Lucía Sicre

Soy licenciada en Periodismo y en Derecho, y trabajo como redactora especializada en contenido jurídico y económico. Escribo para Idealista News sobre los aspectos legales del sector inmobiliario. En mis más de 10 años de experiencia en este área, mi máxima siempre ha sido una orientación hacia la divulgación, tratando de facilitar la comprensión del lenguaje jurídico. ¡Encantada de formar parte de este equipo!

Spain tightens tax control on parent-to-child payments

Parents often transfer money to their children to help with expenses such as buying a home. However, many overlook a key step – declaring the transfer and paying the corresponding gift tax. Spanish authorities are paying closer attention to these movements, and banks must report certain transactions. Here are the limits and rules that apply to these transfers.

Four new villages added to Spain’s Most Beautiful Villages list

One of the great joys of living in Spain is that the country is full of charming villages. The downside is that with so much variety, it can be hard to decide which ones to visit.

Spain's interior design trends for 2026

Interior design is much like fashion: over time, what once felt fresh and innovative can begin to feel dated, and trends that once delighted us may lose their appeal.

Discover Lluís Domènech i Montaner's greatest works

Catalan Modernism cannot be understood without Lluís Domènech i Montaner, one of the defining architects of the turn of the 20th century and the creator of some of the most emblematic works in European architecture.

This Spanish hot-spring town is ideal for a winter getaway

Just half an hour from Barcelona, Caldes de Montbui is the perfect winter destination: a town steeped in Roman history, boasting some of the hottest thermal waters in Europe, an ideal natural setting for unwinding, and local fare that has made it a culinary hotspot. A European getaway that combines relaxation, culture and fine dining.

I've been sold a house with squatters in Spain, what can I do?

Illegal occupation, also known as squatting, is one of the biggest fears for any property owner. That's why it's crucial to know the legal status of any property before buying it.

Spain's best island for a winter getaway

Escaping the colder months is easier than you might think: a winter getaway to the Canary Islands is perfect for those looking to take a few days’ holiday.

Exploring Antoni Gaudí's most important works

Few architects capture the spirit of Spanish architecture as vividly and powerfully as Antoni Gaudí. This internationally acclaimed Catalan artist was a leading figure of Modernism, leaving an architectural legacy that testifies to his genius.

How much does the Treasury take from the Lottery?

Lottery winnings in Spain: how much tax do you pay on prizes?

Christmas is just around the corner, bringing with it the traditional lottery draws and the dream of becoming a millionaire overnight – though that requires a great deal of luck. Meanwhile, the Spanish Tax Agency can be certain that, draw after draw, its coffers will benefit from the winners’ good fortune. Lottery winnings are subject to a flat 20% tax, except for the first €40,000.

This little-known blue village is just 1 hour from Valencia

Less than an hour from Valencia lies Chelva, a picturesque village renowned for its striking blue houses and rich historical heritage. Steeped in a Berber past, the village has been named a Site of Cultural Interest.