Spain Real Estate News
The evolution of home sales in Spain has provided positive figures in 2021. According to the latest data published by the National Institute of Statistics (INE), in October 2021, the number of operations exceeded 46,200, 22.2% more in the interannual rate.
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Redeeming the mortgage means advancing the payment of the property's mortgage loan. This payment in advance can be total or partial, and in the latter case, it is possible to reduce the instalment or the deadlines. The best time and way to do it not only depends on liquidity. It is essential to consider some aspects before deciding.
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Christmas and the new year are coming. It is time to think about the future and, why not, indulge yourself. If you have been thinking for a long time about buying a home or want to surprise someone you love, this is a perfect time. You'll find here a small selection of homes for less than 100,000 euros that you'll be able to find in Spainhouses.
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Families grow, needs change, and housing preferences evolve, much more under current circumstances. When that time comes, we may wonder between renovating or move to a new home. The decision is complicated, and it will always depend on personal circumstances and the real estate market.
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Buying a home is one of the most significant investments we face in life, and even more when the preferences are large cities or tourist areas. And, although it may be complicated, it is possible to find homes for 200,000 euros.
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In Spain, the municipal capital gains tax (CGT) is one of the largest sources of financing for city councils. But it is also a concern for home sellers, as it sometimes involves a considerable outlay. This tax levy the increase in value of the property from the time of acquisition to the sale.
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In difficult times, the real estate market gets usually considered a safe-haven asset because it represents a less volatile investment than others. However, more and more people are considering buying a home to rent as an alternative to traditional forms of investing, seeking an attractive return both in the short and long term.
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Negotiating the selling price of a home is always a complex process with pros and cons for either party. Usually, we think the seller has a better position; however, that's not always the case. The buyer can get a good deal if he knows how to play his cards.
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Selling and buying a home at the same time requires good planning and some extra effort. However, there are advantages too, like saving time and better terms to facing the payment of the new home.
Being patient is essential to approach this type of situation. We also recommend not rushing into decisions and following some steps that will guide the way.
Since the 2008 crisis, the reactivation of the real estate market has been partially due to the foreign demand. A Caixabank report reveals that in just ten years (2008-2018), home purchases in Spain by people of other nationalities tripled.
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