Property law: legal framework and solutions

This decision provides important insight into your property law. Here is what it changes for you.

The situation

The Court of Appeal, which dismisses a claim for interest on sums paid in advance exceeding two months' rent while finding that the rent was stipulated payable by monthly instalment, violates Article 24 of the Decree of 30 September 1953, under which rents paid in advance bear interest for the benefit of the tenant on sums exceeding the amount corresponding to the rent for more than two rental instalments.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key takeaways

• Strictly comply with the legal deadlines for appeals
• Keep all your supporting documents (title deeds, deeds, correspondence)
• Plan ahead: preventive advice always costs less than litigation

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