Buying property in Spain

During the summer holidays, some people have more time to compare, visit and buy a property. So, is summer a good time to buy a house? Which areas are the best? According to the experts we consulted, summer may not be the best time in economic terms.

Passivhaus houses are the best example of how sustainability and energy efficiency can work. Moreover, Passivhaus architects do not usually overlook other elements, such as attractive design and maximum practicality.

Sustainability and efficiency are two words that are becoming increasingly important in the real estate and construction business. And it is under this premise that Keep was born. David Taranilla founded the company, which offers 100% customisable industrialised housing starting at €149,000.

The first few months of 2023 have proven Malaga's growing dynamism in the luxury real estate market. The city has become an increasingly attractive destination for high-end international buyers, driving solid and promising growth in this market.

The price of new-build housing will continue its upward trend, rising by between 5% and 7% this year, even though the number of housing sales will experience a downward trend, adjusting by approximately 20% after a record year.

The General Council of the Association of Real Estate Agents of Spain (COAPI by its acronym in Spanish) has ruled out mass real estate agency closures due to the new Housing Law or a "price war" by real estate agents to attract rental transactions. The law, which has been in force for a month, intr

The appraisal company Euroval predicts a rise in property prices in Spain over the next three years. On average, it forecasts that the average price will rise by 6% between 2023 and 2025, to reach €1,809/m2 by the end of the period analysed, compared to the €1,706 at which it closed in 2022.

Terra Viva is the name the Saudi-based luxury real estate developer, DarGlobal, has given to its new project on the Costa del Sol in Malaga. The exclusive complex of 53 high-standing villas in Benahavis is valued at €282 million.

The official opening of one of the most eagerly awaited residential projects in Valencia has arrived: the Ikon Tower, a skyscraper of flats 110 metres and 29 storeys high. The building, promoted by Kronos Homes and the posthumous work of the architect Ricardo Bofill, is located next to the Palacio

When we plan to buy a house and need to ask for a mortgage, a concept we must be familiar with is mortgage-related origination fees.

International demand is again one of the keys to the Spanish residential market's strength. In 2022, foreigners bought almost two out of every ten houses in Spain (18.7%), according to Euroval data, which is higher than in pre-pandemic years.

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The housing market is suffering the impact of economic uncertainty and interest rate hikes, although prices seem to be escaping for the time being. While sales and new mortgages have been falling in double digits year-on-year for several months now, residential prices remain stable...

Is it a good time to buy property in Spain in 2023? Is summer a good time to buy a home?

When you decide to buy a house, you must remember that, apart from the price agreed with the seller, you will also have to pay a series of taxes associated with the transaction. When buying a used home, the most notable tax is the Property Transfer Tax (ITP by its acronym in Spanish).

Buying an average home in Spain is equivalent to paying 14 years' rent for the same property, according to a study published by idealista. One of the indicators that can help you calculate which market is more attractive – i.e.

Jaime Malet, Chairperson of the United States Chamber of Commerce in Spain (AmChamSpain), believes that Spain holds a "strategic position" on the world map, and therefore must cement its position as one of the main destinations for European and US investment in Europe, especially in key sectors such

idealista has published a new ranking of the most sought-after towns and cities to buy a home thus far in 2023. Among those locations with a large stock of flats, Madrid and the suburbs stand out again, along with other provincial capitals.

Deciding where to buy a holiday home in Spain can be both exciting and challenging. With a vast array of stunning locations, diverse cultures, and beautiful landscapes, Spain offers a wealth of opportunities for those looking to invest in a holiday property.

The residential sector was more dynamic than expected during 2022, especially the first half of the year. However, rising borrowing costs have led to a slowdown in the market and reduced the pace of housing growth, according to the latest figures from the consultancy firm CBRE.

Home purchases by foreigners in Spain have leapt onto the political and media agenda in recent weeks.

The good weather is on its way, and you're about to make take full advantage of your second home in Spain – your place on the beach or in the mountains. You even consider – now that technology permits – moving there before the summer arrives so that you can make more use of it.

According to a study conducted by the insurance company Hiscox, the luxury housing market in Spain is dominated by the province of Malaga, particularly the region known as the "Golden Triangle," comprising Benahavís, Estepona, and Marbella.

The European Central Bank's (ECB) latest Economic Bulletin states that residential investment in the euro area is expected to fall in the short term despite the resilience it has shown over the past year.

Spain's controversial new "Law on the Right to Housing", more often known as Spain's new Housing Law, came into force on 26th May 2023 following its publication on 24th May in the Official State Gazette (BOE).