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Property Law in Brazil

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Introduction

Property law in Brazil (Direito das Coisas or Direito Real) governs the legal relationships between persons and things, including possession, ownership, and real rights in property. The primary framework is established in the Brazilian Civil Code of 2002 (Book III, Articles 1,196-1,510), which modernized the property regime while maintaining continuity with the civilian tradition. The 1988 Constitution transformed property law by introducing the social function of property (função social da propriedade) as a fundamental principle.

Real Estate Law in Brazil

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Introduction

Real estate law in Brazil (Direito Imobiliário) governs the acquisition, ownership, registration, financing, and development of real property. As an integral part of property law, real estate law draws on the Civil Code of 2002, the Law of Public Records (Law 6.015/1973), and specialized legislation on urban development, real estate financing, and condominium ownership. The real estate market in Brazil has experienced significant growth and legal development, with particular focus on land regularization, real estate investment vehicles, and urban planning law.