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COVID-19 – some encouraging statistics from Spain
Based on hospital numbers, the weekend brought signs that the pandemic is slowing in Spain with the rate of infections and deaths dropping, as we prepare to enter our fourth week of lockdown. As far as Andalucia is concerned, in a new metric of "cases in last 14 days...
New vs Old …should I buy off-plan?
We are often asked about whether off-plan or resale property is best. It depends entirely on your circumstances, wants and needs. Buying a resale property which is already constructed, gives you the advantage of seeing how the property works in terms of distribution,...
Running costs for your Spanish property
It's all very well knowing where your want to buy your property in Spain and how much to spend, but what about the running costs? Once you’ve bought your new home, you’ll want to know what other recurring expenses you’ll have to pay for, apart from the obvious ones...
Six reasons to get a mortgage
If you're serious about buying a property in Spain it's worth considering taking a Spanish mortgage ...... let us explain why. 1. Interest rates are very low at the moment. Many of our clients, including those who are cash buyers, are taking advantage of these...
The buying process explained in 8 easy steps
Spotlight on Mijas Costa
In our "Spotlight on ..." series we taken an in-depth look at some of the most popular areas of the Costa del Sol. This time we focus on Mijas Costa.Mijas Costa refers to the 12km stretch of coastline of the Costa del Sol between Fuengirola to the east and Marbella to...
We’re no Nostradamus but we’d like to share our thoughts with you as to where the Costa del Sol real estate market is headed
Current economic conditions, including national and local forecasts, all suggest steady growth into the foreseeable future. The real estate market is set to continue in good health however prices will increase at a slower pace, while staying noticeably ahead of...
9 Frequently asked questions when buying your Spanish home
1. What taxes do I need to pay when buying a property in Spain? When you buy a house or apartment in Spain you will need to pay the property transfer tax. How much is that? The answer depends on the purchase price and whether the property is new or not. When buying a...
