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Real Property

Navigating China real estate transactions and disputes—acquisitions, commercial leases, development, financing, and land/urban renewal interfaces for foreign investors and tenants.

  • Buy/lease due diligence
  • Develop project risk
  • Finance security
  • Counsel verified directory

What real property covers

Title, use rights, and project execution

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Buying & leasing

Due diligence, contracts, and registration themes for premises and projects.

Commercial

Commercial leasing

Rent, fit-out, early termination, and landlord–tenant risk allocation.

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Development & financing

Project development steps and real-estate finance structures.

Dispute

Property disputes

Title, construction, and co-ownership conflicts.

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Flagship explainers and practical orientation

Overview

China real property law

Buying, leasing, and development orientation.

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Commercial leasing

Lease-focused articles and negotiation themes.

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Real estate development

Development project content cluster.

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Property disputes

Dispute-oriented property articles.

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Real estate financing

Financing and security interest themes.

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Land and urban renewal

Land use and renewal interfaces.

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Property diligence that actually protects you

Title, use, and counterparty capacity

  • Verify title and encumbrances Registration extracts beat brochure claims.
  • Confirm permitted use and zoning Fit-out and operations can be blocked by use restrictions.
  • Check seller/landlord authority Seals and agent authority are frequent failure points.
  • Model exit and make-good costs Early termination clauses decide real economics.
  • Align financing conditions precedent Drawdowns should match registration and permit milestones.
  • Plan dispute forum and language Premises disputes need fast interim options.

Frequently asked questions

Orientation only—not legal advice

Can foreigners freely buy residential property in China?

Rules are restrictive and locality-specific. Confirm eligibility and registration requirements before depositing funds.

What is the biggest commercial lease risk?

Often early termination, restoration obligations, and landlord title/authority issues.

Do development projects need multiple permits?

Yes—land, planning, construction, and completion sequences vary by project type.

When do we need a property lawyer?

High-value purchases, complex leases, or construction disputes. Use the real property directory.

Need real property counsel in China?

Find verified real estate lawyers or start with the national guide.

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Guides & articles

Practical writing from counsel and the portal editorial team on this topic