Services & Fees
Comprehensive advisory services for your agricultural investments in Uruguay
Southland360 charges a one-time, flat Advisory Fee, ranging from an average of 1% to 5% of the transactional value, which covers all costs and expenses in connection with the purchase, except for the customary real-estate commission on the land and Notary charges, which are nominal.
This Advisory Fee is payable in three stages:
Pre-Investment Stage
30% upon agreeing on property advisory and purchase mandate to be signed with Southland360.
Identification and Reservation
30% payment upon signing the 'Boleto de Reserva', the pre-purchase contract, which requires a binding 10% deposit on the property.
Purchase of Property
40% payment on successful completion of the purchase and signing of off-take farming agreements, when and where applicable.
The Advisory Fee includes, without limitation, the following services during the acquisition stages:
Pre-Investment Stage advice. Educating and Selecting.
Choosing the right type of farm investment for your portfolio and financial needs is of paramount importance, and involves careful analyses of a wide range of factors. The first considerations are the buyer's personal needs and preferences, from a financial perspective, involving expected level and timing of income streams as well as tax considerations in Uruguay and personal tax residence aspects.
We are capable and experienced in working with our buyers trusted tax and financial advisors in their home countries to assist in an optimal structuring of the investment, be it under a trust or an offshore or Uruguayan corporation.
We offer fully comprehensive legal and tax advice in Uruguay by our in-house Uruguayan lawyer.
Assistance with opening bank accounts and personal introductions to local Uruguayan banks.
Identification and Reservation of Property
Comprehensive property search based on your investment criteria and preferences.
Detailed property analysis including soil quality, water resources, infrastructure, and production history.
Thorough due diligence on legal status, title history, and potential encumbrances.
Negotiation of purchase terms and conditions on your behalf.
Preparation and review of the 'Boleto de Reserva' (pre-purchase contract).
Purchase of Property
Coordination with notaries and legal professionals to ensure a smooth closing process.
Assistance with fund transfers and financial arrangements.
Negotiation and preparation of farming agreements with local operators when applicable.
Setup of management structures and operational plans for the property.
Post-Purchase Services
Our relationship doesn't end when the purchase is complete. We offer ongoing services to ensure your investment performs optimally:
S360 Monitor: You will receive a quarterly comprehensive update by signing up to our S360 Monitor.
Regular Inspections: For a modest fee, we will carry out regular inspections and valuations of your land and report on the specific status of your farm and share any observations that might be of concern or impact.
Market Updates: Regular information on agricultural market trends, commodity prices, and land values in Uruguay.
Regulatory Updates: Notifications about changes in laws, regulations, or tax policies that might affect your investment.
