Legal Due Diligence for Property in Brazil: Complete Checklist

Why Due Diligence Is Non-Negotiable

Brazilian real estate transactions depend on public registry records. What appears in a listing may not reflect encumbrances, litigation, or municipal irregularities.

Core Documents We Review

• Updated matrícula (title deed) from the Real Estate Registry
• Federal, state, and municipal tax certificates
• Condominium minutes and debt statements
• Seller civil and labor court certificates (scope tailored to risk)

Physical and Urban Compliance

We assess whether built area matches registry descriptions and whether zoning permits the current use — critical in coastal markets like Florianópolis.

Timeline and Risk Allocation

Due diligence findings inform contract clauses, price adjustments, or walk-away decisions before irreversible deposits are placed.

Work With Specialists

International buyers benefit from bilingual reporting and coordination with brokers, notaries, and registry offices across Santa Catarina.