Legalities
The number 1 rule to buying a property in Morocco is to make sure you have a lawyer. You
wouldn’t buy a property in the UK without a solicitor would you? Within this area we have a
selection of articles that relate to the legal facets of property in Morocco.
The role of a notary
8th February 2012 - 11:03
Thanks to its French and Spanish pasts, the conveyancing process in
Morocco is very similar to the European Continent. This means that while a
public notary must by law oversee and rubber stamp a transaction it is
still wise to hire an independent lawyer to safeguard your own personal
interests.
A notary’s primary role is arranging the paperwork for a sale and
checking it is all in order and both parties are present and correct at the
signing of it; typically this will be
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Tips for renovating in Morocco
7th December 2011 - 06:25
Morocco is home British people looking to immerse themselves in a
colourful culture and exotic lifestyle – not to mention a cheaper
cost of living and warmer climate. There’s also the bonus of the
country offering some interesting and affordable property available. Whilst
moving abroad is bound to be stressful at times, what if you are moving
abroad to a non-complete or run-down property? And by this I mean one which
is in need of a lot of attention!
Renovation
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Buying options in Morocco
26th October 2011 - 05:35
Morocco is famous for its culture, its colour and its beautiful scenery,
so it is no wonder so many people decide they want to own a property there
after visiting the country. Currently there are no restrictions on foreign
nationals buying property in Morocco, whether it is as a permanent
residence, a second home, or simply an investment.
The Moroccan property market is growing fast as more and more investors
look to the country, and this is having a positive effect on
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Lessons to be learned: a buying story from Morocco
14th September 2011 - 05:30
Morocco is known around the world for its vibrant cities, such as
Marrakech and Fez, as well as its increasingly popular beach resorts, such
as Agadir on the Atlantic coast and Saidia on the Med. Hardly surprising
then that it’s become a second home, or emigration, destination for
Brits looking to tap into a more exotic lifestyle than the more typical
destinations. Two such people are Simon and Debbie Weller; they had visited
Morocco several times and fallen in love with the relaxed
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How to find a good solicitor in Morocco
3rd August 2011 - 11:39
Many people fall in love with Morocco every year for its rich culture; it
has traditional views yet a modern society to accompany it. Morocco is a
great place to be if you wish to be surrounded by more traditional, ethical
people.
Currently there are no legal requirements which mean you must have a
solicitor when purchasing a property in Morocco. However, like a great deal
many countries, Morocco has a big problem with their title deeds to
properties. For this reason it is
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