Step 7 - Sign the contract

What needs to happen before closing the sale?

After all final legal checks, you and the seller will sign the contract. Your solicitor will arrange to pay the remainder of the purchase price (minus the deposit already paid) and will arrange a closing date and time with the seller. They will also organise the stamp duty payment to Revenue and lodge the title deeds with Tailte Éireann. 

Preparing for delays

Delays often happen, so factor in some extra time for the conveyancing and mortgage drawdown processes. Try and pre-empt potential issues at the outset. You should talk to your solicitor about any potential delays. Some common delays at this stage would be:

• Needing to source the original title deeds of the property
• Questions on planning permission for extensions
• Outstanding certificates
• Building safety repair work and costs due