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Spain in Europe's top four and the world's top 10 of real estate

Spain captured a total of $2.210 billion (€2.060 billion) in real estate investment in the second half of 2023, placing it among Europe's top four countries to invest in real estate and the world's top 10. As revealed in Colliers' 'Global Capital Flows' report for the second half of 2023, Spain ranks eighth in the world, while the United Kingdom is in first place.
Negative impact on the sector, but with very limited damage: luxury speaks of the end of the Golden Visa

The end of Golden Visas in Spain to have limited impact, experts say

The Council of Ministers approved removing golden visas for foreigners investing over €500,000 in housing, just one day after the President Pedro Sánchez, announced the decision. idealista/news speaks with Spain's main luxury real estate agents to see what they think. They believe that, although it is a blow for the sector, since it removes an appealing option in some cases, they expect limited damage, since most foreign investors do not invest in Spain to obtain a residence permit. Furthermore, only 0.1% and 0.5% of homes sold to foreigners from 2016 to 2023 received golden visas.
The President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, this Monday in Dos Hermanas (Seville).

Spanish Government to end 'Golden Visas' for investing in housing

The President of the Government, Pedro Sánchez, has announced that the next Council of Ministers this Tuesday will address removing the Golden Visa for foreigners who invest more than €500,000 in properties. During an event on housing in Dos Hermanas (Seville), Pedro Sánchez explained that the Coun
Discounted properties for sale in Spain

Discounted properties for sale in Spain

Despite the challenges posed by the cost of living crisis, escalating house prices, and inflation, the Spanish property market still presents significant opportunities for finding affordable homes for sale.
Market value, rateable value, and (auction) appraisal value in Spain

Market value, rateable value, and (auction) appraisal value in Spain

On dealing with property in Spain, you will often come up with a series of property values that may seem somewhat confusing at a first glance. Some people are surprised to find these valuations differ significantly from one another. In today’s post we briefly explain each one and their purpose. 1.
What are branded residences?

What are branded residences?

Article written by Lourdes Barriuso, lawyer in real estate law at Barriuso Legal In the heat of the hotel investment boom, a new hotel investment product is rapidly developing in Spain: serviced apartments, called branded residences in the luxury segment. This "asset class" is currently taking off
What factors are influencing real estate investment in Spain?

What factors are influencing real estate investment in Spain?

At the end of last year, experts gave us their real estate conclusions. Investment in real estate in Spain was weighed down by rising interest rates, political uncertainty and the Housing Law, although it did benefit from stock market instability and foreign investment.
Investing in rental property: a complete guide

Investing in rental property: a complete guide

Entering the world of property investment can be a momentous decision for your financial future. Investing in rental flats has become one of the most attractive strategies for generating passive income and building long-term wealth.
Buy a house in Spain at Christmas / Gtres

Why Christmas is a good time to buy a house

As Christmas gets closer, you might want to think about snagging a house—it's a great time for it. Sellers are in a rush to get on with their holiday plans, and that can speed up the whole buying process.
An app to help you select the best properties to invest in is here

An app to help you select the best homes to invest in is here

Interest in housing investment remains at high levels in Spain. According to idealista data, buying a flat to rent out has an average 7.1% profitability rate in Spain in the third quarter – double the average return on ten-year bonds (4%). However, returns vary depending on factors, i.e.