Specialized Attorney & Trustee for Real Estate
Attorney forPurchase Agreements in Vienna
Professional support for property purchases and sales with eATHB escrow for secure transactions
Mitglied der Rechtsanwaltskammer WienMag. Constantin Schirmer · Rechtsanwalt
What happens at the first meeting?
Document Review
Detailed analysis of your documents and claims
Assessment of Prospects
Realistic evaluation of your legal position
Transparent Fee Agreement
Clear cost overview before taking on the case
Experienced attorney for real estate transactions and purchase agreement drafting.
When buying or selling property, significant monetary values and far-reaching legal consequences are at stake. As an experienced attorney and trustee, I guide you through the entire process – from the first contract review or contract drafting to the final entry in the land register.
With processing through the electronic trust account book (eATHB) of the Bar Association, your purchase price is optimally protected. Payment only happens when all contractual conditions are met.
What I Do for You
Full support from contract to land register entry
Contract Preparation & Review
I create legally secure purchase contracts or check existing contracts for hidden risks and bad terms
Escrow Processing (eATHB)
Safe handling of your purchase price through electronic trust account – payment only when all conditions are met
Tax & Fee Processing
I calculate the purchase taxes, land register fees, and check if you qualify for fee exemptions (§ 25a GGG)
Land Register Entry
Complete handling of the property transfer – from application to legal registration
How the Process Works
A clear process from first meeting to land register entry
First Meeting & Cost Estimate
We discuss your plans, review documents, and I give you a clear cost overview.
Contract Review or Preparation
I check all terms, negotiate for you if needed, and make sure your interests are protected.
Escrow Account Setup
The purchase price goes to the eATHB trust account – top security for both sides.
Tax & Fee Settlement
I handle the real estate transfer tax and fees – no waiting for tax clearance.
Land Register Application
Electronic submission to the district court with all documents needed, and I monitor the process.
Property Handover
After registration and payment release, the property is officially yours.
Costs When Buying Property
Clear overview of all additional costs*
Real Estate Transfer Tax
3.5% of assessment basis for purchases
Registration Fee
1.1% for property transfer in land register – fee exemption under § 25a GGG possible
Mortgage Registration
1.2% with loan financing – fee exemption under § 25a GGG possible
Attorney
Fixed Price Costs depend on individual case and services – usually fixed price (notary costs are usually included in the fixed price)
* Also consider: broker fees, loan costs, other expenses associated with property purchase
Attorney for Property Purchase – Purchase Agreement for House & Apartment
As a specialized attorney for property purchases, I support you in Austria with the legally secure acquisition and sale of houses and apartments – from the first contract review to complete transaction processing. Buying a property is one of the biggest financial decisions in life. Professional legal support is crucial because even small ambiguities in the purchase agreement or property documentation can lead to significant financial risks. The goal is a clean, transparent, and enforceable contractual solution that consistently protects your interests as buyer or seller.
Purchase Agreement Review & Preparation
A key focus of my work is the review and preparation of purchase agreements for houses, condominiums, investment apartments, and properties. This is not just about formal correctness, but primarily about the practical protection of crucial points: purchase price, payment terms, escrow processing, handover date, warranty, liability exclusions, withdrawal rights, contractual penalties, default consequences, inventory, encumbrances, easements, residential rights, access rights, existing rental agreements, and all ancillary agreements that could later cause disputes.
When purchasing a condominium, additional legal reviews are essential because the financial scope is often underestimated. If instructed, I am happy to review property and apartment documentation, owner association regulations, reserves, operating costs, any renovation measures, special assessments, and the legal and economic situation of the property. When buying a house, topics like property boundaries, access rights, encumbrances, structural condition, modifications, extensions, permit status, and warranty issues are often in the foreground.
Attorney Escrow Processing
Another central area is attorney escrow processing. This ensures that the purchase price is only released when all contractual conditions are met and your legal position is fully secured. Escrow processing is an essential security mechanism in property purchases because it protects both buyers and sellers from incorrect payments, delays, and legal uncertainties. At the same time, structured processing ensures clear procedures, traceable deadlines, and swift completion of the transaction.
Disputes & Defect Claims
I also assist you with disputes related to property purchases – such as hidden defects, moisture damage, false representations, deviations from the agreed condition, handover problems, delays, unfulfilled ancillary obligations, or contested warranty and compensation claims. In such cases, a clear legal assessment is crucial to assert claims quickly and effectively or to defend against unjustified demands. I represent your interests in out-of-court negotiations as well as in court when a solution is not possible.
As an attorney for property purchases in Austria, you receive legal support that is not only legally precise but also economically considered. I work with the goal of minimizing risks, creating contractual clarity, and completing the transaction efficiently and securely. If you want to have a purchase agreement for a house or apartment reviewed, have a contract prepared, or want legally secure processing through escrow, early legal support is the decisive step to best protect your investment.
Related Practice Areas
Property purchases can be connected to other areas of law:
- • Real Estate Law – for rental law and condominium ownership
- • Construction Law – for building projects and defects
- • Insurance Law – for building insurance
Common Questions
Answers to important questions about buying property
Your Property Purchase in Safe Hands
Schedule a free initial consultation now. I'll support you from contract review to land register entry.
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