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O vendedor quer que eu assine hoje: o que verificar antes de comprar um imóvel no Brasil?

Due Diligence

O vendedor quer que eu assine hoje: o que verificar antes de comprar um imóvel no Brasil?

Proposta de compra, sinal, arras e riscos de assinar antes da due diligence. O que o comprador internacional deve verificar no Brasil.

29 de outubro de 2026 · 14 min read

What should I look for when hiring a real estate lawyer in Brazil

Legal Risk

What should I look for when hiring a real estate lawyer in Brazil

Foreign buyers should evaluate counsel on several objective criteria: demonstrated experience with international acquisitions and remote closings; bilingual…

5 de abril de 2026 · 1 min read

What is probate and when is it required for property in Brazil

Inheritance

What is probate and when is it required for property in Brazil

Probate (inventário) is the judicial or extrajudicial proceeding that identifies heirs, inventories estate assets, settles debts and taxes, and authorizes…

2 de abril de 2026 · 1 min read

What documents do foreigners need to buy property in Brazil

Buying Property

What documents do foreigners need to buy property in Brazil

Document requirements vary by buyer nationality, civil status, property type, and whether the buyer is an individual or entity. Typical individual buyer…

30 de março de 2026 · 1 min read

Can a Brazilian property attorney handle transactions nationwide

Process

Can a Brazilian property attorney handle transactions nationwide

Yes. Brazilian property law is largely federal, and a qualified property attorney in Brazil may advise on transactions throughout the country for…

27 de março de 2026 · 1 min read

What is the difference between a real estate lawyer and a broker in Brazil

Legal Risk

What is the difference between a real estate lawyer and a broker in Brazil

A real estate broker (corretor de imóveis) markets property, facilitates buyer-seller introductions, and typically earns commission paid by the seller under…

24 de março de 2026 · 1 min read

What happens if due diligence reveals problems with the property

Due Diligence

What happens if due diligence reveals problems with the property

When due diligence reveals liens, unpaid IPTU or condominium fees, registry defects, ownership disputes, construction irregularities, or environmental…

21 de março de 2026 · 1 min read

Can I repatriate money when I sell Brazilian property

International

Can I repatriate money when I sell Brazilian property

Yes, subject to Central Bank of Brazil regulations, applicable tax clearance, and documentation demonstrating lawful acquisition and valid sale. When a…

18 de março de 2026 · 1 min read

Why Foreigners Need a Real Estate Lawyer in Brazil

Legal Risk

Why Foreigners Need a Real Estate Lawyer in Brazil

Legal risks foreign buyers face in Brazil — hidden debts, invalid ownership, incomplete registrations, tax exposure, construction irregularities, and inheritance disputes.

15 de março de 2026 · 3 min read

How do foreign exchange rules affect property purchases

International

How do foreign exchange rules affect property purchases

Funds remitted from abroad for Brazilian property acquisition must flow through authorized financial institutions and comply with Central Bank of Brazil…

15 de março de 2026 · 1 min read

What are condominium fees and why do they matter

Property Management

What are condominium fees and why do they matter

Condominium fees (taxa de condomínio) are monthly charges paid by apartment and gated community owners to fund building maintenance, staff, security, shared…

12 de março de 2026 · 1 min read

What are border area restrictions for foreign buyers

Restrictions

What are border area restrictions for foreign buyers

Properties located within 150 kilometers of Brazil's land borders with neighboring countries are subject to additional restrictions under Law 6.634/1979 and…

9 de março de 2026 · 1 min read

Are there restrictions on foreign ownership of rural land in Brazil

Restrictions

Are there restrictions on foreign ownership of rural land in Brazil

Yes. Law 5.709/1971 and related regulations restrict foreign acquisition of rural land in Brazil. Non-resident foreigners and foreign legal entities face…

6 de março de 2026 · 1 min read

Brasileiros no Exterior: Como Comprar Imóvel no Brasil à Distância

International

Brasileiros no Exterior: Como Comprar Imóvel no Brasil à Distância

Estratégias jurídicas para brasileiros nos EUA, Europa e além que desejam investir em imóveis no Brasil sem retornar a cada assinatura.

5 de março de 2026 · 1 min read

What is Hague Apostille and when is it required

International

What is Hague Apostille and when is it required

The Hague Apostille is an international certification under the Hague Apostille Convention confirming the authenticity of public documents for use in other…

3 de março de 2026 · 1 min read

Complete Guide to Buying Property in Brazil

Buying Property

Complete Guide to Buying Property in Brazil

How international buyers acquire, register, and hold real estate in Brazil — legal eligibility, CPF, due diligence, taxes, financing, remote purchases, and cross-border fund transfers.

1 de março de 2026 · 13 min read

What is a Power of Attorney and when do I need one

Legal Concepts

What is a Power of Attorney and when do I need one

A power of attorney (procuração) is a legal instrument authorizing another person — typically your Brazilian real estate lawyer — to perform specified acts…

28 de fevereiro de 2026 · 1 min read

What is a Cartório and why does it matter

Legal Concepts

What is a Cartório and why does it matter

Cartório is the Brazilian notarial and registry office system — a network of legally delegated private offices performing essential public functions.…

25 de fevereiro de 2026 · 1 min read

What is IPTU

Taxes

What is IPTU

IPTU (Imposto Predial e Territorial Urbano) is the annual municipal property tax assessed on urban real estate in Brazil. It is paid to the municipal…

22 de fevereiro de 2026 · 1 min read

Como Estrangeiros Compram Imóvel em Florianópolis

Florianópolis

Como Estrangeiros Compram Imóvel em Florianópolis

Guia prático para compradores internacionais em Florianópolis — CPF, contratos, tributos e etapas de fechamento no mercado premium de Santa Catarina.

20 de fevereiro de 2026 · 1 min read

What are closing costs for buying property in Brazil

Buying Property

What are closing costs for buying property in Brazil

Closing costs beyond the purchase price typically include ITBI (municipal transfer tax, often two to three percent), notary fees (emolumentos) for the…

19 de fevereiro de 2026 · 1 min read

What is a CPF and how do foreigners obtain one

Legal Concepts

What is a CPF and how do foreigners obtain one

The CPF (Cadastro de Pessoas Físicas) is the Brazilian individual tax identification number issued by the Receita Federal. It is required for virtually…

13 de fevereiro de 2026 · 1 min read

What is the difference between a private contract and escritura in Brazil

Legal Concepts

What is the difference between a private contract and escritura in Brazil

A private purchase contract (contrato de promessa de compra e venda or similar instrument) binds parties to agreed terms and may accompany an earnest…

10 de fevereiro de 2026 · 1 min read

Can foreigners own beachfront property in Brazil

Restrictions

Can foreigners own beachfront property in Brazil

Foreigners can generally own urban beachfront apartments and houses in Brazil, subject to environmental and maritime domain rules that restrict certain…

4 de fevereiro de 2026 · 1 min read

Due Diligence Jurídica de Imóveis no Brasil: Checklist Completo

Due Diligence

Due Diligence Jurídica de Imóveis no Brasil: Checklist Completo

As verificações jurídicas essenciais antes de comprar imóvel no Brasil — matrícula, ônus, tributos, débitos condominiais e conformidade urbanística.

1 de fevereiro de 2026 · 1 min read

Can foreigners inherit property in Brazil

Inheritance

Can foreigners inherit property in Brazil

Yes. Foreign nationals may inherit Brazilian real estate under Brazilian succession law and applicable international treaties. Inheritance does not require…

1 de fevereiro de 2026 · 1 min read

How long does property registration take in Brazil

Process

How long does property registration take in Brazil

Property registration at the Registro de Imóveis typically takes two to eight weeks after the escritura pública is executed and the registration application…

29 de janeiro de 2026 · 1 min read

Can I buy property in Brazil remotely

Buying Property

Can I buy property in Brazil remotely

Yes. Many foreign buyers complete Brazilian property acquisitions without being physically present for every procedural step. Remote purchase is legally…

26 de janeiro de 2026 · 1 min read

What is a matrícula

Legal Concepts

What is a matrícula

The matrícula is the official registry transcript of a property maintained at the Cartório de Registro de Imóveis — the Brazilian land registry. It is the…

23 de janeiro de 2026 · 1 min read

What is ITBI

Taxes

What is ITBI

ITBI (Imposto sobre Transmissão de Bens Imóveis) is the Brazilian municipal tax on transfer of real property ownership. It is calculated as a percentage of…

20 de janeiro de 2026 · 1 min read

O que não pode faltar no contrato de compra e venda de imóvel?

Compra e Venda

O que não pode faltar no contrato de compra e venda de imóvel?

Elementos essenciais do contrato de compra e venda — identificação das partes, objeto, preço, prazos, multas e cláusulas que protegem o comprador antes da assinatura.

20 de janeiro de 2026 · 7 min read

What taxes do foreigners pay when buying property in Brazil

Taxes

What taxes do foreigners pay when buying property in Brazil

Foreign buyers pay the same transaction taxes as Brazilian nationals in standard urban acquisitions. The primary acquisition tax is ITBI (municipal transfer…

17 de janeiro de 2026 · 1 min read

Golden Visa Brasil: Guia de Investimento Imobiliário 2026

Golden Visa

Golden Visa Brasil: Guia de Investimento Imobiliário 2026

Como investidores estrangeiros podem alinhar aquisições imobiliárias no Brasil a vias de residência — requisitos legais, due diligence e planejamento estratégico.

15 de janeiro de 2026 · 1 min read

Can foreigners obtain financing in Brazil

Buying Property

Can foreigners obtain financing in Brazil

Foreigners can obtain mortgage financing in Brazil, but availability is more limited than in North America or Europe. Brazilian banks may lend to foreign…

14 de janeiro de 2026 · 1 min read

Can Canadians buy property in Brazil

Buying Property

Can Canadians buy property in Brazil

Yes. Canadian citizens may acquire urban property in Brazil under the same general rules applicable to other foreign nationals. There is no prohibition on…

11 de janeiro de 2026 · 1 min read

Can Americans buy property in Brazil

Buying Property

Can Americans buy property in Brazil

Yes. American citizens can legally purchase urban residential and commercial property in Brazil without special government approval in most cities. The…

8 de janeiro de 2026 · 1 min read

É seguro receber as chaves do imóvel antes do Habite-se?

Compra e Venda

É seguro receber as chaves do imóvel antes do Habite-se?

Por que receber as chaves antes do Habite-se é arriscado, quais cláusulas são abusivas e como proteger seu investimento em imóvel na planta.

12 de novembro de 2025 · 5 min read

Due diligence imobiliária: o que é e por que é indispensável

Due Diligence

Due diligence imobiliária: o que é e por que é indispensável

Análise de risco na compra de imóvel: documentos verificados, riscos evitados, quando é obrigatória e como a assessoria jurídica protege seu investimento.

21 de outubro de 2025 · 4 min read

Comprar um imóvel no Brasil morando em Portugal

Internacional

Comprar um imóvel no Brasil morando em Portugal

Guia completo para brasileiros e portugueses: documentos, impostos, financiamento, procuração e assessoria jurídica para comprar imóvel no Brasil à distância.

20 de outubro de 2025 · 5 min read

5 riscos ao comprar imóvel sem escritura pública

Direito Imobiliário

5 riscos ao comprar imóvel sem escritura pública

Comprar sem escritura registrada pode significar perda do imóvel, impossibilidade de financiar, disputas judiciais e custos extras. Conheça os principais riscos.

21 de junho de 2025 · 8 min read

Distrato: como desistir da compra de um imóvel na planta

Compra e Venda

Distrato: como desistir da compra de um imóvel na planta

Direitos do comprador na desistência, multas da Lei 13.786/2018, prazos de reembolso e como formalizar o distrato com segurança jurídica.

28 de maio de 2025 · 5 min read

Não compre um imóvel antes de ler isso: a importância da assessoria jurídica

Direito Imobiliário

Não compre um imóvel antes de ler isso: a importância da assessoria jurídica

O que verificar antes de assinar contrato de compra e venda — matrícula, cláusulas abusivas, financiamento e imóvel na planta — com assessoria especializada.

21 de abril de 2025 · 4 min read