Living in Costa Brava

Living in Costa Brava: best towns and cost of living

The Costa Brava, situated in the northeastern part of Spain along the Mediterranean coast, is known for its sandy beaches, rocky coves and traditional fishing villages. Living in Costa Blanca has become a popular decision for people seeking a pleasant climate and unspoiled scenery.
Altaona

800 new homes in Murcia resort hit market from €229,000

Century 21’s real estate network has expanded its portfolio with a new development of 800 new-build homes in Murcia. Ranging from two to six bedrooms, these properties are listed on idealista from €229,000. Situated within an exclusive private community, the homes are seamlessly integrated into the Condado de Alhama resort. This prestigious development features an 18-hole golf course, tennis and padel courts, a gym and dedicated wellness areas. Located in Alhama de Murcia, the resort is just 10 minutes from the city centre and 20 minutes from the Mazarrón coastline.
Vision board of your dream home

Create your dream Spanish home: use a vision board for 2025 success

Buying the home of your dreams is not solely about budget or real estate strategy; it also demands clear goals and sustained motivation.A highly effective tool for this purpose is a "vision board" – a visual aid designed to keep you focused on your aspirations.In this article, we’ll guide you throug
Property for sale in Pozuelo de Alarcón

Pozuelo de Alarcón has the highest average gross income in Spain

Pozuelo de Alarcón (Madrid) has retained its title as the Spanish town with the highest average gross income for the fourth consecutive year, reaching €85,323 – a 6.3% increase from €80,243 the previous year. The Tax Agency's statistics on personal income tax filers in municipalities with over 1,00
Summer in Spain

How to survive the summer heat in Spain

Welcome to a summer in Spain! Experiencing the scorching summer heat can be daunting, especially for newcomers. This guide will equip you with practical tips to not only cope with the heat but also enjoy your stay in Spain comfortably.
Housing inheritance donation

What to do if you inherit a home in Spain

In 2023, the number of people in Spain who decided to decline their inheritance reached an all-time high, with 56,108 people opting not to accept. This figure, the highest recorded since the General Council of Notaries began collecting data in 2012, represents an increase of 1.1% compared to previous years.
Madrid, Spain

Madrid and Barcelona among the most expensive cities for expats

Madrid and Barcelona are among the 30 most expensive European cities for expat professionals, as both cities have become more expensive for the second consecutive year in 2024, according to Mercer's annual ranking. Madrid and Barcelona ranked 30th and 25th in Europe, respectively, while globally th
Bedroom with air conditioning

Should I use air conditioning at night?

Night-time air conditioning, yay or nay? Is it bad to sleep with it on? How can I improve the bedroom temperature to help me rest? You may have asked yourself these questions, and about the price of air conditioning installations, and you probably found a thousand different answers. 
Foreigners 'in love' with Spain: the purchase of houses by foreigners will grow in summer

In love with Spain: house purchases by foreigners to rise in summer

According to the Association of Property Registrars, property purchases by foreign capital reached record highs, representing almost 15% of the total number of transactions in 2023. Spain is always an attractive country for foreigners, so good property transactions are also expected for this type of client in the summer and growth in the summer season, according to experts consulted by idealista/news.