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The Agreement To Sell A House is a fundamental legal document used in Dutch residential property transactions. It serves as the primary contract between seller and buyer, establishing their rights and obligations under Dutch law. This document is essential when transferring residential property ownership in the Netherlands and must comply with specific requirements of the Dutch Civil Code (Burgerlijk Wetboek). It includes crucial elements such as property details, purchase price, completion date, and various warranties and conditions. The agreement must be formalized through a notarial deed and registered with the Dutch Land Registry (Kadaster). It's designed to protect both parties' interests while ensuring compliance with Dutch property law, including mandatory cooling-off periods and disclosure requirements. The document is typically prepared following initial negotiations and before the final transfer deed (leveringsakte) is executed.

1. Parties: Identification and details of the seller and buyer, including full legal names, addresses, and marital status

2. Background: Context of the sale, including brief property description and intention to transfer ownership

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement, including technical and legal terminology

4. Property Description: Detailed description of the property, including address, land registry details, and included fixtures and fittings

5. Purchase Price: Agreed purchase price, payment terms, and deposit arrangements

6. Transfer of Ownership: Details about the transfer deed (levering), completion date, and notary arrangements

7. Property Condition: Current state of the property, known defects, and as-is provisions

8. Seller's Warranties: Seller's guarantees regarding property ownership, encumbrances, and disclosed information

9. Buyer's Warranties: Buyer's confirmations regarding financial capacity and understanding of property condition

10. Completion Requirements: Conditions to be met before completion, including financing and documentation requirements

11. Risk and Insurance: Transfer of risk and insurance obligations before and after completion

12. Default and Remedies: Consequences of breach and available remedies for both parties

13. Costs and Taxes: Allocation of transaction costs, transfer tax, and other expenses

14. Notices: How formal communications between parties should be made

15. Governing Law: Confirmation of Dutch law application and jurisdiction