{"ai_json_enabled":true,"answer":"Ask for a clear explanation of who will own the property at closing and how ownership will be held (individual names, a company, or a trust/\u5171\u540c ownership). Have the lawyer outline why a particular structure is recommended for your situation and any risks it may create for foreign buyers, long-term use, or resale. For deposits, request whether any money will be placed in escrow, who holds it, under what conditions it can be kept or refunded, and what happens if the deal falls through or deadlines slip. Review the contract\u2019s termination rights, deposit schedule, and penalties in plain language. Request copies of essential documents early: the title deed or chanote, encumbrance certificates, recent tax assessments, any building permits or approvals, and existing leases or encumbrances. Clarify responsibilities for taxes, transfer costs, maintenance, and any ongoing fees or restrictions. Finally, ask for a risk checklist and written confirmations tailored to the exact property and transaction to avoid surprises later in the process.","answer_source":"openai_conversational_breadcrumb","category":"Thai Property Lawyers","category_slug":"thai-property-lawyers","confidence":"grounded_in_approved_property_guide_context","conversation_depth":1,"conversation_followup_type":"application","conversation_parent_slug":"why-should-my-lawyer-be-independent-from-the-seller-or-agent","conversation_reason":"This directly translates independence into concrete steps and documents to review before moving forward.","conversation_root_slug":"why-should-my-lawyer-be-independent-from-the-seller-or-agent","created_at":"2026-09-08T19:26:53+00:00","daily_publish_cap":3,"date_published":"2026-09-09","display_date":"2026-09-09","drip_batch":"2026-09-09","drip_status":"daily_auto_published","freshness_warning":"Property availability, prices, ownership rules, taxes, fees and legal requirements can change. This guide is general information only. Buyers, sellers, renters and investors should confirm current details with a qualified Thai lawyer, licensed agent, accountant or relevant professional before signing or transferring funds.","id":"daily-20260909-01-2a5606c78e","image_ids":["[\"img-hhpg-thai-property-lawyers-3ddd3cbf\"","\"img-hhpg-title-documents-and-maps-e2b53ed9\"]"],"json_url":"/answer/what-should-i-ask-my-independent-lawyer-about-ownership-structure-and-deposits.json","last_updated":"2026-09-08T19:26:53+00:00","public_disclaimer":"This website provides general Hua Hin property guide information only. It is not legal, financial, tax or investment advice.","publish_status":"published","published_at":"2026-09-08T19:26:53+00:00","question":"What should I ask my independent lawyer about ownership structure and deposits?","question_intent":"application","rss_enabled":true,"rss_pub_date":"Tue, 08 Sep 2026 19:26:53 GMT","schema_enabled":true,"site_key":"hua-hin-property-guide","slug":"what-should-i-ask-my-independent-lawyer-about-ownership-structure-and-deposits","source":"daily_auto_hua_hin_property_guide","source_record_ids":[],"source_type":"daily_auto_hua_hin_property_guide","source_urls":[],"status":"published","tags":["conversation follow-up","daily_property_guide","Thai Property Lawyers","daily_auto","digital_twin"],"updated_at":"2026-09-08T19:26:53+00:00"}