ON THE UP: Why are property prices in Marbella still rising?
WHEN the Covid-19 pandemic first hit, homeowners and property developers braced themselves for a drop in housing values, but in the end this didn’t materialise.
Spain and Marbella’s underlying property market is inherently solid
TO some, it may seem like we’ve been here before – a serious economic crisis that halts growth and progress and little more than 10
All that glitters is not gold: take care when buying new build property in Spain
MAGPIE buyers are always tempted by the sheen of new-build properties, but in reality such homes often offer a lot less than meets the eye.
Coronavirus can’t cast a cloud over property values on Spain’s Costa del Sol while world’s rich and famous aspire to place in the sun
ESTATE agents are eternal optimists, even in the most adverse of circumstances. Ask them for a forecast in the current crisis and almost anyone whose
If you’re going on holiday to Spain this summer, the best advice is book ahead, make sure you can cancel and be ready to adapt
That means reading the small print in contractual terms and conditions before making payment and, where possible, preferring to use reputable and reliable providers and
Coronavirus will rip a few roof tiles off Spain’s property market but it’s resilient enough to escape structural damage, writes Adam Neale
CORONAVIRUS AND ADVICE FOR SELLERS A crisis always creates opportunities. For real-estate buyers, this can be good news. For sellers, it may mean lower expectations,
Property is a safe house for investors in the time of Spain’s coronavirus crisis, writes agent Adam Neale
AS financial analysts and market experts debate what shape the post-coronavirus economic recovery may follow, drawing on letters like V, U and W to trace
If you thought you knew diddly-squat about the rights of squatters vs homeowners in Spain, agent Adam Neale will set you right
Squatters, or okupas as they're known in Spanish, are becoming increasingly common across Spain
‘Real estate’ in Spain will live up to its name and hold firm during the COVID-19 crisis, predicts agent Adam Neale
Once life returns to normal, the country will remain a great place to live and spend time for those lucky enough to own property here
Whether a resident or second home owner, here are some things you may wish to consider while Spain’s COVID-19 crisis lasts, writes real estate agent Adam Neale
The property market has almost immediately stagnated and is likely to experience significant upheaval
Google Local Reviews in Spain and why you shouldn’t trust them
THE Irish have a saying that goes, ‘if you can’t say anything, say nothing’
Spanish property expert Adam Neale explains why the first offer is always the best offer
As sellers on the Costa del Sol know only too well, selling takes time, not because the market is rubbish but because this is typical
Adam Neale discusses Plusvalia and how land is valued and taxed in Spain
It is important to note that the tax is only applied to the value of the land, and not to the property on it
Expect Spain’s property prices to plateau and ‘sustainable’ to become the buzzword for buyers, writes Adam Neale
The market’s appetite for sleek white villas and apartments appears to be slowly cooling but homebuyers continue to look for innovations in style, comfort, economy
Marbella’s urban planning saga dates back years but brighter days may be just around the corner, writes Adam Neale
The fact that after several years its urban plan still appears nowhere near finished has become a source of local and national embarrassment
Thinking of buying off plan in Spain? Terra Meridiana tells you everything you need to know
In the previous decade it was very common to work with insurers not authorised to operate in Spain
How to choose a builder? Chris Warren of Renson Management tells Terra Meridiana everything you need to know
SETTING out to find the right contractor to construct your new home or property extension can be a daunting task if you are not familiar
A new law on community votes to ban holiday rentals now only requires a majority, writes Adam Neale
SUMMER is coming, a time when many urbanisation dwellers suffer from holiday let overload as tourists take over their pools and gardens. But not any
Costa del Sol property sector eyes strong positives, writes Adam Neale
Home prices have risen solidly, that's true, but they remain well below the level of most major centres in Europe and other parts of the
Politics aside, Andalucia’s new right-wing coalition is good news for taxpayers, writes Adam Neale
The change in direction is designed to make Andalucia more attractive to investors, both national and international
Why foreign investors keep the property market booming but don’t want new builds
Interest in the property market is at an all-time high with foreign investors, but it seems they’re not interested in new builds, writes Adam Neale
What registering as a resident in Spain means for your taxes
ISSUES surrounding residency and taxation are important to any overseas buyer purchasing a property in Spain. Ultimately you want to avoid dreaded Double Taxation
Are Spanish valuations worth the paper they are written on?
IT is often said something is worth only what someone is willing to pay for it. This is true but in order for a bank
All you need to know about Spain’s ‘patrimonio’ wealth tax
Wealth tax is the one that takes many foreign residents by surprise
WANTED: Real estate professionals in Spain – no knowledge or ethics necessary
REAL estate is arguably the most important economic activity on the Costa del Sol and employs a good deal of its working population. A prime
How does income tax for non-resident homeowners in Spain work?
IF you are a foreign citizen but a non-resident homeowner in Spain there is a tax that applies to you: Non-Resident Income Tax. In this