Punta de Lobos, Pichilemu: coastal shrubs in the foreground and the sea stacks in the surf at sunset

Legal certainty to invest with confidence.

01 — Services

Legal prevention before you sign.

Every real estate transaction has its own history and its own risks. These three services bring them into the open and give you a clear path forward. All three cover the registration process with the Real Estate Registry (Conservador de Bienes Raíces) and the notary in Pichilemu.

Title review

Clarity before you sign

We examine the legal history of the property to identify defects, restrictions and risks before you commit. In Chile this is known as an estudio de títulos.

What it covers: Review of the chain of title over the last 10 years, mortgages, encumbrances, prohibitions on transfer and attachments.
What I need from you: The RUT (Chilean tax ID), the address and the tax roll number (rol) of the property.
How long it takes: 7 to 10 business days
What you receive: A written report with a conclusion and specific recommendations.

Real estate due diligence

Risks under control

The full review before you build or invest: not just the title, but the entire transaction.

What it covers: A comprehensive review of the investment before building or investing: zoning, legal, registry and even environmental analysis.
What I need from you: Current ownership certificate (certificado de dominio vigente), a certified copy of the registration entry, the assessed-value certificate from the tax authority (SII), the exact address of the property, and your name and contact details.
How long it takes: 10 to 15 business days
What you receive: A report with the full analysis, the risks identified and recommendations so you can decide.

Contract drafting and review

Agreements built to hold

Promise-to-buy agreements, purchase and sale deeds and leases drafted or reviewed so that they reflect what was agreed and leave no room for ambiguity.

What it covers: Drafting and review of contracts: promise-to-buy agreements, purchase and sale deeds and leases.
What I need from you: The names of the parties, the purchase or rental price, and the background documents of the property.
How long it takes: 5 business days
What you receive: The contract drafted or reviewed, ready to sign.

Who we work with

Real estate investors
Landowners
Real estate brokers
Coastal hotels
Tourism developers
Anyone buying or selling on the coast

02 — How we work

A clear process, with complete transparency.

At every stage you know what we are reviewing, why it matters and what the next step is.

01
Initial assessment
We start from your objective: which property it is, what transaction you are considering and what you need to decide.
02
Legal review
We analyze titles, background documents and risks, covering the registration process with the Real Estate Registry (Conservador de Bienes Raíces) and the notary in Pichilemu.
03
Professional report
We deliver clear conclusions and specific recommendations, in language you can actually understand.
04
Support throughout
We guide and accompany you until your title is registered with the Real Estate Registry.
05
Strategic alliances
When the case calls for it, we work in alliance with an architect with extensive urban planning and municipal experience in the district, to provide a more complete and integrated service for the project.

03 — The firm

Legal specialization with a local perspective.

Fernando Munita Vidal

Attorney · Founder of Costa Legal

Attorney at law, Universidad Finis Terrae (Chile)
Postgraduate Diploma in Corporate Law & Compliance, Universidad de los Andes
Internship at the Real Estate Registry (Conservador de Bienes Raíces)
Professional experience in France and Australia

Great projects are born where there is trust, planning and security.

I am a Chilean attorney specializing in corporate, contract and real estate matters, with training focused on preventing risk and building trust in high-value transactions.

Living in Australia and France gave me the chance to get to know new markets, cultures and ways of doing business — experiences that strengthened my professional outlook.

On returning to Chile, and especially after settling on the coast, I identified a growing need: many people want to invest in, buy or develop property in areas with great tourism potential, but they run into legal complexities that can affect the value and the security of their investment. That is how Costa Legal came about.

At Costa Legal we believe a property is not just real estate: it is an investment, a life project and an asset that has to be protected. That is why we combine legal knowledge, a real estate perspective and a deep connection to this territory.

Conservador de Bienes Raíces — Real Estate Registry

My experience working at the Real Estate Registry (Conservador de Bienes Raíces) of Pichilemu let me see the Chilean registration process up close, giving me a professional understanding of how this institution operates.

04 — International experience

Standards you learn abroad.

Living and working in France and Australia changed the way I understand law, business and client service.

France

My time in France strengthened an international view of the law and of the way people protect their assets. Living in a country with a deep legal and cultural tradition helped me understand how much planning, legal certainty and trust matter in every decision involving property and investment.

That experience broadened my professional perspective, reinforced my ability to adapt, and taught me the value of rigor, responsibility and excellence in every process.

Fernando Munita on the banks of the Garonne river in Toulouse, France

Fernando Munita on the stone pier of a coastal town in France

Australia

Living and working in Australia was one of the most transformative experiences of my career and of my life. Working in a multicultural, demanding and highly professional environment allowed me to develop discipline, adaptability and a global view of business and investment.

That experience taught me that professionalism goes beyond technical knowledge: it shows in how you respond, how you anticipate risk and how you deliver solutions.

Fernando Munita at a lookout with the Brisbane skyline behind him, Australia

Fernando Munita in conversation at a professional event in Brisbane, Australia

05 — Before you commit

A good decision starts by asking the right questions.

01
Does the property carry defects or encumbrances?
02
Is the documentation complete and current?
03
Does the contract really protect your interests?
04
Do you know the risks before you sign?

If any of these questions gave you pause, tell us which property or transaction you are considering and we will look into it.

Tell us about your case

06 — Frequently asked questions

Let’s talk plainly.

Simple answers to help you start making sense of your next real estate decision.

When is the right moment to consult a lawyer?

Ideally before signing a reservation, a promise-to-buy agreement or a contract. Reviewing in good time lets you spot risks early and negotiate with better information. If you have already signed, it is still worth reviewing: many issues can be resolved.

What is the difference between a title review and due diligence?

A title review examines the legal history of the property: the chain of title over the last 10 years, mortgages, encumbrances, prohibitions on transfer and attachments. Due diligence is broader: beyond the registry, it analyzes the zoning, legal and environmental aspects of the transaction as a whole. If you are going to build or develop, you normally need due diligence.

How long does each service take?

A title review takes 7 to 10 business days; real estate due diligence, 10 to 15 business days; and drafting or reviewing a contract, 5 business days.

What documents do I need to get started?

For a title review, the RUT (Chilean tax ID), the address and the tax roll number (rol) of the property are enough. For due diligence you also need the current ownership certificate, a certified copy of the registration entry and the assessed-value certificate from the tax authority (SII). If you do not have them to hand, write to us anyway and we will tell you how to obtain them.

Do you only work in Pichilemu?

Our focus is Pichilemu and the coast of the O’Higgins Region, where we know the territory, the Real Estate Registry and the notary. We work remotely, so you do not need to be in the area — or in Chile — to work with us.

How are fees determined?

Once we understand the scope and complexity of the matter. You receive a clear proposal, with the fee and the timeline, before any work begins. No surprises.

07 — Contact

Move forward with certainty. Let’s talk.

Tell us briefly about the transaction or property you are considering and we will tell you how to proceed.

WhatsApp: +56 9 3763 2917
Email: contacto@costalegal.cl
Instagram: @costa.legal
LinkedIn: Fernando Munita Vidal
Where we are: Pichilemu, O’Higgins Region · remote service