The homebuyer's guide
A useful tool for consumer information and protection
Buying a home is one of the most important financial decisions in a family's life. To support those interested, UNNPR, in partnership with the National Authority for Consumer Protection, launched „The homebuyer's guide, useful information for consumer protection”, a publication intended to support the accurate information of people interested in buying a home.
The guide brings together, in an accessible format, the essential legal reference points, from the role of the public notary to the formalities required after signature.
What the guide offers
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The role of the public notary
Guaranteeing the legality and security of the transaction concluded between the parties.
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The legal steps of the purchase
The correct route, from the preliminary contract to the authentication of the transfer of ownership.
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Crucial points before signing the contracts
Checks and clauses to be examined carefully before committing:
- Verification by the public notary that the seller holds ownership of the property concerned
- Careful examination by the buyer of the clauses of the preliminary contract, including those on the price and the method of payment
- The buyer's rights and guarantees
- The clauses protecting the buyer
- The costs of the transaction and the associated costs
- Exact identification by the buyer of the home being bought
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Formalities after the transaction is completed
The formalities protecting the buyer that are required once the transaction is concluded.
Funding for the guide was provided by the Romanian Association of Property Developers.
The leaflets have been sent to the Chambers of Public Notaries and will be distributed to all notarial offices in the country, and made available to the public free of charge.
This initiative helps raise citizens' level of legal awareness and supports responsible decisions grounded in knowledge of the applicable legal framework. Through it, UNNPR reaffirms its commitment to promoting transparency, legal security and the protection of citizens' legitimate interests.