Rent property

As the deadline for the 2018 tax returns draws nearer, we remind you of the importance of doing your income tax returns in Spain and how to declare the IRPF if you rent your house to tourists and long-term tenants. The Spanish Tax Agency, the Hacienda, demanded that thousands of taxpayers pay

Spain has recently amended its rental laws in March 2019, in most cases to the detriment of landlords, creating serious legal obligations that landlords should be acutely aware of.

The European Commission has opened an infringement procedure against Spain on the grounds that it discriminates against expats who rent their homes.

The Plenary Session of the Congress of Deputies in Spain has rejected the Royal Decree Law 21/2018, of 14th December, on urgent measures of housing and rent by 241 votes against, 103 votes in favour and 1 abstention. On 19th December 2018 the reform of the rental market prepared by the Spanish Gove

More and more people are choosing to share an apartment, not just students, as a more economical way to live. This means paying a reduced amount of rent for a room and cohabitating with other people, which can sometimes be problematic.

If you want to sell your house for personal gain and it is joint-owned with your partner, the consent of both spouses is required.

The price of rented housing in Spain fell by 1.3% during the third quarter of 2018, making the current average price per square metre 10.60 euro per month, which is 0.98 euro per square foot, according to the report on the development of rental prices published by idealista.

The number of evictions of people not paying their rent has increased in Spain, accounting for almost 60% of all evictions in 2017.

The duration of the lease of a house in Spain depends on the agreement made between the landlord and the tenant. At present, it’s normal to sign for one year with the possibility of voluntarily extending it later for up to three years.

The new academic year is just beginning and thousands of university students are travelling to the big city to resume their studies.

Country houses are always a big attraction for both Spanish nationals and tourists from other countries. In Spain, moreover, it is common to use these rural properties for short-term rentals and weekend getaways, and this trend shows no sign of stopping.

Summer is a great time to make some changes, one of which is often renting or buying a new home. If you're thinking of moving, here are a few pro tips to help you avoid all the stress and save yourself a bit of money.

So you’ve put your property up on the internet, you’ve set the asking price and posted some nice photos.

Whether you are the owner of a home in Spain and you’re letting it out or you are the tenant who is going to live in it, everyone should understand what they are signing in the lease. Clear and simple language is important, but it should be a complete text, so it is always advisable to have it writ

Hiring a rented apartment via different online platforms is fast becoming the most common way to find holiday accommodation these days. However, criminals seeking to take advantage of people are always looking for new ways to rip off users.

With the arrival of summer, many people in Spain want to install air conditioning in their homes, even if they’re not the owners but just renting.

Your Erasmus exchange is coming closer, but you still have no idea where you’ll be staying. Don’t worry, you are not alone! We are here to help you and after this article you’ll be more than ready to find your place in sunny Spain. You really should arrange your housing before arriving.

When renting a home in Spain, it is common for tenants to obtain a generic model leasing contract, downloaded from the Internet or provided by someone the landlord knows.

Every year, the Foundation for Environmental Education in Europe awards blue flags to certify the quality of beaches and ports in almost 50 countries and once again, Spain heads the list of countries with most blue flag beaches, having 696 such badges of honours flying from this June. The area of S

Buying a house to rent out is increasingly becoming an option for small savers who expect some return.

If you’ve ever looked for a place to rent at least once in your life, you’ll know that the best deals should be grabbed with both hands of as soon as they come up.

If you plan to rent out your property, you should first improve it with some changes that will make it more attractive for the market.

Until now, owners of holiday rental properties have been able to enjoy a 60% reduction in their income tax rate.

Having doubts about whether you should buy or rent is very common. On one hand, buying a home in Spain requires a significant initial input of money, but on the other hand, spending your whole life paying the rent on a house that you will never own is not necessarily an appealing option.

In a market in which there are more and more owners who rent out their properties, it is important to know in which cases the landlord can benefit from the 60% reduction for rent.