Document background
The Real Estate Purchase Agreement (koopovereenkomst) is a fundamental legal document used in the Netherlands for property transactions. It serves as the primary contract governing the sale and purchase of real estate, whether residential, commercial, or industrial. The document must comply with Dutch civil law requirements and includes essential elements such as property details, purchase price, transfer conditions, and warranties. It requires execution before a notary and subsequent registration with the Dutch Land Registry (Kadaster). This agreement is particularly important as it forms the basis for the notarial deed of transfer (leveringsakte) and must address specific Dutch legal requirements including transfer tax obligations, municipality pre-emptive rights, and environmental considerations. The document is typically used when parties have reached agreement on the main terms of the property transaction and need to formalize their obligations and rights in a legally binding manner.
