Are you looking for property to rent in Malaga and the Costa del Sol? Are you frustrated by the number of incorrectly advertised properties? How many properties that you have seen advertised for rent are actually available? I kid you not, best...
Spain is infamous for its bureaucracy and never-ending paperwork trail. Many hours of your life can be wasted standing in queues in government buildings, and that is if you have the correct documents. Have the incorrect documents and change “hours” for “days”!...
Currently, around 2000 people per month carry out an internet search for houses for sale in Malaga. If you swap Malaga for Spain, that number multiplies to over 18000. That is a lot of people looking for something like you … Fortunately, there continues to be a...
On June the 16th 2019, new mortgage in Spain regulations were put in place. The new regulations are part of an ongoing EU directive to bring mortgages in Spain and all EU lending across member states into line and to improve the transparency and behaviour of mortgage...
We have continually stated that If you are planning to move to Spain, finding the answer to the question how to apply for NIE or Residency should be on the top of your “To DO” list. If you are moving to Spain for more than three months then you would apply for...
We are often asked to calculate the ROI on Spanish rental property by investors. If I am completely honest, I am not always comfortable doing this as I believe these figures are mere predictions and cannot be guaranteed. I am used to guaranteeing my work and the...
Making the decision whether to rent or buy property in Malaga and the Costa del Sol requires time, research and expert guidance. In a previous article, To Rent or Buy in Malaga, published five years ago, I wrote: Statement 1: The decision whether it is better...
Buying a holiday home in a foreign country is as daunting as it is exciting. On one hand you’re getting your very own bolt-hole in the sun. A place to enjoy with your family and friends, and might even make you some money if you invest in a buy-to-let home. On the...
If you are living in the Alicante province and need to apply for your NIE number as an EU citizen, you will need to apply at your nearest Foreigners’ Officer (oficina de extranjeros). In most cases, you can apply in person but it is much easier to...
If you are thinking about buying real estate in Spain and are looking to make money from your investment, have you thought about buy to let? Owning a buy to let in Spain means that not only have you invested your money in solid bricks and mortar, you also have...
Investing in the economy of a country to gain permanent residency has become a route for many savvy entrepreneurs who wish to gain access to markets that were often closed to them, based on nationality. Non-EU citizens were unable to settle in countries such as...
Are you an EU citizen considering a move to Spain? Here are the first three steps you need to follow when moving to Spain as an EU citizen in order to become a permanent resident… Step One: Finding a place to live When you move to Spain and plan to live...
Living an ideal lifestyle in Spain is many people’s dream. Is it yours? In reality, if you have to work in Spain, this may not always allow you to have all the time to do everything you love to do. Having a job that allows you to enjoy what this wonderful country...
Making an offer on property in Spain can be an exciting yet daunting experience. There is a fine line between securing your ideal property at the best price and losing it forever. The decision to invest a large amount of money is no easy task. And when you make that...
Our Spain Survival Pack is your ultimate access to help in Spain once you have arrived in your new home. Whether you have recently relocated or purchased a property in Spain, there are numerous administrative tasks to organise and keep on top of. The first three...
About Our Relocation from China to Spain! In 2017, my wife and I decided to relocate from Shenzhen, China to Andalusia, Spain. My wife being Hong Kong-born, and myself being Danish, having lived in Hong Kong and China for the last 31 years, so the move from what we...
If you are considering a move to the Malaga area and want to live in a culturally rich environment, away from the expat life of the Costa del Sol, a move to Ronda is a great choice. There is something about Ronda that awakens a passion in everyone that visits. Ernest...
Are you wondering whether to move to Marbella or buy property in Marbella? Let us share some interesting factors with you to help you make the right decision … Exclusive Marbella. The five star destination. Marbella is renowned for world-class tourism, celebrity...
If you were to ask me why you should move to Alhaurin El Grande, my first answers would be: Value for money Great location Escape to the country Great views, wide open spaces, a taste of the “real Spain” and natural countryside with easy access to the coastline of...
If you were to ask me why you should move to Mijas Pueblo and surrounding areas, my first answers would be: Location. Location. Location. Views. Views. Views. Undoubtedly one of the most picturesque whitewashed villages on the Costa del Sol, Mijas Pueblo is a...
