Property Due Diligence
Review of title records, ownership, mortgages, attachments, restrictions, zoning, permits, project status and seller authority.
Real Estate Legal Consultancy
Independent legal review before you invest, sign or transfer funds
Property transactions in Turkey may involve title-deed records, zoning and licence documents, construction status, mortgages, attachments, third-party rights, developer obligations and payment arrangements. A visually attractive project or signed sales contract does not by itself confirm that the buyer will receive valid title and a completed property.
Alfa Law represents the buyer or investor independently. We review the legal status of the property, the seller’s authority, the transaction structure and the contractual safeguards before the client signs or pays.
When problems have already occurred, we assist with title-deed claims, contract termination, refund demands, construction defects, delay compensation, fraudulent sales and enforcement against sellers, developers and responsible parties.
Our Real Estate Law Services
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Legal support from due diligence to dispute resolution
Alfa Law provides comprehensive real estate and construction law services for foreign investors, buyers, developers and property owners in Turkey.
Title Deed Transfers
Preparation and coordination of Land Registry procedures, payment steps, representation and completion of ownership transfer.
Property Sale Contracts
Drafting and review of reservation, preliminary sale, instalment, developer and final sale documentation.
Off-Plan Purchases
Legal review of project ownership, developer obligations, construction timetable, guarantees, payment milestones and exit rights.
Construction Contracts
Contractor and developer agreements covering scope, specifications, delivery, variation, delay, defects, guarantees and termination.
Construction Delay Claims
Advice on late delivery, incomplete projects, suspension of works, delay penalties, rental loss and contract termination.
Defects and Non-Compliance
Claims involving defective workmanship, missing features, technical non-compliance and failure to meet contractual specifications.
Title and Ownership Disputes
Lawsuits concerning title transfer, cancellation and registration, joint ownership, boundaries and third-party ownership claims.
Property Fraud Recovery
Legal action involving double sales, forged documents, false projects, rental guarantees, hotel concepts and misuse of investor funds.
Why Choose Alfa Law
Independent advice focused on protecting the investor
Foreign buyers are often introduced to a lawyer by the seller, developer or agent. Alfa Law acts for the client and evaluates the transaction independently, including legal risks that may conflict with the sales process.
- English-language legal support for foreign buyers
- Independent property and seller due diligence
- Contract review before deposit or payment
- Title-deed and closing coordination
- Experience with off-plan and construction disputes
- Fraud, refund and asset-recovery capability
- Representation in Antalya and throughout Turkey
Property Legal Background Check
What should be checked before buying property in Turkey?
A proper legal background check should examine the property, the seller and the transaction as a whole. Reviewing only a copy of the title deed is not sufficient where there are construction, planning, contractual or payment risks.
- Registered owner and authority to sell
- Mortgage, attachment and annotation records
- Property type, share and independent-unit details
- Zoning, construction and occupancy documentation
- Project approvals and building status
- Seller or developer corporate records
- Existing sale promises and third-party rights
- Contract terms, payment schedule and penalties
- Delivery, title-transfer and termination conditions
- Suitability for the buyer’s residence or investment objective
The scope of due diligence should be adapted to the property type, project stage, seller and intended use of the investment.
Construction and Developer Disputes
Legal remedies when a property project goes wrong
Alfa Law advises buyers and investors when developers fail to deliver the title deed, complete the project or comply with the promised specifications.
Paid but No Title Deed
Claims for title transfer, contract enforcement, cancellation, refund and compensation depending on the transaction.
Unfinished Construction
Legal review of delay, developer default, project suspension, completion prospects and available remedies.
Late Delivery
Claims concerning agreed deadlines, contractual penalties, rental loss, notice requirements and termination rights.
Defective Property
Evidence and claims involving workmanship, structural problems, missing facilities and deviations from specifications.
Rental Guarantee Schemes
Assessment of guaranteed-return promises, hotel-style concepts, management contracts and misleading investment representations.
Refund and Loss Recovery
Contract cancellation, unjust enrichment, compensation, enforcement and asset-preservation strategies.
Our Working Process
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A structured real estate-law workflow
Initial Review
We examine the property, seller, contracts, payment history, title records and client objective.
Due Diligence
We identify ownership, registration, zoning, construction, contractual and enforcement risks.
Transaction or Claim Strategy
We prepare the contract and closing structure or determine the appropriate dispute and recovery route.
Completion or Litigation
We coordinate title transfer and payment or pursue notices, negotiations, court and enforcement proceedings.
Real estate and construction law services for foreign buyers
Alfa Law provides real estate law services in Turkey for foreign buyers, investors, developers, landlords and property owners. Our practice covers legal due diligence, sale agreements, title-deed procedures, construction contracts, property disputes, fraud claims and loss recovery.
A property transaction should be reviewed before the buyer signs a reservation form, pays a deposit or transfers the purchase price. The legal status of the property and the contractual structure may be materially different from the marketing information provided to the buyer.
Buying property in Turkey as a foreigner
Foreign buyers should verify that the property can be lawfully transferred, that the seller has valid title and authority, and that there are no undisclosed encumbrances or rights affecting ownership. Additional rules may apply depending on the buyer, property location and intended use.
Alfa Law assists with legal background checks, contract negotiation, payment safeguards, power of attorney, Land Registry representation and post-transfer matters.
Title deed and Land Registry procedures
Ownership of real estate is completed through the legally required Land Registry process. A private agreement or payment receipt alone may not provide the same protection as registered ownership.
We help clients verify the title records, prepare closing documents, coordinate payment and ensure that the transfer reflects the agreed property and ownership structure.
Construction law and developer disputes
Construction disputes commonly involve delayed completion, unfinished projects, missing title deeds, defective work, unauthorised changes and failure to provide promised facilities. The available remedy depends on the contract, project status, evidence and the buyer’s objective.
Legal options may include demanding completion or title transfer, seeking a refund, terminating the contract, claiming compensation or pursuing precautionary and enforcement measures.
Real estate fraud and investment loss recovery
Property fraud may involve double sales, forged authority, non-existent projects, misleading rental guarantees, hotel-concept schemes or collection of funds without lawful delivery. Criminal, civil and enforcement strategies may need to be coordinated.
Real estate lawyer in Antalya
Antalya and nearby districts attract significant foreign property investment, including completed apartments, villas, off-plan projects and tourism-related properties. Alfa Law assists clients in Antalya, Alanya and throughout Turkey with transactions, construction problems and property litigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Real estate law in Turkey: common questions
Independent legal review helps verify the property, seller, title records, project status and contract before the buyer signs or transfers funds.
The registered owner, property details, share, mortgages, attachments, annotations, restrictions and consistency with the property being sold should be examined.
Possible remedies may include demanding transfer, filing a title-related claim, terminating the agreement, seeking a refund or pursuing compensation. The correct route depends on the documents and legal status.
Compensation, contractual penalties, rental loss or termination may be available depending on the agreement, delay, notices and applicable legal conditions.
Yes. Alfa Law assists with legal assessment, evidence preservation, criminal complaints, civil claims, contract cancellation and loss-recovery strategy.
Many transaction steps may be completed through a properly prepared power of attorney, subject to the specific Land Registry and transaction requirements.
Buying Property or Facing a Construction Problem?
Protect your investment before the next payment or legal step
Contact Alfa Law for due diligence, title-deed transfers, contract review, construction disputes, refund claims or property fraud recovery in Turkey.
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- Güzeloba Mah. Rauf Denktaş Cad. No: 56/102 Muratpaşa Antalya
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