7 QUESTIONS AROUND THE PURCHASE OF OFF-PLAN HOUSING

Buying a home, why choose a new one?
A purchase in new real estate has many advantages: a thoughtful design, with an optimized layout in order to take advantage of each space, lasting comfort thanks to the quality of the materials, energy savings due to optimal thermal insulation , a multitude of amenities that make everyday life easier (underground parking, bicycle storage, private green spaces), and many more.

1 - Buying a home, why choose the new one?

A purchase in new real estate has many advantages: a thoughtful design, with an optimized layout in order to take advantage of each space, lasting comfort thanks to the quality of the materials, energy savings due to optimal thermal insulation , a multitude of amenities that make everyday life easier (underground parking, bicycle storage, private green spaces), and many more.

2 - What are the advantages if I buy off plan?

By buying on plan, you have the possibility of making "tailor-made". With the agreement of the promoter, you have different options as to the layout of the rooms, the choice of materials, floor coverings, kitchen and bathroom furniture,

Note that at the start of marketing, a lot is still possible in the design of the apartment, but as the work progresses, the options for modifications / customizations are reduced.

3 - What protections for the individual buyer when buying off plan?

If you decide to make a plan purchase, don't worry! Thanks to the Breyne Law, the regulations for those who buy off plan are very clear. This law aims to protect the future owner by imposing a series of obligations both on the builder and the developer and on the seller. For example: the contractor or the promoter must be able to guarantee you a correct execution of the works, it specifies the total price of the construction, the date of the start of the works, the execution deadline, the modalities in case of delay of the works. , payment terms, etc.

4 - How long does it take to build a new project?

From the start of work, as a rule, it takes 18 to 24 months.

5 - Do we have a guarantee on the work carried out?

The purchase of a new home is accompanied by several guarantees which constitute real security. The ten-year guarantee, for example, covers construction defects, upon receipt of the work. The acceptance of the works is done in two stages: the provisional acceptance and at least one year after, the final acceptance. This one year period exists so that you can become aware of a possible defect.

6 - In practice, how does payment take place when buying a plan?

Let's resume the process from the beginning:

First, the buyer must choose his apartment and complete a reservation document.
At least 15 days after, the sales agreement is signed with the payment of a deposit or guarantee of 5%
4 months after the signing of the sales agreement, the authentic act is signed. The amount of the land will be required as well as the notary fees and the amount equivalent to the% of the work already carried out.
After the deed, the buyer gradually becomes the owner and pays in installments according to the progress of the work.
7 - How to best prepare your new purchase?

To buy well off plan it is better to be well advised.
Therefore, do not hesitate to contact us, we will be happy to welcome you in our new offices specially dedicated to new construction, at 112 avenue Louis Lepoutre in 1050 Ixelles.

Lecobel Vaneau
Place Brugmann 11, Ixelles 1050
Tel : +32 2 340 72 70
@ : lecobel@lecobel.be