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The One To Four Family Residential Contract is a specialized legal instrument used in Swiss real estate transactions for properties housing between one and four families. This document is essential for properly documenting the transfer of residential property ownership in Switzerland, ensuring compliance with federal and cantonal laws. It becomes necessary whenever there's a transaction involving single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes, or four-unit residential buildings. The contract incorporates mandatory provisions required by Swiss law, including detailed property descriptions, price and payment terms, warranties, and closing requirements. It addresses specific Swiss legal considerations such as land registry requirements, notarization processes, and where applicable, Lex Koller restrictions for foreign buyers. The document is structured to protect both buyers' and sellers' interests while ensuring the transaction meets all regulatory requirements for residential property transfers in Switzerland.

1. Parties: Identification of the seller and buyer with full legal names, addresses, and any relevant registration numbers

2. Background: Context of the transaction and brief description of the property being sold

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement including Property, Purchase Price, Closing Date, etc.

4. Property Description: Detailed description of the property including land registry details, cadastral number, size, and exact location

5. Purchase Price: Specified purchase amount, payment structure, and deposit requirements

6. Payment Terms: Details of how and when payments are to be made, including any financing conditions

7. Transfer of Ownership: Process and conditions for transferring property title and registration in the land registry

8. Seller's Warranties: Warranties regarding property condition, ownership, encumbrances, and compliance with laws

9. Buyer's Warranties: Confirmations regarding financing capability and compliance with Lex Koller if applicable

10. Closing Conditions: Prerequisites that must be met before completion of the sale

11. Closing Process: Step-by-step procedure for completing the transaction

12. Costs and Taxes: Allocation of transaction costs, transfer taxes, and notary fees

13. Default and Remedies: Consequences and available remedies if either party fails to perform

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Confirmation of Swiss law application and jurisdiction for disputes

15. Notices: How formal communications between parties should be made

16. Execution: Signature requirements and execution process