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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.