A house purchase requires separate checks on the land, building and seller. Confirm the title, registered rights, lawful access, boundaries, building permissions, utilities, occupation status and physical condition before the contract becomes unconditional.
What should be checked on the title?
- registered owner
- title type and parcel details
- mortgages, leases and servitudes
- registered access rights
- restrictions or court notations
How should boundaries and access be checked?
- compare the title plan with occupation
- inspect markers, walls and fences
- confirm legal and practical road access
- investigate shared routes
- obtain survey help where material
What building records matter?
- building approval history
- approved use and alterations
- documents for pools or additions
- local notices or compliance issues
- available plans and warranties
What systems should be inspected?
- structure, roof and drainage
- electrical installation
- water tanks and pumps
- wastewater systems
- flood, moisture and pest exposure
What should be ready for closing?
- current title review
- seller authority
- release of debt
- tax and fee allocation
- utility and meter handover
Where should you continue your research?
Use Residences · Areas · verified directory for related BAANLYY guidance and qualified support.
Check land and building separately.
Use one schedule covering title, access, permits, condition and closing documents.
Find buyer supportFrequently asked questions
Does buying a house mean buying land?
The structure must be confirmed, especially for foreign buyers.
Is inspection enough?
No. It does not replace title, access or permit review.
Can a fence prove the boundary?
No. Fences may not match the official record.
What if an extension lacks documents?
Obtain qualified review before proceeding.
Should access be registered?
Practical access alone may not provide a secure legal right.
Sources & References
- Department of Lands
- Department of Public Works and Town & Country Planning
- Department of Local Administration
- Royal Thai Government Gazette
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