Document background
The Home Sale Deed is a fundamental legal document in Dutch property transactions, required for any transfer of residential real estate ownership in the Netherlands. This document is governed by the Dutch Civil Code (Burgerlijk Wetboek) and must be executed in the form of a notarial deed. It is used when transferring ownership of houses, apartments, and other residential properties, containing essential information such as party details, property description, purchase price, and transfer conditions. The deed must address specific legal requirements including seller warranties, property condition, and risk transfer. Under Dutch law, property transfer is only legally complete when the Home Sale Deed is executed before a notary and subsequently registered with the Land Registry (Kadaster). The document provides legal security for both parties and serves as the official record of property ownership transfer.
