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Can I Place a Caveat or Lien on a Property in Jamaica with an Informal Agreement?

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Dean Jones
Oct 15, 2021
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Can I Place a Caveat or Lien on a Property in Jamaica with an Informal Agreement?

In Jamaica, property transactions can sometimes be carried out through informal agreements, where a buyer and seller come to terms without the involvement of a lawyer or real estate agent. This may involve verbal agreements or simple written contracts witnessed by a Justice of the Peace (JP). However, problems can arise when the seller decides to sell t…

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