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Key Considerations Before Signing a Promise of Sale for Property Purchase
Understanding the Promise of Sale Agreement Definition and Purpose - Learn what a promise of sale is and why it is a crucial preliminary step in property transactions. Legal Binding Nature - Understand when the promise of sale becomes legally binding and what obligations it creates for both parties. Timeframes and Conditions - Recognize typical deadlines, payment terms and other conditions that may be attached to this agreement. Thorough Property Inspection Physical Conditi
Clara Grixti
Nov 17, 20251 min read


Do I need to tell my Heirs/Legatees which notary drew up my will?
This is a question many clients understandably ask. There is often the impression that, should something happen, the heirs must return to...
Clara Grixti
Jul 10, 20251 min read


What Are the Steps to Revoke a Power of Attorney and Why is it Crucial to Do So?
A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that allows someone (the "mandatary") to act on your behalf. However, circumstances...
Clara Grixti
Mar 13, 20251 min read


Protecting Notaries: The Procedures for Addressing Insults and Obstructions During Notarial Duties
In the practice of their duties, notaries public often find themselves in varied and sometimes challenging environments. It is crucial...
Clara Grixti
May 11, 20242 min read


Understanding the Notary’s Discretion: Conditions Under Which Services Can Be Refused
In the realm of legal documentation and notarisation, notaries public play a crucial role. They ensure that documents are authentic, that...
Clara Grixti
May 2, 20242 min read


How to Become a Notary in Malta: A Simple Guide
The appointment of notaries in Malta is a meticulous process designed to ensure the legal profession maintains high standards of...
Clara Grixti
Feb 10, 20241 min read


Safeguarding Malta's Legal Heritage: The Essentials of Notarial Act Custody
The care and custody of notarial acts in Malta is thoroughly regulated under Chapter 55 of the Maltese laws, specifically addressing the...
Clara Grixti
Feb 2, 20241 min read


Understanding Usufruct: A Legal Concept of Enjoyment and Use
Usufruct is a legal concept rooted in history, defining the temporary right to use and enjoy another person's property without ownership....
Clara Grixti
Nov 22, 20232 min read


Understanding Emphyteusis: A Key Tool for Property Developers and Owners
Originally, emphyteusis operated as a 'concession' agreement, where a landowner allowed another person to occupy, cultivate, and improve...
Clara Grixti
Oct 28, 20232 min read


Notarizations of Documents
A notary public holds the esteemed position of a public officer appointed by their respective state government to fulfill a vital role as...
Clara Grixti
Sep 6, 20232 min read


The Advantages of Redeeming Ground Rent
Redeeming ground rent brings substantial benefits to property owners, freeing them from recurring financial burdens and unlocking the...
Clara Grixti
Jul 31, 20231 min read


The Right to an Agency Fee
In order to establish the right to an agency fee, certain conditions must be fulfilled. Firstly, there should be a prospective conclusion...
Clara Grixti
Jul 1, 20231 min read


When and how should a Partnership Agreement be drawn up?
When an individual decides to engage in a commercial activity and to partner up with others in order to execute the same, the Clients’...
Clara Grixti
May 13, 20231 min read


Mediation during Personal Separations
The Mediation is a process whereby a neutral third party (the mediator) assists parties in a legal separation to reach a mutually...
Clara Grixti
May 7, 20231 min read


A Promise of Sale Agreement and its requisites
A Promise of Sale Agreement, also known as a Preliminary Agreement, is a legally binding contract between a buyer and a seller in Malta....
Clara Grixti
Mar 28, 20231 min read


Money Laundering Regulations
Malta, like many other countries, has implemented regulations to combat money laundering and terrorist financing. One of these measures...
Clara Grixti
Feb 4, 20231 min read


The Basic Requirements for a Legally binding Lease Agreement
In Malta, a lease contract must be in writing and should be registered with the Malta Landlord and Tenant Board within one month of the...
Clara Grixti
Jan 29, 20231 min read


Steps to Purchasing a Property in Malta
Purchasing property in Malta involves a number of steps, including: Identify a property: This involves searching for properties that meet...
Clara Grixti
Dec 28, 20221 min read


What properties and earnings are considered to be owned jointly by the spouses?
Article 1320 of the Maltese Civil Code provides that a married couple who has the Community of Acquests regulating their matrimonial...
Clara Grixti
Dec 4, 20221 min read


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Clara Grixti
Nov 12, 20221 min read
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