Real Estate Contracts

Q: What real estate documents can I prepare with Doqubit?

With Doqubit, you can prepare a range of documents for real estate transactions and rental relationships. The platform includes apartment sale and deposit agreements, rental agreements for apartments, private houses, gardens, and garages, as well as the corresponding acceptance and handover acts. They help formalize the agreement between the parties and record the actual handover of the property, its condition, inventory, and other information relevant to the specific situation. You can explore all real estate documents available in Doqubit in the document catalogue.

Q: What is important to include in an apartment sale agreement?

An apartment sale agreement should clearly state the buyer's and seller's details, information about the apartment and cadastral data, the sale price, and the payment procedure. It is also advisable to define the terms for any advance payment and the remaining balance, the property handover procedure, and any other obligations agreed by the parties. Clearly worded terms help both parties understand the transaction and their responsibilities in the same way.

Q: Why is a real estate acceptance and handover act needed?

An acceptance and handover act helps clearly record the moment when the property is physically transferred to the other party. This can be especially important if a dispute later arises about when the handover took place, the property's condition at that time, or when responsibility for the property passed to the other party. A written acceptance and handover act supplements the rental agreement and helps reduce uncertainty and the risk of claims after the rental relationship ends.

Q: When is a deposit agreement needed, and how does it differ from a sale agreement?

A deposit agreement is usually concluded before a real estate sale to confirm the buyer's and seller's intention to complete the transaction. It can specify the deposit amount and payment procedure, property details, the deadline for signing the sale agreement, and what happens to the amount paid if either party fails to meet the agreed terms. A real estate sale agreement formalizes the purchase and sale transaction itself. It sets out the property's sale price, payment procedure, the parties' rights and obligations, and the handover terms. The deposit agreement therefore mainly concerns the stage before the transaction is concluded, while the sale agreement records the terms of the transaction itself.

Q: What documents are needed when renting out an apartment, private house, garden, or garage?

When renting out real estate, it is advisable to put the agreement in writing so that the main terms are clear to both parties from the outset. The rental agreement should define the rental period, rent and payment procedure, security deposit, conditions for using and maintaining the property, and the rights and obligations of the landlord and tenant. Doqubit provides separate rental agreements for an apartment, private house, garden, and garage. Along with the rental agreement, it is advisable to prepare an acceptance and handover act that records the property's actual condition at handover, its inventory, the keys provided, and other relevant information. This clearly documents the condition in which the property was handed over to the tenant and makes it possible to compare its condition when the rental relationship ends.

Real estate matters are often tied to important decisions, long-term commitments and practical details that should be clearly documented from the very beginning. Whether you are signing a rental agreement, selling property or recording a handover, the goal is the same: a clear and transparent agreement between the parties involved.

Doqubit brings together real estate contracts and related documents for the most common standard situations, helping you move step by step toward a document that is ready for review and signing without guesswork, chaotic template edits or unnecessary complexity.

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What are real estate contracts and why are they important

Real estate contracts are documents that allow parties to agree on the use, transfer, lease, sale or other conditions related to a property. They help formalize the agreement, structure the transaction and capture the most important information from the outset.

These contracts matter because real estate usually involves significant responsibility, long-term commitments and practical details that may be interpreted differently without a written agreement. A clearly prepared contract helps avoid assumptions and ensures both parties understand the content and conditions in the same way.

A real estate contract is a practical tool that helps:

define the rights and obligations of each party, including maintenance duties, payments and handover arrangements
record transaction terms and timelines that matter for both everyday use and long-term cooperation
reduce the risk of misunderstandings by documenting the agreement in a way that is easy to review later
create a shared understanding of the agreement and give both parties more confidence

A real estate contract is not just a formal document. It is a practical way to organize the relationship, create clarity and avoid unnecessary uncertainty later, whether the situation involves renting, selling or transferring a property for use.

Types of real estate contracts on the Doqubit platform

The Doqubit platform brings together the most commonly used real estate contracts and related documents needed for everyday situations, property transactions and formalizing property use. These documents cover the standard cases faced by both private individuals and businesses, such as renting, transferring or selling property.

Contract types are organized into clear and logical categories so users can quickly navigate the offer and find the document that fits their situation without unnecessary searching. Instead of adapting generic samples or guessing which format to use, Doqubit offers a transparent structure with plain explanations that saves time, reduces uncertainty and provides a clear starting point for document preparation.

To better understand what to look out for when using documents found online, read our article on using contract templates and the most common risks.

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Which real estate document should you choose?

The most suitable document depends on the situation and the stage of the transaction. In some cases, one agreement is enough; in others, several related documents can be useful, such as a rental agreement together with a handover and acceptance act.

Situation	Documents
I am renting out an apartment	Apartment rental agreement + handover and acceptance act
I am renting out a private house	Private house rental agreement + handover and acceptance act
I am selling an apartment	Apartment sale agreement
Before buying an apartment, we agree on an earnest money payment and its terms	Apartment purchase deposit contract
I am handing over or receiving a rented apartment, private house, garden or garage	Handover and acceptance act for the rented property

Real estate rental agreement and related documents

Real estate rental documents on the Doqubit platform are intended for situations where property is transferred for use for a fixed period, whether it involves residential premises, auxiliary spaces or land. These documents help clearly formalize the agreement and record the essential conditions of property use from the very beginning.

Doqubit rental documents help structure the relationship between landlord and tenant by defining use rules, payments, timelines and the condition of the property. The guided drafting flow helps avoid vague wording and creates a clear foundation for cooperation throughout the rental period.

To avoid unclear or incomplete terms from the start of the rental relationship, read about common mistakes in apartment rental agreements and how to avoid them.

Helps structure an apartment rental arrangement by defining the term, payments, use rules and the responsibilities of both parties.

Makes it easier to record the condition of the apartment, meter readings, inventory and other key details at handover or return.

Suitable for letting a private house for a defined period with clear terms, responsibilities and use conditions.

Useful for garage rental arrangements where payment terms, duration and maintenance obligations need to be set out clearly.

Designed for renting a garden or land plot with explicit rules on use, upkeep and payment arrangements.

Simplified estimate for 2026

Estimated tax on rental income

This is only a 10% PIT preview for notified (unregistered) economic activity, when the rental agreement has been reported to the SRS and there are no significant expenses.

Monthly rentRental period

Formula: monthly rent × months × 10%. Utilities, security deposits and other taxable receipts are excluded, and paid real-estate tax is not deducted.

The agreement must be reported to the SRS within five working days after signing.

Estimated 10% PIT

€840

per year

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If you choose the notified (unregistered) economic activity regime, see our practical guide on how to notify the State Revenue Service (VID) of a rental agreement in EDS.

Real estate sale contracts and related documents

Real estate sale contracts are designed to formalize the purchase and sale process, where a clear agreement on transaction terms, payments and mutual obligations is essential. These documents help structure the transaction and ensure both sides understand how the deal should proceed.

Doqubit offers real estate sale documents built for the most common standard situations and prepared through a guided, easy-to-review flow. The structure is designed to support a logical transaction sequence, clearly arrange payment terms and let the user calmly review, edit and refine the document before using it.

If the transaction is still at the preparation stage, you may be unsure which document is needed at that point. Read more in our blog article on the difference between an apartment purchase deposit contract and a sale agreement.

Helps formalize the core sale terms between seller and buyer in a clear and practical way.

Documents purchase intent and deposit payment terms before the main sale agreement is concluded.

Why create real estate contracts online with Doqubit

Preparing real estate contracts often involves many details, deadlines and conditions that matter to both parties. When these documents are created online with Doqubit, the user can focus on the agreement itself and the substance of the transaction instead of the technical structure of the document or searching for the right wording.

Main advantages of creating real estate contracts with Doqubit:

No need to build the document from scratch because the contract structure is already thought through and organized.
No need to adapt generic samples without context that often include unnecessary or unclear clauses.
The process is guided and logically structured so you understand in which order information should be entered.
Only the information relevant to that specific contract is requested, without extra fields or overly complex wording.
The final document is easy for both parties to review and understand, which helps reduce misunderstandings.

As a result, users reach a clear, practical and usable document faster, one that is designed for standard situations and helps move the transaction or cooperation forward with more confidence.

Who Doqubit is suitable for

Doqubit is built for people and businesses looking for a clear, practical and understandable way to prepare real estate contracts online. The platform helps users navigate common situations where an agreement about property use, transfer or sale needs to be documented.

Private individuals

Doqubit is suitable for everyday situations where a property-related agreement needs to be documented clearly, for example:

renting out an apartment or private house for a set period
granting use of a parking space, garage or garden
recording terms for a property sale or purchase
formalizing a deposit agreement before the transaction
documenting property condition with a handover and acceptance act

The guided flow helps prepare a document in a clear format even if you have no previous experience drafting contracts.

Self-employed professionals

For self-employed professionals, Doqubit is useful when real estate forms part of everyday business activity, for example:

temporary use of property as part of a business arrangement
documenting agreements with clients on the use of premises
recording the terms of property handover or return

The platform helps prepare a document quickly, reflect the agreement clearly and reduce the risk of confusion during cooperation.

Small and medium-sized businesses

For companies, Doqubit is a practical solution when real-estate-related documents need to be prepared regularly, for example:

renting office, warehouse or commercial premises
granting use of premises owned by the company
formalizing property purchase or sale transactions
recording handover at the start and end of a transaction or lease

A consistent document structure and transparent process help keep documentation organized, reduce administrative burden and support a more consistent approach to preparing real estate contracts.

Helpful articles about real estate contracts

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about real estate contracts

Answers to key questions about real estate sale agreements, deposit agreements, rental agreements, and acceptance and handover acts.

What real estate documents can I prepare with Doqubit?

What is important to include in an apartment sale agreement?

Why is a real estate acceptance and handover act needed?

When is a deposit agreement needed, and how does it differ from a sale agreement?

What documents are needed when renting out an apartment, private house, garden, or garage?

Next step - create your real estate contract

Choose the contract or document type that fits your situation, answer a few focused and easy-to-understand questions, and the Doqubit system will prepare a clear document for a standard scenario based on the information you provide. Before using it, you can calmly review the document, edit it if needed and conveniently share it with the other parties involved.

As a result, you will receive a practical document by email that is suitable for signing, can be reviewed without rush, discussed with the other party and used in everyday property situations with confidence in its structure and clarity.

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Real Estate Contracts

What are real estate contracts and why are they important

Types of real estate contracts on the Doqubit platform

Which real estate document should you choose?

Real estate rental agreement and related documents

Most popular rental documents

Apartment rental agreement

Apartment handover and acceptance act

Private house rental agreement

Agreement for garage rental

Garden rental agreement