estate, including:

  • Assistance and coordination in the search for and offering of properties in accordance with the client’s criteria;
  • Mortgage-financed property purchases – assistance with banks in obtaining financing under the most favourable conditions, tailored to your borrower profile;
  • Thorough legal due diligence of properties, including verification of ownership and real rights status;
  • Drafting of preliminary agreements and notarial deeds;
  • Professional negotiation management with counterparties;
  • Representation in transactions without the client’s personal presence, through a power of attorney;
  • Legal assistance in the establishment of the right to build (superficies);;
  • Drafting of contracts for transfer of property in exchange for maintenance and care;

 

  • Preparation of documentation for donations of real estate;;
  • Legal assistance in voluntary partition of property;
  • Consultations on acquisition of ownership by prescription;;
  • Establishment and cancellation of mortgages — statutory and contractual;
  • Preparation of lease and tenancy agreements for real estate;
  • Establishment of limited real rights, such as: , including rights of use, overbuilding, extension, and rights of way;
  • Assistance in obtaining permits and construction documentation , including design visas, building permits, and occupancy/use permits;
  • Legal assistance in the foreign investments in real estate;
  • Full assistance with BULSTAT registration for foreign nationals;
  • Representation before notaries, state authorities, and local administrations;
  • Procedural representation in ownership disputes, property partition proceedings, and other real property disputes.

Why Choose Us?

By choosing Evelina Toncheva & Partners Law Firm, you benefit from:

  • Extensive experience , built through years of legal practice;
  • High professionalism and in-depth knowledge of legislation and court practice in the field of real estate law;
  • An individual, to each client and each legal matter;
  • The possibility of fully remote legal services, regardless of your location;
  • Efficiency, precision, and transparency at every stage of the process.

We are your reliable legal partner in one of the most important investments of your life — investing in real estate.

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• Frequently Asked Questions – Real Estate

Before exploring the details of our services and the way we work, we would like to present a selection of the questions most frequently asked by our clients. These questions reflect the key aspects of the legal practice of Evelina Toncheva & Partners Law Firm and are intended to provide clear, practical, and useful information.

Why is it important to check the legal status of a property before purchasing it?

Verifying ownership and checking for encumbrances on the property is a key step in avoiding future issues such as legal disputes, claims by third parties, or statutory restrictions affecting the property.

What is superficies (right to build)?

Superficies is a limited real right that allows a person to construct a building on land owned by another person and to acquire ownership of the building.

What does legal assistance for foreign real estate investments in Bulgaria include?

It includes consultations on applicable local legislation, legal due diligence of the property, assistance with completion of the transaction before a notary public, subsequent registration of ownership rights with the Property Register, assistance with banking matters, and completion of all required registrations of the foreign investor.

What documents are required for the sale of a property?

The required documents depend on the specific case, but most commonly include: • a notarial deed (proof of ownership); • a tax valuation certificate; • a certificate of encumbrances; • a cadastral sketch; • a certificate of heirs (where the property has been inherited); • a certificate of marital status. Our law firm obtains and prepares all required documents on behalf of the client.

What is the “right to build” and can it be sold?

The right to build (superficies) is a limited real right allowing construction on land owned by another person, with ownership of the building belonging to the holder of the right. It may be transferred, donated, or established in return for payment or under other agreed conditions.

Can a foreigner purchase property in Bulgaria?

Yes. EU citizens may freely acquire ownership of real estate in Bulgaria. Nationals of non-EU countries may purchase buildings, while land may be acquired through a registered company. We provide full legal assistance, including registration with the BULSTAT Register where required.

Can I purchase a property without being physically present?

Yes. By granting a notarised power of attorney, our lawyers can carry out all necessary actions on your behalf — from negotiations to signing the notarial deed.

What are the advantages of legal assistance in a real estate donation?

Legal assistance ensures the proper drafting of the donation agreement and helps prevent future disputes between the donor and the donee.

What are the risks when donating property between relatives?

A property donation may be challenged in inheritance disputes or may lead to conflicts between family members. For this reason, it is essential that the donation agreement is legally precise and compliant with the statutory rules on the reserved share of heirs. We will advise you on how to avoid future legal complications.

Who pays the notarial fees, taxes, and transaction costs?

The law does not provide a mandatory rule — the parties are free to agree on the allocation of costs. In practice, the buyer usually bears all expenses, unless otherwise agreed. We will assist you with an accurate breakdown and a preliminary calculation of all costs involved.

What should I do if I purchase a property encumbered with liens or other charges?

If the transaction has already been completed and the encumbrances were not disclosed in advance, you may be entitled to seek compensation or, depending on the circumstances, to request that the transaction be declared invalid. Prior to any transaction, we always carry out a thorough legal due diligence specifically to identify and avoid such risks.

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The information contained on this website is provided for general informational purposes only. As every legal matter has its own specific characteristics and requires an individual approach, we do not guarantee that the information presented here will be sufficient for resolving your legal issue independently. On the contrary, we strongly recommend seeking timely, qualified legal assistance in order to receive appropriate legal advice and effective protection of your rights and interests.
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