Short answer
You can request a certidão permanente from the Land Registry (Conservatória do Registo Predial) to check for liens and mortgages. Also ask the seller for recent property tax (IMI) and condominium statements. A lawyer can conduct a full due diligence, including checking court records. Always verify before signing any contract.
General information, not legal or tax advice. Rules and amounts change: confirm with official sources.
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