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Los Montesinos villa for €495K New Buy Property CASE STUDY
9 Sept 2026

Los Montesinos villa for €495K

What €495,000 buys in Los Montesinos: a 3-bed new-build villa with pool, plus estimated purchase costs, running costs and rental income.

Estepona Property Guide New Buy Property
8 Sept 2026

Estepona Property Guide

Compare Estepona's old town, New Golden Mile and west side, with August 2026 asking prices, new-build supply and practical buyer checks.

A €385,000 Jávea apartment and what it could earn Buy Property CASE STUDY
7 Sept 2026

A €385,000 Jávea apartment and what it could earn

What €385,000 buys in central Jávea, with estimated purchase costs, annual running costs and realistic holiday and long-term rental figures.

What you keep after selling in Spain in year five Buy Property INVESTMENT MASTERCLASS
6 Sept 2026

What you keep after selling in Spain in year five

A worked EUR 400,000 Spanish property sale showing capital gains tax, plusvalia, fees, mortgage repayment and the cash left for you.

Alicante Plans 4,800 Homes Behind Playa de San Juan Buy Property
5 Sept 2026

Alicante Plans 4,800 Homes Behind Playa de San Juan

Alicante maps 4,819 homes in three inland sectors behind Playa de San Juan. Here is what the draft means for buyers, and what it does not.

Benidorm or Finestrat for a New Build? Buy Property
27 Aug 2026

Benidorm or Finestrat for a New Build?

Compare Benidorm apartments with Finestrat villas to choose the right new-build lifestyle near the Costa Blanca coast.

5 Spanish Areas for 3-Bed New Builds Around €350k Buy Property
26 Aug 2026

5 Spanish Areas for 3-Bed New Builds Around €350k

Five Spanish areas where a three-bedroom new build can still start near €350k, plus the trade-offs to check before you book viewings.

11 Popular Places to Buy in Spain Buy Property
23 Aug 2026

11 Popular Places to Buy in Spain

What the eleven coastal places we sell in are actually like to live in, what you can buy in each, and how they behave once the summer crowd goes home.

Cash Buyers in Spain and Proof of Funds Buy Property
15 Aug 2026

Cash Buyers in Spain and Proof of Funds

Buying without a mortgage still requires proof of funds, bank checks and careful payment planning. Follow the Spanish cash-buyer process in order.

IBI Tax in Spain for Foreign Owners Buy Property
14 Aug 2026

IBI Tax in Spain for Foreign Owners

Spain's IBI is an annual municipal tax paid by the owner. Here's how the bill is set, what it typically costs, and what to check before you buy.

Fixed vs Variable Mortgages for Foreign Buyers Buy Property
11 Aug 2026

Fixed vs Variable Mortgages for Foreign Buyers

Many foreign buyers pick a fixed Spanish mortgage out of Euribor fear. Learn the real trade-offs and how to choose based on your situation.

Priced Out of Marbella? The 3 Towns Buyers Choose Instead Buy Property
11 Aug 2026

Priced Out of Marbella? The 3 Towns Buyers Choose Instead

Marbella averages over €5,000/m². Compare Estepona, Benalmádena and Fuengirola on price, rental yield and new-build supply to see which fits your budget.

When Your Spanish Mortgage Valuation Comes in Low Buy Property
10 Aug 2026

When Your Spanish Mortgage Valuation Comes in Low

When a Spanish bank valuation comes in lower than your agreed purchase price, understand what happens next, your options, and how to protect yourself.

Do You Need a Property Survey in Spain? Buy Property
9 Aug 2026

Do You Need a Property Survey in Spain?

Banks, lawyers, and notaries do not inspect damp or cracks. Here is what a Spanish property survey covers, and why villa buyers should arrange one.

Why Catastro and Land Registry Don't Match Buy Property
8 Aug 2026

Why Catastro and Land Registry Don't Match

Understand why Catastro and Land Registry records differ in Spain. Essential due diligence checks before buying to avoid legal and financial risks.

Buying Property in Spain as a Non-EU Buyer Buy Property
7 Aug 2026

Buying Property in Spain as a Non-EU Buyer

Non-EU buyers can purchase property in Spain, but ownership does not grant residency. Plan visas, taxes, currency and costs before you buy.

The Real Cost of a Villa With Pool in Spain Buy Property
6 Aug 2026

The Real Cost of a Villa With Pool in Spain

Families fixate on the purchase price. Annual villa-with-pool costs often run 2-3x higher than expected. Here are realistic numbers.

Málaga vs Alicante Property for Buyers in 2026 Buy Property
5 Aug 2026

Málaga vs Alicante Property for Buyers in 2026

Málaga costs more. Alicante often buys more space. Compare prices, lifestyle, and which coast fits investors, retirees, and families in 2026.

Furniture Packages for New Builds in Spain Buy Property
4 Aug 2026

Furniture Packages for New Builds in Spain

Holiday homes and permanent residences need different furniture strategies. See what packages include, real costs, and what to check before you buy.

Why Rent-to-Own Property Fails in Spain Buy Property
3 Aug 2026

Why Rent-to-Own Property Fails in Spain

Rent-to-own is rare and legally uncertain in Spain. See why informal option-to-buy deals often end badly, and which safer purchase paths work instead.

Flood Risk and DANA Checks Before Buying in Spain Buy Property
31 Jul 2026

Flood Risk and DANA Checks Before Buying in Spain

Learn what flood risk, DANA and climate checks you must do before buying property in Spain. Practical steps to protect your investment.

Is SAREB Property in Spain a Bargain? Buy Property
30 Jul 2026

Is SAREB Property in Spain a Bargain?

SAREB homes can price 15–35% below market. Learn which discounts hold up after renovation, debts, and legal checks, and when the cheap listing is a trap.

Buying Rustic Land in Spain Without Costly Mistakes Buy Property
29 Jul 2026

Buying Rustic Land in Spain Without Costly Mistakes

Rustic land can deliver the countryside dream, but only if the plot allows your intended use. What foreign buyers must check before buying.

Spanish Coastal Law for Beachfront Buyers Buy Property
28 Jul 2026

Spanish Coastal Law for Beachfront Buyers

Beachfront in Spain is not always fully private. See how coastal law, public domain and protection zones affect buyers, and what to check before a deposit.

Property Management Costs for Spanish Holiday Homes Buy Property
27 Jul 2026

Property Management Costs for Spanish Holiday Homes

Holiday home empty most of the year? See what Spanish property management costs, which services you need, and the red flags before you sign.

Building a House in Spain Without Getting Burned Buy Property
26 Jul 2026

Building a House in Spain Without Getting Burned

Buying a plot in Spain is not like buying a finished home. What foreign buyers get wrong about land, licences, and who to hire before building.

Valencia vs Alicante Property for Buyers in 2026 Buy Property
25 Jul 2026

Valencia vs Alicante Property for Buyers in 2026

Priced out of Málaga or Mallorca? Compare Valencia and Alicante prices, lifestyle, and what €200k–€750k typically buys in each city.

What Happens If a Spanish Developer Delays Completion? Buy Property
24 Jul 2026

What Happens If a Spanish Developer Delays Completion?

Delayed completion is common on Spanish new builds. Here's what your contract actually says, and the practical steps that protect your deposit.

Can American Retirees Buy Property in Spain? Buy Property
23 Jul 2026

Can American Retirees Buy Property in Spain?

Learn how Florida retirees can buy holiday homes in Spain, stay within the 90-day rule, generate rental income and handle taxes in both countries.

What Can You Buy in Spain Under €100,000? Buy Property
23 Jul 2026

What Can You Buy in Spain Under €100,000?

Yes, Spanish property under €100,000 still exists in 2026. See what that budget really covers, where it works, and the costs most buyers miss.