Buying Property in Malta: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Dr. Michael LaferlaNotary · Notary, Notarial Council of MaltaBuying property in Malta follows a clear path: work out your budget and check your grants, find the right home, make an offer and sign the Promise of Sale (Konvenju), arrange your home loan, let your notary complete due diligence, then sign the final deed and get the keys. The process typically runs six to eight months from Konvenju to deed. This guide walks each milestone, with the legal steps explained by notary Dr. Michael Laferla.
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