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Articles about legal in the Uruguayan real estate market — INGAR Real Estate

• Can You Buy Property in Uruguay With Crypto? Rules and Paperwork

  If the seller won't take crypto, how to convert to dollars, what the bank checks and which documents the notary needs to prove the source of funds.

• Is That Studio Apartment Even Legal? Minimum Square Meters, Light and Ventilation in Uruguay

  The current minimum for a studio apartment in Uruguay is 25 m² of habitable floor area. Here's what that actually means, what Montevideo requires on top of it, and how to spot a problem before you sign.

• Hidden Offers and Cloned Listings: How to Protect Yourself When Buying or Selling in Uruguay

  An authorization, a brokerage agreement and a power of attorney are three different things. Here's what Ley 20.380 requires of real-estate professionals in Uruguay, how to leave a paper trail for your offer, and what to look at when the same property shows up twice.

• Can a For-Sale-by-Owner Landlord in Uruguay Charge You a Broker's Commission?

  Listing your own property isn't brokerage. Here's what an owner selling directly can legitimately charge you, the 1% legal cap set by Article 108, what a visit slip actually commits you to, and how long a fee claim stays alive.

• Horizontal property in Uruguay 2026: rights, expenses and law

  Horizontal property in Uruguay 2026: the current law, the coefficient, common charges, arrears and a checklist to buy a condo unit without surprises.

• Probate in Uruguay 2026: what happens to a property

  Probate in Uruguay 2026: what happens to a property when the owner dies. Required documents, key steps, and how to avoid obstacles when selling or renting.

• Property Taxes in Uruguay (2026): Complete Guide

  Property taxes in Uruguay 2026: contribución inmobiliaria, primaria, wealth tax, and IRPF on rental income. Scenario table and checklist to avoid surprises.

• Notary in a Uruguay Property Sale 2026: Role and Costs

  What does the notary do in a property sale in Uruguay? Verify titles, liens and key documents. 2026 guide with a checklist and how to estimate fees.