What Are Spanish Purchase Costs for Buyers?

What Are Spanish Purchase Costs for Buyers?

A property advertised at €500,000 does not mean your final budget is €500,000. For buyers planning a move, a holiday home or an investment on the Costa del Sol, asking what are Spanish purchase costs before making an offer can prevent an expensive surprise at...
Spanish Property Tax Guide for Costa del Sol Buyers

Spanish Property Tax Guide for Costa del Sol Buyers

A sunny terrace in Marbella or a lock-up-and-leave flat in Estepona can be a wonderful investment in your lifestyle. But the asking price is only one part of the financial picture. This Spanish property tax guide explains the taxes that can arise when you buy, own,...
Can Foreigners Buy Spanish Homes? Rules and Costs

Can Foreigners Buy Spanish Homes? Rules and Costs

A sea-view flat in Estepona, a townhouse near San Pedro de Alcántara or a villa in Benahavís can be bought by an overseas purchaser. So, can foreigners buy Spanish homes? Yes - Spanish law generally allows foreign nationals to buy residential property, whether they...
How to Buy Spanish Property with Confidence

How to Buy Spanish Property with Confidence

A bright terrace in Marbella, a lock-up-and-leave flat near the beach in Estepona, or a family villa in Benahavís can feel like an obvious choice when you are standing in the sunshine. The purchase itself should never be rushed, however. Knowing how to buy Spanish...
How to Calculate Spanish Property Purchase Costs

How to Calculate Spanish Property Purchase Costs

The asking price is only the starting figure when you calculate Spanish property purchase costs. Whether you are looking at a resale flat in Estepona, a villa in Marbella or a new-build home on the New Golden Mile, a sensible budget should usually allow around 10% to...
Spanish EPC Requirements for Sales and Lettings

Spanish EPC Requirements for Sales and Lettings

A buyer has found the right Costa del Sol home, the price is agreed and the paperwork is moving forward. Then the energy certificate is requested. If it has expired, was never registered or the advertised rating cannot be supported, a straightforward sale can become...