The times they have a’ changed
Spain may not have emerged from 'la crisis' yet, but, in prime areas of the Costa del Sol, property is selling faster than it has
Is Malaga the new Barcelona?
International airport? Check. High-speed rail line? Check. Mediterranean lifestyle? Check. Sandy beaches? Check. Picasso museum? Check. Almost 1,000 kilometres apart, the two cities are closer
Virtually, the same old estate agent’s spiel
Although the internet has changed the property business, just as it has many others, it looks like estate agents will still be around for a
How to avoid lemons in the countryside
If you're looking to buy a property in the country, getting good advice helps keep things sweet
An end, at last, to fighting on the beaches
Property Insider Adam Neale on the new coastal legislation
The right to reside in Spain
Whether you're buying a home from a private owner or a developer in Spain, there's one piece of paper you should always check has been
Is anybody in there?
Adam Neale says that from his own experience and the latest research there may not be as many empty homes on the Costa as some
Unwanted complements
Columnist Adam Neale advises expats on how to put up a fight for their rights with property tax
Would you trust an estate agent?
If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Take it from me; I'm an estate agent
What should you pay, or be paid, for your property in Spain?
In this column we'll take a look at how valuations are calculated, who needs them, and how they can help you
Useful Spanish property tools for buyers and sellers are just a click away
If you're thinking about buying or selling property in Spain, one of the first, and best, places to start is online. Here are some of
A new Spanish property boom or a bottom-feeding frenzy?
Some Costa del Sol agents and clients are even using the 'B' word, again. (As in 'boom'...)
And the survey says:
You need your property
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When buying property in Spain, it's all too easy to fall in love with the dream and forget about the reality of what may lie
To buy or not to buy (property in Spain through a company)
Three considerations are most often cited as considerations for buying a property through a company in Spain: privacy, tax mitigation, and succession
Building your dream home in Spain without having a nightmare
If you make good choices and hire good people, building your own home in the sun doesn't have to turn into a bad dream
What to consider when purchasing a plot in Spain: Part 2
The process, and costs, of going from having a piece of land to the plans for your new home
What to consider when purchasing a plot in Spain: Part 1
Having recently looked at buying and selling a property in Spain, here's the first part of a short guide to buying land to build your
Caveat Emptor, part 2: A short guide to buying a home in Spain
Here's an overview of the expenses that will be coming out of your account to pay for your new home in Spain
Caveat Vendor: A brief guide to selling your home, part 2
Once a sale is completed, the seller is liable for various taxes which must be paid to different authorities
Is the bottom behind us?
Some experts are now cautiously expressing optimism 2014 may be the year that Spain's real-estate market starts to turn around