Spain Real Estate News
Buying a second home in Spain is a profitable investment. Not only is it one of the major international tourist destinations, ideal for leisure, relaxation, and culture, but it also offers advantageous tax rates for foreign buyers in some cases.
Understanding the taxes associated with a home purchase is essential to planning the investment well and obtaining the maximum tax benefits from the transaction.
Last February, the Government approved a line of ICO guarantees for housing worth 2.5 billion euros. The goal is to facilitate access to housing for people who have difficulties in doing so. In this way, the guarantees will cover 20% of the value of the properties for which banks do not offer financing. Three months later, the initiative is already beginning to materialize.
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Buying a house as separate property can have some advantages for many couples. However, there are also certain legal aspects that it is advisable to know before opting for it.
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Living in an exclusive home in one of the most pleasant towns in Malaga and a stone's throw from the beach could be a dream come true. The property we have chosen for our weekly selection has it all. It is a luxury flat on the Costa del Sol in the centre of Fuengirola and a few metres from the sea. Besides, its design and qualities are top, and the housing complex offers many services to make your life easier.
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With the Euribor in positive for the first time in six years and a foreseeable increase in interest rates, doubts arise among those looking for a house. The big question is whether to advance the purchase or wait until we see the evolution of the markets. We have compiled some answers that specialists offer and that help to decide if buying a house when interest rates rise is viable or not.
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The real estate market is, in the current circumstances, a seller's market. It means that demand exceeds supply, and what is an enormous advantage for the owner is not so much for a buyer. Although buying a property in a competitive market is a challenge, finding the perfect one to become your new home or a profitable investment is possible.
The fact that the housing stock is lower than the demand means less bargaining power but does not necessarily imply fewer opportunities. It'll be necessary to have more flexibility and avoid rushing. However, the desire to get a specific home and the competition make it easy to fall into common mistakes that often hinder operations. We'll tell you which are the main ones you should avoid:
This incredible luxury flat with private pool is in Poble Sec, a town in Barcelona located at the base of Montjuic, just far enough from the city to relish in the peace and quiet but close enough to enjoy easy access to all types of services.
This beautiful home measures 80 square metres. It has a large living room that opens up to the kitchen, two double bedrooms with enormous windows, and two bathrooms with a modern design. The property also has a 34-square metre private terrace.
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Sometimes, it’s love at first sight. But it’s not always so easy to decide if that house we’ve seen is destined to become our home. It’s an important investment and it’s logical that some questions will come to mind. However, there are a few signs that can help you figure out if you've truly found your dream home.
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