A Sales Contract For House (Kaufvertrag für Immobilien) is a fundamental legal document used in German real estate transactions to formalize the transfer of residential property ownership. This document is essential whenever residential property is bought or sold in Germany, whether between private individuals, corporate entities, or a combination thereof. The contract must be notarized to be legally valid under German law and must comply with the strict requirements of the German Civil Code (BGB), particularly §§ 311b and 433-479. It encompasses critical information including property details, purchase price, payment terms, warranties, and transfer conditions. The document serves multiple purposes: it protects both parties' interests, ensures legal compliance, facilitates property registration in the German Land Registry (Grundbuch), and provides a clear framework for the transaction's completion. This type of contract is particularly important in the German market due to the country's specific legal requirements for property transfers and the significant role of notaries in real estate transactions.

1. Parties: Identification of the seller(s) and buyer(s) with full legal names, addresses, and marital status if relevant

2. Background: Brief context of the sale and confirmation that the seller is the registered owner of the property

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement including Property, Completion Date, Purchase Price, and other relevant terms

4. Property Description: Detailed description of the property including land registry details, exact address, and cadastral information

5. Purchase Price: Specified purchase price, payment terms, and escrow arrangements

6. Transfer of Ownership: Terms regarding the transfer of title and registration in the land registry (Grundbuch)

7. Conditions Precedent: Conditions that must be met before completion, including financing arrangements and necessary permits

8. Warranties and Representations: Seller's warranties regarding property condition, encumbrances, and other relevant aspects

9. Property Condition: Current state of the property, known defects, and agreement on acceptance of condition

10. Costs and Taxes: Allocation of transaction costs, transfer taxes, and other fees between parties

11. Handover: Terms for physical handover of the property, including timing and condition requirements

12. Notice Provisions: Communication requirements and contact details for notices between parties

13. Governing Law: Confirmation of German law application and jurisdiction

14. Execution: Notarization requirements and signature provisions