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        <pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Spain&#039;s school holidays 2026–27: term dates and regional breaks</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ As the<strong> 2026–2027 school year </strong>approaches, some regions in Spain have already started confirming their term dates.&nbsp;]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>This Spanish city ranks among the world&#039;s best for a workcation</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The latest Work from Anywhere barometer from International Workplace Group (IWG) identifies the cities offering the best conditions for combining remote work with holidays or short stays in 2026. Barcelona is the only Spanish city to feature on the podium, ranking third worldwide thanks to its international connectivity, transport infrastructure, accommodation options and availability of flexible workspaces. Bangkok tops the global ranking, followed by Tokyo.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:00:04 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Investing in Barcelona housing for long-term rentals</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Barcelona combines established investment districts with emerging neighbourhoods that continue to attract buyers. As the market evolves, long-term residential rentals are becoming a more popular strategy. However, according to Rebeca Pérez, CEO and founder of Inviertis, investors must consider the wider economic and regulatory context before purchasing. With interest rates still relatively high and rental regulations changing, financing costs and local rules remain key factors when assessing opportunities.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Spain welcomes 46.6 million visitors by June</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Spain welcomed nearly 46.6 million international visitors in the first half of the year, up 4.6% compared with the same period in 2025. According to the National Statistics Institute (INE), foreign tourist spending reached €63.8 billion between January and June, representing a 7% year-on-year increase and highlighting the continued strength of Spain's tourism sector.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Spain beats UK, Germany and France in global reputation ranking</title>
        <link>https://www.idealista.com/en/news/financial-advice-in-spain/2026/07/28/908089-spain-beats-uk-germany-and-france-in-global-reputation-ranking</link>
        <description><![CDATA[ Spain has ranked <strong>12th among the world’s 60 largest economies</strong> for international reputation in the RepCore Nations 2026 study, placing ahead of the United Kingdom, Germany, France and the United States.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>DWS sees student housing and flex living as top investments in Spain</title>
        <link>https://www.idealista.com/en/news/financial-advice-in-spain/2026/07/14/903786-dws-identifies-student-residences-and-flex-living-as-the-main-investment</link>
        <description><![CDATA[ In Spain’s residential market, the gap between supply and demand has pushed rents more than 40% above pre-pandemic levels, particularly in Madrid and Barcelona, according to the latest DWS Real Estate report. As a result, investors must be increasingly selective. DWS identifies affordable housing developed with local authorities, student accommodation and flex living schemes for short- and medium-term stays as some of the most attractive opportunities in the current market.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>IBI tax explained</title>
        <link>https://www.idealista.com/en/news/financial-advice-spain/2026/06/26/7484-ibi-tax-explained</link>
        <description><![CDATA[ Unbeknownst to most non-resident property owners, when buying property in Spain, you automatically become<strong> liable to pay IBI tax</strong> the following year. No one will give you a heads-up on this tax, so it is up to you to find out how much you owe and comply with your local Tax Authorities. IBI tax is the Spanish equivalent of the UK’s council tax.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Secure your exchange rate for property purchases in Europe with idealista</title>
        <link>https://www.idealista.com/en/news/financial-advice-in-spain/2026/06/23/873170-secure-your-exchange-rate-for-property-purchases-in-europe-with-idealista</link>
        <description><![CDATA[ One of the main concerns when buying property in southern Europe as a foreign <span>buyer<strong>&nbsp;</strong>is</span><strong> how the</strong> <strong>exchange rate</strong> <strong>will affect the final cost </strong>of the purchase.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Taxes on selling property in Spain</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ <span lang="EN-GB">Continuing<strong>&nbsp;</strong>with last week's article (</span><a href="https://www.idealista.com/en/news/financial-advice-spain/2026/06/18/6793-taxes-buying-property-spain" target="_blank"><span lang="EN-GB"><strong>Taxes on buying property in Spain</strong></span></a><span lang="EN-GB">), in<strong>&nbsp;</strong>today’s article, we focus on the taxes sellers need to face.</span>]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Taxes on buying property in Spain</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ <span lang="EN-GB">Taxes in Spain differ depending on whether you are buying a&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.idealista.com/en/news/property-for-sale-in-spain/2025/06/04/846668-how-to-buy-new-build-property-in-spain" target="_blank"><span lang="EN-GB"><strong>new-build</strong></span></a><span lang="EN-GB"> (from a developer) or&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.idealista.com/en/news/property-for-sale-in-spain/2025/05/13/842566-how-to-buy-resale-property-in-spain" target="_blank"><span lang="EN-GB"><strong>resale property</strong></span></a><span lang="EN-GB"> (second-hand property or </span><em><span lang="EN-GB">reventa,</span></em><span lang="EN-GB"> in Spanish).&nbsp;</span>]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Spain criticised for tax discrimination on non‑resident landlords</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The European Commission has expanded an investigation launched seven years ago into Spain’s treatment of non‑resident taxpayers, who are excluded from income tax reductions on rental income. While resident taxpayers can benefit from a reduction of up to 60% on taxable rental income, non‑residents are not eligible for this deduction, according to the Commission.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Spain strengthens position as south Europe’s most dynamic property market</title>
        <link>https://www.idealista.com/en/news/financial-advice-in-spain/2026/05/21/897037-spain-strengthens-position-as-south-europe-s-most-dynamic-property-market</link>
        <description><![CDATA[ Spain has reinforced its standing as a leading destination for real estate investment – with €6.39bn recorded in the first quarter, according to Colliers. This figure surpasses the combined total for Italy, France and Portugal, highlighting the market’s strength. Beyond southern Europe, Spain is also emerging as one of the most dynamic real estate hubs across the EMEA region – with strong performance driven by the living, retail and hotel sectors.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>The real and ongoing costs when buying property in Spain</title>
        <link>https://www.idealista.com/en/news/financial-advice-in-spain/2026/05/07/896032-the-real-and-ongoing-costs-when-buying-property-in-spain</link>
        <description><![CDATA[ <span lang="EN-GB">Before you start house-hunting in earnest, it’s important that you know what you’re letting yourself in for financially. The <strong>costs involved in buying a property</strong> vary greatly between regions and also depend on the kind of property you’re buying.&nbsp;</span>]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Travelling with your pet? EU rules updated on 22 April</title>
        <link>https://www.idealista.com/en/news/legal-advice-in-spain/2026/05/05/894085-travelling-with-your-pet-eu-rules-updated-on-22-april</link>
        <description><![CDATA[ Travelling with a dog or cat always involves more than just packing a suitcase. In addition to the carrier and food, you need to check vaccinations, documentation and your destination country's regulations. From April 2026, these procedures will be more clearly defined throughout the European Union, following the update of the legal framework governing pet travel between member states. From now on, you must have the following documents: a European pet passport, mandatory microchip identification and proof of current rabies vaccination.]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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        <title>Spain joins Europe’s top tier for real estate investment</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Spain has increased its share of European real estate investment, rising from 6% in 2019 to 15% in 2025, thus entering the "European top tier," according to the Spanish Association of Real Estate Consultants (ACI). In a comparative study, the association emphasises that the Spanish market "has moved from a secondary position to consolidate its place among the leading players in European real estate investment" and confirms its third-place ranking, after Germany (28%) and France (18%). Italy occupies fourth place (11%).]]></description>
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