Property Consulting · Contracts and Deeds
Sale contract review and preparation of deed
Contracts to sell and deeds of absolute sale drafted or reviewed, so the paperwork protects you at signing and stands up at registration.
Overview
The right document at the right stage
Philippine property sales usually move through two documents. A contract to sell is used while the price is still being paid: the seller keeps ownership until full payment, and the contract sets the schedule, conditions and what happens on default. The deed of absolute sale is the document that conveys ownership once the conditions are met, and it is what the BIR and the Registry of Deeds rely on.
The wording matters more than most buyers expect. Who pays which taxes, when possession passes, what happens to deposits if the deal falls through, and how the seller’s warranties are framed all sit in the contract. A deed must also be notarized to become a public document that can be registered. We draft or review each document so it matches the deal you actually agreed.
What we handle
Contract services
Paperwork that matches the deal.
Contract to sell
Payment schedules, conditions and default terms drafted or reviewed.
Deed of absolute sale
Final deed prepared to meet BIR and Registry of Deeds requirements.
Risk review
Tax allocation, warranties, possession and deposit terms checked against your interests.
Signing and notarization
Execution, notarization and powers of attorney coordinated correctly.
How it works
How it works
From agreed terms to a registrable deed.
Terms review
The agreed price, payment structure and conditions confirmed.
Drafting or review
The contract or deed prepared, or the seller’s draft marked up.
Negotiation
Points that expose you raised and resolved before signing.
Execution
Signing and notarization arranged so the deed is ready for transfer.
Why use ILA for contracts and deeds
Buyer-side drafting
Terms written to protect your money and your position.
Registration-ready
Deeds prepared with the BIR and Registry of Deeds in mind.
Linked to transfer
The signed deed moves straight into tax filing and registration.
Frequently asked questions
Contract questions, answered
What is the difference between a contract to sell and a deed of absolute sale?
Under a contract to sell, the seller keeps ownership until the buyer pays in full and the conditions are met. A deed of absolute sale conveys ownership itself, and it is the document used for tax filing and registration.
Does the deed have to be notarized?
Yes. Notarization turns the deed into a public document, which is required for registration with the Registry of Deeds. The tax filing deadlines also generally run from the date of notarization.
Can I sign if I am outside the Philippines?
Yes, usually through a special power of attorney or by signing the documents abroad. Documents executed overseas generally need to be apostilled or consularized to be used here. We confirm the right approach for the country you are in.
Have a sale contract to sign?
Book a free consultation and we will review the terms before you commit.
