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Spain short-term rental registry

Spain’s new short-term rental registry explained

Spain has introduced a new short-term rental registry to regulate tourist accommodations. Property owners must now register rentals with regional authorities, ensuring compliance with safety and zoning rules. The move aims to improve oversight, combat illegal listings, and protect long-term housing availability for residents.
Property for sale in Spain

Draft bill to double property prices for non-EU buyers

A new draft bill in Spain proposes doubling property prices for non-EU buyers, aiming to curb foreign investment in certain regions and make housing more accessible for locals. If passed, the legislation could significantly impact non-European investors, particularly in popular coastal and urban areas.
New build for sale in Spain

How to buy new build property in Spain

Discover the essential steps to buying a new build property in Spain, from choosing the right location and developer to understanding legal requirements, payment plans, and taxes. This guide helps you navigate the process smoothly and make a secure, informed investment.
Buying property in Spain in 2025

Do’s and don’ts on buying property in Spain

Springtime is upon us. It is again that bright season of the year where flowers and clovers bloom, bees dart around doing whatever it is they do, and real estate agents are busy dusting off glossy house brochures with big smiles on their faces.
Spain Golden Visa ending

Spain Golden Visa: last call!

Spain's Golden Visa program, which grants residency to non-EU investors meeting specific investment thresholds, is scheduled to end on April 3, 2025. This decision aims to address concerns about rising property prices and housing accessibility in major cities like Madrid and Barcelona, where foreign investments have reportedly been linked to increased real estate costs.
Property for rent in Torremolinos

Spain's IRAV rental price index explained

Spain’s new Housing Law of 2023, introduced a new index to which all residential rental contracts must be indexed going forward. It replaces the popular Consumer Price Index (or CPI, for short) which was used by almost all rental contracts in Spain.