Contract #1 — Property Purchase

Contract #2 — Transfer of the Property Title Deed to the New Owner

• The transfer documents at the Registry of Lands are conveyed to the Registrar,
 
• The Registrar passes the instrument of transfer. 
• They are later delivered to the commissioner responsible for land registration for authentication. 
• The registrar then cancels out the old owner and replaces him with the buyer (you) in handwriting.
For this process, both the seller and you must provide passport photos. So the property transfer documents consist of receipts of payment for stamp duties. registration fees 



Closing

Closing is the final step before getting the keys to your new home. 

Several parties will come to complete the real estate transaction between you and the seller. Often, those attending the final meeting will be:
• Your real estate agent
• Attorneys (to represent the buyer as well as the seller.)

The closing agent ensures all documents are signed and copied for both the buyer and the seller. 

You will also need to review the contract papers, pause, and ask questions where you don’t understand. 
Plan for closing costs such as legal fees, inspection fees, and mortgage appraisal.
Finally, complete the purchase and execute all the required documents. and ensure you are