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Buying a home is a process that takes time. An overlooked detail may have a high cost in the future. The best advice would be to make a list of all the issues you must not forget. It's essential to answer all your questions before the purchase if you don't want undesirable surprises.
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The first impression is always essential. If a potential buyer comes across a bare, dark, old-fashioned home, their appraisal will never be positive. Achieving a radical transformation to make it more attractive is neither complicated nor require a considerable investment. But how to decorate a house to sell faster and in better conditions? Only apply a few simple tips.
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Spain has a huge attraction for foreign investors and people who want to enjoy the beauty and climate of its coastal areas throughout the year. Besides, it is possible to obtain a residence permit by buying a home in Spain. That's what is called Golden Visa.
Although there are different ways to obtain it, real estate investment is one of the most attractive due to the characteristics of the Spanish market. There is, however, a mandatory requirement: the property asset acquired must have a value greater than 500,000 euros.
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With a privileged climate, beautiful beaches and a great atmosphere, a holiday rental in Costa del Sol, Spain, is a pleasure. And enjoying unforgettable days in this little paradise is within everyone's reach. With Spainhouses.net, it's easy to find the perfect accommodation. Here are ten fantastic opportunities for this summer. Keep reading!
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The second home market has always been very active. Many people consider buying a property for holidays or as an investment when they have acquired certain financial solvency. When the time comes, purchasing in a coastal area is usually the first option.
Thousands of kilometres of coastline, an immense variety of property offer and the opportunities of obtaining profit with tourist rental are some of the reasons that give the final push when deciding to buy on the Spanish coast.
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On the 1st of June, the new time slots in electricity consumption begin to be applied. It would be convenient to adapt our habits to them if we want to save on the electricity bill.
The new rates aim to promote consumption in the time slots where the congestion is minimum for the energy networks, encouraging responsible energy use. However, we have to know that it will only apply to those consumers covered by the regulated tariff or PVPC (Voluntary Price for Small Consumer).
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More and more people choose an apartment or a house to enjoy their vacations. There is a large offer of holiday rentals throughout the Spanish geography it doesn't matter if you prefer beach or mountain, there are options for everyone. However, speaking of renting in Spain for the summer, there are always preferences more demanded, which does not necessarily mean they are more expensive.
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Selling an inherited flat is not as simple as it may seem at first glance. Before being able to put it on the real estate market, it is essential to comply with a whole series of procedures that allow the operation to be carried out with guarantees and within the law. And not only that, it is necessary to reach valid agreements with the rest of the heirs, which is not always possible.
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The decision of the Andalusian government will have a significant impact on those who buy a home before December 31, 2021, the end date of the measure. We must consider that the Tax on Patrimonial Transmissions and Documented Legal Actions is the most outstanding tribute that buyers of second-hand property must pay.
In Andalusia, this tax levied between 8% and 10% according to the property's value. Nevertheless, since the end of April, the Tax on Patrimonial Transmissions has become a single general rate of 7%. Meanwhile, that of Documented Legal Actions, which is satisfied when formalizing the public deed of sale, goes from 1.5% to 1.2%.
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Buying a house is an important decision and, inevitably, countless concerns arise, both for those looking for a new home or investment and those who carry out the sale. Knowing how to handle the stress of buying and selling a home is essential to avoid making serious mistakes in the operation.
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