Frequently Asked Questions

General Information

  • What does your company do?

  • Why buy a property in Spain?

  • What are the benefits of using your service?

  • Do you assist with buying and selling?

    • Buying Process

  • What is the process of buying a property in Spain?

  • How long does the process take?

  • What documents do I need to buy a property?

  • Do I need a lawyer?

  • What is an NIE, and do I need one?

  • What is a reservation contract, and is it necessary?

  • Can I buy a property remotely?

  • What is a notary, and what is their role?

    • Financial Aspects & Costs

  • What are the total costs of buying a property in Spain?

  • How much are the taxes and fees?

  • Do I need to pay a deposit?

  • Can I get a mortgage as a foreign buyer?

  • What are the ongoing costs?

  • Do I need a Spanish bank account?

  • How do currency exchange rates affect my purchase?

  • What are the financial risks when buying in Spain?

    • Taxes & Fees

  • What taxes do I need to pay when buying a property?

  • Do I have to pay annual property taxes?

  • What are the capital gains tax rules if I sell later?

  • Are there any wealth taxes for property owners?

  • Are there any wealth taxes for property owners?

    • Residency & Visas

  • Do I need a visa to buy property in Spain?

  • What is the Golden Visa, and how do I qualify?

  • Can buying property help me get Spanish residency?

  • What are the residency requirements for property owners?

    • Renting & Investment

  • Can I rent out my property if I’m not a resident?

  • What taxes do I need to pay on rental income?

  • Do I need a rental licence?

  • What are the best areas for rental investment?

  • What return on investment can I expect?

  • Do you offer property management services?

    • Selling a Property

  • How do I sell my property in Spain?

  • What are the costs involved in selling?

  • How is capital gains tax calculated?

  • How long does it take to sell?

  • Do I need an estate agent?

  • Can I sell remotely?

    • Moving to Spain

  • What are the key things to consider when relocating?

  • Do you help with relocation services?

  • What are the healthcare options for expats?

  • Can I transfer my pension to Spain?

  • What are the best schools for expat families?

    • Common Pitfalls & How to Avoid Them

  • What are the biggest mistakes foreign buyers make?

  • What should I check before signing a contract?

  • How do I verify a property's legal status?

  • Can I get scammed when buying property in Spain?

    • Support & Contact

  • How do I get in touch with you?

  • Do you offer legal or financial advice?

  • Can I speak to someone in English?

  • What support do you provide after I buy?