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THE COSTS
There are a number of additional costs that a Buyer will need to allow for when buying property in Croatia. These are
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Buying a property built pre December 31 1997 5% RETT* (Real Estate Transfer Tax) on the value of the contract.
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Buying a property built after December 31 st 1997 from a VAT registered developer or self-employed builder. 22% VAT calculated on the costs to build the property. (Usually absorbed by the vendor into the price) plus 5% RETT* (Real Estate Transfer Tax) calculated on the land value portion of the sale.
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Buying a property built after December 31 st 1997 as a private sale. 5% RETT* (Real Estate Transfer Tax) on the value of the contract. (Assuming no refurbishment (extensions etc) have been carried out on the building which would attract VAT)
* Real Estate Transfer Tax (RETT) is assessed on the market value of the real estate, as determined by the local tax authorities
All purchases attract the following charges:
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Adriatic Property Services fee of 3% of the purchase price
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Legal fees of 1.5% of the purchase price + 150 EUR submission fees. (Minimum charge of 1,000 EUR)
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Accountants Fees - variable dependant on requirements
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Company Set Up - approx €1200.00
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Any additional Services - variable dependant on services required
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All costs are excluding PDV (VAT) at the current rate of 22%