Legal & Compliance
Ipanema International
Version 1.0 – May 2026
Contents
2. Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption
3. Sanctions Compliance
4. Due Diligence Standards
5. International Compliance
6. Real Estate Risk Notice
1. AML & KYC Policy
Ipanema International is committed to conducting business in compliance with applicable anti-money laundering (“AML”), counter-terrorism financing (“CTF”), sanctions and Know Your Customer (“KYC”) regulations.
As part of our compliance procedures, we may conduct identity verification and due diligence checks on clients, counterparties, investors, intermediaries and related parties.
We may request documentation and information including, but not limited to:
- identification documents;
- proof of address;
- corporate registration documents;
- Ultimate Beneficial Owner (“UBO”) information;
- source of funds documentation;
- transaction-related information;
- compliance-related declarations.
Ipanema International reserves the right to perform ongoing compliance monitoring and enhanced due diligence where deemed necessary based on the nature of the transaction, jurisdiction, risk profile or applicable regulations.
We may refuse, suspend or terminate services without notice where:
- sufficient compliance documentation is not provided;
- sanctions concerns arise;
- suspicious activity is identified;
- fraud or corruption risks are suspected;
- legal or regulatory obligations require such action;
- reputational or compliance risks are identified.
All compliance reviews are conducted on a risk-based basis and may involve third-party compliance providers, legal advisers or regulatory screening tools.
Clients remain fully responsible for ensuring the legality, accuracy and completeness of all information and documentation provided.
Ipanema International shall not be liable for any losses, delays, damages or consequences resulting from compliance reviews, verification procedures or the refusal or termination of services under this policy.
2. Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption
Ipanema International maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy regarding bribery, corruption, unethical conduct and improper business practices.
We are committed to conducting business in accordance with applicable anti-bribery and anti-corruption laws and regulations, including international compliance standards.
Clients, counterparties, intermediaries and business partners are expected to act with integrity, transparency and professionalism in all dealings connected to our services and transactions.
The following activities are strictly prohibited:
- bribery of public officials;
- commercial bribery;
- kickback arrangements;
- facilitation payments;
- improper financial advantages;
- fraudulent conduct;
- concealment of material information;
- corrupt business practices.
Ipanema International reserves the right to conduct compliance reviews and request additional information where corruption or integrity risks are identified.
We may refuse, suspend or terminate services immediately where there is reason to believe that unlawful, unethical or corrupt conduct may be involved.
Any attempt to influence decisions through improper payments, gifts, benefits or incentives is strictly prohibited.
Clients and business partners remain solely responsible for compliance with all applicable anti-corruption laws within their respective jurisdictions.
Ipanema International shall not be liable for losses, delays, damages or consequences arising from compliance actions, investigations or termination of services under this policy.
3. Sanctions Compliance
Ipanema International is committed to complying with applicable international sanctions laws and regulations, including sanctions programs administered by governmental and international authorities.
We reserve the right to conduct sanctions screening and compliance checks on clients, counterparties, intermediaries, transactions and related parties.
Services may be restricted, suspended or refused where sanctions-related concerns or compliance risks are identified.
The following may result in refusal or termination of services:
- involvement with sanctioned individuals or entities;
- transactions connected to restricted jurisdictions;
- attempts to circumvent sanctions regulations;
- concealment of beneficial ownership;
- non-cooperation with compliance requests;
- activities creating legal or reputational risks.
Clients and counterparties are responsible for ensuring their own compliance with all applicable sanctions laws and regulations within their relevant jurisdictions.
Ipanema International may request documentation and information including:
- identity verification documents;
- corporate ownership structures;
- UBO information;
- source of funds documentation;
- transaction-related information;
- compliance declarations.
Compliance reviews may involve third-party screening providers, legal advisers or publicly available sanctions databases.
Ipanema International shall not be liable for losses, delays, damages or consequences arising from sanctions reviews, compliance procedures or the suspension or termination of services under this policy.
4. Due Diligence Standards
Ipanema International applies a risk-based due diligence approach in connection with clients, counterparties, transactions, intermediaries and business relationships.
Due diligence procedures may be conducted before, during and after the provision of services where deemed appropriate based on the nature of the transaction, jurisdiction, risk profile or applicable legal and compliance obligations.
Our due diligence procedures may include review and verification of:
- identity information;
- corporate ownership structures;
- Ultimate Beneficial Owners (“UBOs”);
- source of funds and source of wealth;
- transaction background and purpose;
- commercial counterparties;
- regulatory and reputational risks;
- publicly available information;
- compliance-related documentation.
Clients and counterparties are responsible for providing accurate, complete and up-to-date information and documentation upon request.
Failure to provide requested information or cooperation may result in delays, suspension or termination of services.
Ipanema International may rely on third-party advisers, consultants, compliance providers, legal professionals or external data sources in connection with due diligence procedures.
Due diligence reviews are conducted solely for internal risk assessment and compliance purposes and do not constitute legal, financial, investment or regulatory advice.
Clients remain fully responsible for conducting their own independent investigations, legal reviews and professional assessments prior to entering into any transaction or business relationship.
Ipanema International shall not be liable for losses, damages or consequences arising from inaccurate information, third-party conduct, undisclosed risks or decisions made by clients or counterparties.
5. International Compliance
Ipanema International is committed to conducting business in accordance with applicable international laws, regulations and compliance standards.
Given the international nature of our activities, transactions and business relationships may involve multiple jurisdictions, regulatory frameworks and compliance obligations.
We expect clients, counterparties, intermediaries and business partners to comply with all applicable:
- anti-money laundering regulations;
- anti-corruption laws;
- sanctions regulations;
- tax laws;
- corporate regulations;
- real estate regulations;
- international trade restrictions;
- local licensing requirements;
- applicable compliance obligations.
Ipanema International reserves the right to request information, documentation or additional verification where necessary for compliance, legal or risk-management purposes.
We may refuse, suspend or terminate services where:
- compliance concerns arise;
- legal or regulatory risks are identified;
- required documentation is not provided;
- unlawful or unethical conduct is suspected;
- international restrictions apply;
- reputational risks are identified.
Compliance procedures may involve cooperation with external legal advisers, compliance professionals, consultants or third-party service providers.
Clients remain solely responsible for ensuring compliance with all laws and regulations applicable to their activities, transactions, investments and jurisdictions.
Nothing contained within this policy or our services shall be interpreted as legal, regulatory, financial or tax advice.
Ipanema International shall not be liable for losses, damages, delays or consequences arising from compliance procedures, regulatory actions, third-party conduct or the refusal or termination of services under this policy.
6. Real Estate Risk Notice
Ipanema International may provide consultancy, introductions, intermediary services and commercial support in connection with international real estate transactions and opportunities.
International real estate transactions, including transactions involving emerging markets such as Brazil, may involve substantial legal, financial, operational and regulatory risks.
Such risks may include, but are not limited to:
- ownership disputes;
- title irregularities;
- zoning restrictions;
- permit and licensing issues;
- regulatory changes;
- tax liabilities;
- construction risks;
- environmental liabilities;
- currency fluctuations;
- market volatility;
- fraud risks;
- third-party misconduct.
Ipanema International does not independently guarantee:
- ownership rights;
- property titles;
- legal status of assets;
- permits or approvals;
- valuation accuracy;
- future market performance;
- investment returns;
- third-party representations.
Clients remain solely responsible for conducting their own independent:
- legal due diligence;
- financial analysis;
- technical inspections;
- tax assessments;
- regulatory reviews;
- commercial evaluations.
Clients are strongly advised to engage qualified local legal advisers, notaries, tax professionals, engineers and licensed real estate professionals within the relevant jurisdiction prior to entering into any transaction.
Ipanema International acts solely as an independent consultant and commercial intermediary and does not act as a regulated real estate broker, legal adviser, financial adviser or fiduciary unless explicitly agreed otherwise in writing and legally permitted.
Ipanema International shall not be liable for losses, damages, delays, disputes or consequences arising from:
- real estate transactions;
- third-party conduct;
- ownership disputes;
- regulatory issues;
- market conditions;
- investment decisions;
- incomplete or inaccurate information;
- actions or omissions of external parties.
Ipanema International
Staverdenplein 4
1107LG Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Dutch CoC: 97934704
VAT: NL005298613B84
contact@ipanemarealestate.com
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