Real Estate / How to buy an apartment in Poland - can I pay in full cash? [20]

@Delphia @Chiefmate

yes, this is what I mean by this-- you can't really back out after you sign an initial sales contract (if you do it in the office of the Polish notary public) If a seller refuses to sign a sales contract in the future for any reason, then a Court's decision will automatically replace his signature on the sales contract. So, in a way, this is one of the safe methods to finalize a transaction for both parties. It can save you a lot of stress in some situations.

Real Estate / How to buy an apartment in Poland - can I pay in full cash? [20]

A good thing to do is to sign first in the office of the notary an initial (preliminary) sales contract --umowa przedwstepna-- and then, after the funds are transferred into the sellers bank account, a proper sales contract can be signed. This will give 100% security to both parties of the sales contract.

Australia / Poland residency for an Australian citizen without marriage? [6]

Well, according to Polish rules, it would be very difficult for you to get residency without actually coming to Poland. Before an immigration office issues a residence card for you, they will have to take finger prints from you here in poland; moreover it's not really possible to submit an application in the Polish consulate. Because of the kids, the office MAY agree to grant residency, but it's not certain and depends on "special circumstances". I am a lawyer based in Poland, so I might help with this case -- contact or PM:

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Real Estate / How to buy an apartment in Poland - can I pay in full cash? [20]

It is possible to pay in cash, and there won't be a problem with this (taxes will be calculated accordingly).

I am a lawyer based in Poland, so I would be able to help you with this.
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