Spain Real Estate News
If you open the newspaper today, the news about Iran is frightening. Drones, the Strait of Hormuz, oil... It seems the world has gone mad. The escalating tensions and the state of conflict in the Middle East cast a shadow of uncertainty over global markets. This war-like scenario directly and indirectly impacts the housing market in Spain, a sector that has historically navigated between macroeconomic vulnerability and its status as a safe-haven asset.
The Spanish real estate market remains the most attractive destination for foreign investors. International buyers maintain a high volume of transactions, accounting for almost 18 % of all home purchases in Spain. This percentage can reach 40% in provinces such as Alicante and Málaga.
...continue reading "Homes in Spain. Foreign Buyers Increase their Interest in the Last Quarter of 2025."
If you've won the lottery and think investing your winnings in property is a good idea, don't miss this selection of homes, all for less than €350,000.
...continue reading "Have You Won the Lottery? Ideas For Investing Your Winnings"Buying a home in Barcelona can cost up to four times more than in inland provinces. The provincial housing price ranking for 2025 confirms large cities and tourist areas as the most expensive markets, compared to the more affordable rural provinces.
Buying a home is not a decision that allows for mistakes. It doesn't matter if it's your first time buying a home or if you already have some experience; the final decision should not be based only on the first impression. Appraising a home requires preparing some questions and carefully analysing the answers. Only in this way will you avoid unpleasant surprises.
...continue reading "How to Appraise a Home for Sale in Spain: What to Ask to Avoid Surprises"
Buying VPO (social housing) has some peculiarities beyond the price. This type of property has a different tax regime and mortgage conditions. All this implies greater facilities for acquisition, although it'll be necessary to meet certain requirements.
...continue reading "VPO Housing: Taxes, Mortgages and Necessary Savings"
In the last year, housing has been climbing positions. It is now the biggest concern of the Spaniards, according to the barometer of the Center for Sociological Research (CIS). In this scenario, the Government has presented a housing plan that includes a dozen measures to alleviate inequality in the real estate market.
...continue reading "Housing Plan Measures Proposed by the Government in 2025"
Moving into a new home or second residence is exciting. The efforts spent looking for a house and negotiating to take out a mortgage are behind us. But it doesn't end there. Besides, we must handle other procedures to avoid fiscal, legal or administrative problems.
...continue reading "Procedures After Buying a Home in Spain: a Practical Step-by-Step Guide"
Access to housing, whether owned or rented, has become one of the biggest concerns at a social level. The latest barometer of the Centre for Sociological Research (CIS) shows that Spaniards perceive it as the second major problem in the country.
In this context, the creation of a public housing company was recently announced. Its purpose, in the words of the President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, is to build and manage housing from the General State Administration.
The forecasts for the real estate market in 2025 point to sustained growth, in line with the last months 2024. Regarding sales, an increase in demand and prices is expected. On the other hand, the rental market could reach historic highs in terms of prices.
...continue reading "The Real Estate Market in 2025: What Are the Forecasts for the Sector"