Money & fees

Escrow account

Third-party holding of funds until deed conditions clear—more common in expat-to-expat deals than purely local cash customs.

An escrow arrangement parks purchase funds with a neutral institution or trustee until the notary confirms transfer steps.

Bali still sees many direct milestone payments; escrow is not universal but appears when both sides want foreign-style assurance.

Document triggers, fees, currency, and dispute mechanics explicitly.