Document background
The House Selling Contract (koopovereenkomst) is a crucial document in Dutch real estate transactions, required whenever residential property is bought or sold in the Netherlands. This contract serves as the preliminary agreement that precedes the final notarial transfer deed and must comply with Dutch civil law requirements. It contains essential information about the property, parties involved, purchase price, and conditions of sale. The document is typically used after initial negotiations are complete but before the final transfer at the notary's office. It includes important provisions about property condition, warranties, and contingencies, reflecting the specific requirements of Dutch property law. The contract must be in writing and, for residential properties, includes a mandatory three-day cooling-off period for the buyer. This document forms the basis for the notary to prepare the final transfer deed and ensures all aspects of the property transaction are properly documented and legally binding.
