You know Jávea is on your shortlist, but the most important decision is still ahead. Would you prefer a villa at the foot of Montgó, a property closer to Arenal, an established finca with extensive grounds or a modern new-build home?Jávea has a varied property market, with detached villas accounting for a large proportion of current listings. This gives buye...
Buying an apartment on the Costa Blanca may seem straightforward at first. You do not have to maintain a garden or private swimming pool, many developments have lifts and communal facilities, and beaches, shops and restaurants are often nearby in coastal towns.However, apartments come with important considerations that Dutch buyers can easily underestimate....
You have added Altea to your property shortlist, but the most important decision is still to come. Would you prefer an apartment by the sea, a home close to the old town, or a villa in Altea Hills or Altea la Vella?All these areas are in or around Altea, but they offer very different lifestyles. An apartment in Mascarat could put you close to the beach and m...
You know Moraira is on your shortlist, but the most important decision is still ahead. Would you prefer a villa close to the town centre, a property with views in an elevated residential development, or a larger plot towards Teulada and Benissa Costa?Moraira is not a market where every type of property is equally represented. A large proportion of Casa de Ba...
You know Calpe could be an attractive option for a second home or a permanent move to Spain. The more difficult question is: where in Calpe should you look, and which type of property genuinely suits how you intend to use it?An apartment near Playa de la Fossa or Arenal-Bol offers a very different living experience from a villa in Cometa III or Maryvilla. In...
Buying a new-build property on the Costa del Sol often looks straightforward on paper: you choose a modern apartment or villa, make payments according to the construction schedule and receive the keys when the property is completed.In practice, the most important work begins before you transfer substantial sums of money. Does the development have the necessa...
You know you want to buy a second home on the Costa Blanca. The more difficult question is: where?A villa around Jávea or Moraira can offer a very different living experience from a property around Orihuela Costa, Torrevieja or Guardamar del Segura. The landscape is not the only difference. The available property types, distance to amenities, type of residen...
Finding an attractive property in Spain is often the easy part. The real questions begin when you are ready to buy.Who checks that the property's legal status is in order? What happens before you pay a reservation deposit? Who keeps track of agreements with the seller, lawyer, bank and notary? And how do you avoid missing important steps as a Dutch buyer whe...
Found a property in Spain that appears to fit your budget? The most important part of the process is only just beginning.For Dutch buyers, purchasing a property in Spain works differently from buying one back home. The Spanish notary has an important formal role in the transfer of ownership, but does not replace the independent legal checks you need before p...
Finding a property in Spain advertised for €275,000 is one thing. Knowing how much money you actually need to complete the purchase safely is quite another.In addition to the purchase price, Dutch buyers must budget for Spanish property purchase taxes, legal advice, notary fees, Land Registry registration and potentially financing or translation costs. Some...
New Energy Rules in Spain: Why Buyers Look at the Energy Label FirstLet me give you a practical example.You spot a beautiful existing property. Great location. Good price. On paper it looks like a bargain. Until you see the energy label (EPC): an F rating.Because a calculation of the costs for insulation, new windows and a modern climate system quickly adds...
Benefits of new build in Spain: Why demand for new build is growingBuying a house in Spain is a great adventure, but it can also be overwhelming. Paperwork, taxes and legal rules vary by region. Many buyers choose new build, and for good reason. Modern homes are energy-efficient and built for the future; they remove many of the concerns that often come with...
SummaryAnnual ownership costs typically fall between €2,000 and €8,000+Energy efficiency now has a direct impact on annual running costsService charges (comunidad) and maintenance are frequently underestimatedOlder properties can push long-term costs up considerablySavvy buyers calculate the total cost of ownership before making an offerLet's be honest.The p...
