What is an authentic act?

This is an act generally drawn up by a notary or in certain cases a bailiff. An authentic act is enforceable against third parties, that is to say that third parties or people who are not parties to the agreement cannot question the existence of the act. To take out a loan/mortgage credit, you must necessarily go before a notary because the deed of sale and the loan/mortgage credit contract are notarial acts.

I don't have much income. Can I take into account my family allowance to increase my borrowing capacity?

No. The law does not allow child benefit payments to be used for credit purposes.

During the house purchase period, is it possible to change notary?

Yes, you can always decide to change notary during the sales procedure but the notary who will take over will only intervene after you have paid the fees of your previous notary in full. In this case, there will be a sharing of fees and costs.

I already have a current loan. Can I get additional credit?

Yes. Our advisors settle your current loan and offer you a new loan with the desired addition.

My credit application was denied. How long do I have to wait to submit a new application?

I am a tenant. Can I take out a long-term loan (84 to 120 months)?

70% of Belgians own property in Belgium. To the extent that a person who rents does not offer the same guarantees as a person who owns their home, their ability to borrow is limited unless there are exceptions. At CPE we generally limit a tenant's borrowing capacity to 60 months but there may be exceptions, particularly if a guarantee is agreed with the tenant. In any case, we advise you to purchase your home as interest rates on mortgage loans are historically low. Contact us in this regard.