Legal Engineering for
Real Estate Acquisitions.
We safeguard our clients' capital through high-precision technical and fiscal audits within the Spanish market.
Due Diligence Protocol
High-Level Real Estate Legal Services
| Legal Area | SGH Control Action | Risk Mitigation |
|---|---|---|
| Land Registry Audit | Examination of ownership, liens, easements, and current marginal tax liability notes. | Hidden Charges and Liens |
| Urban Planning Control | Verification of Occupancy Certificate (Cédula), LPO, and absence of municipal sanction proceedings. | Demolition Orders |
| Cadastral Compliance | Validation of boundaries, built surfaces, and Land Registry-Cadastre coordination. | Metric Discrepancies |
| Tax Structuring | Analysis of Transfer Tax (ITP) or VAT and tax optimization for non-residents. | Tax Overcosts |
| Community Liabilities | Certification of debts with the Owners' Association and review of bylaws (Airbnb limitations). | Debts and Rental Vetoes |
| Utilities & Local Taxes | Audit of Property Tax (IBI), waste disposal fees, and active utility contracts. | Joint and Several Liability |
Acquisition Operational Timeline
Reservation & NIE
Asset blocking and urgent tax ID (NIE) processing for non-residents.
Due Diligence
15-day window for comprehensive legal, technical, and urban planning audits.
Arras / PPCU
Drafting of ironclad contracts with exit clauses for hidden defects.
Notary Closing
Legal representation at signing, tax settlement, and utility transfers.
Prime Residential Investment
Legal structuring for the acquisition of luxury villas and high-end assets in Madrid, Marbella, and the Balearic Islands.
SGH ExclusivityCommercial Real Estate
Legal advisory on retail units, offices, and hotel assets with a focus on yield and profitability.
Corporate StrengthInitial consultation without obligation
Who do we serve?
Private Investors
Individuals seeking total legal security for their second home or real estate investment.
Family Offices
Wealth management requiring recurring technical audits and absolute discretion.
Expats & Non-Residents
International clients needing a native legal representative to operate remotely in Spain.
Investment Funds
Investment vehicles requiring agile Due Diligence for residential or commercial assets.
Fiduciary Commitment SGH: Our firm operates under a protocol of absolute independence. We do not accept third-party commissions nor maintain ties with real estate agencies, ensuring that our Due Diligence remains an objective and rigorous analysis designed exclusively for the protection of your assets.