Document background
The Registered Agreement For Sale is a crucial document in Swiss real estate transactions, used whenever there is a transfer of real property ownership. This agreement type is specifically designed to meet the stringent requirements of Swiss property law, including both federal and cantonal regulations. It serves as the primary document for recording the terms and conditions of property sales, ensuring compliance with Swiss Civil Code (ZGB) and Code of Obligations (OR) requirements. The document must be notarized and registered with the land registry (Grundbuch) to effect the legal transfer of property ownership. It includes essential elements such as precise property identification, payment terms, warranties, and specific provisions required by Swiss law, such as Lex Koller compliance for foreign buyers. The agreement's format and content are carefully structured to ensure acceptance by Swiss authorities and to provide legal certainty for all parties involved in the transaction.
