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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Buying a property overseas to enjoy as a second residence, or holiday home, is a big dream for many. While Northern Europe, Canada and the US are wrapped up against cold winds and snow, here in the province of Malaga in Andalucía, we’re enjoying 21 degrees and sunny,...
