Documents are not checked at the end.

Establish the facts first

Begin with the specific property, its legal and physical status, the parties involved and the timing. Differences between the presented and recorded situation should be opened before money or commitments move.

Write down conditions, not only intent

A useful agreement covers what happens if the process continues as expected and what happens if a key assumption fails. Verbal expectations should become clear responsibilities and dates.

Use professional checks at the right time

The right legal, tax or technical professional should review the concrete case before a binding step. Good advice is most valuable while the decision can still change.