In recent years, the property market on the Costa del Sol has seen continuous growth, fuelled by strong international demand and the exceptional quality of life Andalusia offers. However, this boom has also brought a growing challenge: a lack of affordable housing for local residents, especially younger generations. In response, the Andalusian government has just introduced a...
Maybe you have experienced the same as some of my clients. In the past, they were offered properties that, despite clear information, did not meet their requirements and wishes at all. This often happens because the agent: ❌ does not listen properly ❌ is unwilling to look outside their portfolio, even though they have access to the Multiple Listing Platform where ever...
“Dream Property in a Prime Location” means something different to everyone and that’s why prospective buyers browse the internet and often find a seemingly suitable property. The photos are exciting, but at the same time, 1000 questions arise: ❓ What is the surrounding area like? ❓ Will I really feel comfortable there? ❓ Where can I go on foot?... Many pr...
There’s no denying that the property market in Spain has been volatile and seemingly had several ups and downs. However, one constant over the past decade is the overall improvement in the Marbella property sector, which in turn, helped bring the entire country out of deep recession. Let’s take a look at the Marbella property market, and what’s happening overa...
Residencia - The Residence Card: when and how?If you live in Spain for more than 3 months, you should apply for the residence card "Residencia". As long as you live in Spain for less than 6 months, this has no tax implications.However, if you live in Spain for more than 6 months, you will need to register as a tax resident with the tax office ("Hacienda"), as your principal pla...
The abbreviation N.I.E. means Número de Identificación de Extranjeros = identification number for foreigners.If you live in Spain for up to 3 months, you should consider applying for a N.I.E. number. In addition to being legally required to do so, the number can be extremely important and even indispensable to you when applying for services or documents. This is e...
