Excited, after the transfer of ownership, I briefly checked the house ownership certificate to ensure my name was correct, then filed it away.

When I decided to leave my office job to start a business, things didn't go as planned, and debts began to accumulate. With no other option, I decided to sell the house to cut my losses, downsize my business, and buy a smaller place.

Luckily, a buyer appeared quickly and made a down payment. However, during the notarization process, I was shocked to discover that my national ID number was incorrect on the certificate. The sale had to be postponed until the number was corrected.

With recent administrative changes, I'm worried because the delay increases my debt daily. What should I do to update the national ID number on my house ownership certificate? What's the procedure, and how long will it take?

Reader Minh Khang

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