Knowledge base
Practical, plain-English advice on the legal process, taxes, due diligence, mortgages and common pitfalls — all written by a dedicated real estate lawyer on the Costa del Sol.
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The articles every international buyer should read before making any decision.
Most buyers don't realise what can go wrong until it already has. Here's exactly what a property lawyer protects you from — and why the agency's solicitor is not the same thing.
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From the first property search to collecting the keys — the complete process explained for international buyers, with timelines, costs and legal steps.
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ITP, VAT, notary, Land Registry, legal fees — a complete breakdown of all costs. Budget accurately before you make an offer.
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The most expensive — and most avoidable — mistakes foreign buyers make in Spain, and how an independent real estate lawyer prevents each of them.
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Land Registry, planning, debts, community fees, energy certificate and seller verification — a comprehensive checklist for your property purchase.
Read guide →Taxes
Understanding Spanish property taxes before you buy can save you thousands.
The property transfer tax (ITP) is often the biggest unexpected cost for international buyers. Know the figures before you make an offer.
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Non-resident sellers pay 19% CGT in Spain. The buyer retains 3% of the price. Here is how the tax is calculated and how to maximise deductions.
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Outstanding community fees pass to the new buyer. Here is how fees work, what they cover, and what your lawyer must check before completion.
Read guide →Process & Finance
From NIE numbers to Spanish mortgages and off-plan purchases.
You cannot buy property, open a bank account or sign anything official in Spain without a NIE. Everything you need to know — clearly explained.
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Non-residents can borrow up to 70% LTV from Spanish banks. Documents required, the 2019 Mortgage Law, costs and what your lawyer reviews.
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Developer solvency, stage payment guarantees, licences and delays — what your lawyer must check before you sign an off-plan contract.
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The €500,000 investment route, residency rights, family members, tax implications and the current legal status of the Golden Visa programme.
Read guide →Tourist Rentals
Essential guides for owners who rent or plan to rent their property on Airbnb, Booking.com or directly to tourists in Andalucía. Sources: licenciaturisticaandalucia.es & licenciaturisticaandalucia.com
VUT registration, NRA number, operating company requirements, licence transfer and the full legal process — explained for international property owners.
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The most common NRA problems that cause listings to be removed from Airbnb and Booking.com — and what to do if it happens to you.
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Unregistered operating companies, VPO properties, clandestinity, Airbnb income and guest registration — the errors that cascade into serious sanctions.
Read guide →By nationality
Specific legal, tax and residency information for buyers from your nationality — because the details really do matter.
90-day rule, residency options after Brexit, UK–Spain double taxation, inheritance planning and the full buying process explained.
Read guide →Taxes, the Germany-Spain DBA treaty, Progressionsvorbehalt, bilateral inheritance treaty and EU Succession Regulation options.
Read guide →Box 3 implications, Spanish non-resident tax, the Dutch credit system (no bilateral treaty), mortgage options and succession planning.
Read guide →For Swedish, Norwegian, Danish and Finnish buyers — residency rights, home-country reporting, DTTs and what your lawyer needs to do.
Read guide →FBAR, FATCA, IRS worldwide income obligations, LLC/trust pitfalls, residency options and the Spanish buying process.
Read guide →EU freedom of movement, Spanish taxes, the Spain-Ireland DTT, Irish CGT at 33% with Foreign Tax Credit and inheritance planning.
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