Everything you need to know
before buying in Spain
From NIE numbers to notary fees — practical, no-nonsense guides covering every stage of buying property in Spain. No waffle, no upsell. Written for UK buyers.
Buying Costs in Spain: 2026 Breakdown for Foreign Buyers
Every cost when buying property in Spain — ITP, VAT, stamp duty, notary, legal fees. Regional breakdown with worked examples at €200k and €450k.
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NIE Number Spain: How to Get One Fast as a UK Buyer
You cannot buy property in Spain without an NIE. How to get one from the UK or in Spain, documents needed, fees, timelines, and the most common mistakes.
Buying Property in Costa Blanca: UK Buyer's Guide 2026
Costa Blanca offers 300+ days of sunshine, flights from 30+ UK airports and property from €80k. Best towns, honest prices, and what to know before you buy.
Costa del Sol Property for UK Buyers: Complete 2026 Guide
Marbella to Nerja — real variety in price and lifestyle. What your budget gets you, Andalusia's 7% ITP advantage, and how it compares to the Costa Blanca.
Spanish Mortgages for Non-Residents: 2026 UK Guide
Non-residents can borrow up to 70% LTV in Spain — but rules differ from UK mortgages. Rates, documents, approved lenders, and how to get approved.
Ongoing Costs of Owning Property in Spain (2026 Guide)
IBI, IRNR, community fees, insurance, utilities — the real annual cost as a non-resident owner in Spain. Worked examples at €150k and €350k purchase price.
Spain Property Due Diligence: 12 Checks Before You Sign
Embargos, illegal extensions, planning breaches, title deed gaps — 12 legal checks your Spanish lawyer must complete before you commit to any purchase.
Arras Contract Spain: What to Know Before You Sign
The arras contract is the riskiest moment in a Spanish purchase. Sign it wrong and you lose your deposit. What it means, what to check, what to negotiate.
Renting Out Property in Spain: Guide for Foreign Owners
Tourist licences, IRNR tax, Airbnb rules, management costs — what foreign owners must do legally before renting out in Spain. Region-by-region breakdown.
Spain Golden Visa 2026: Is the Property Route Closed?
Spain scrapped the Golden Visa for property — but it's more nuanced than headlines suggest. Who still qualifies, alternatives, and what to do now.
Buying Property in Murcia & Costa Cálida: 2026 Guide
Murcia and Costa Cálida remain underpriced vs Alicante and Málaga. Key towns, honest prices, and why this region deserves serious attention from UK buyers.
Buying Property in Almería: Spain's Cheapest Coast 2026
Almería has Spain's lowest coastal prices and 3,000+ sunshine hours. Mojácar, Vera Playa, Garrucha, and Andalusia's favourable 7% ITP tax rate explained.
Buying Off-Plan in Spain: Risks and Protections (2026)
Off-plan in Spain: real value or a lost deposit. Covers deposit protection law, developer insolvency, build delays, snagging rights, and red flags to spot.
La Manga del Mar Menor Property Guide: What UK Buyers Need to Know
La Manga is unlike anywhere else in Spain — a 21km sandbar with apartments stacked on both sides of the water. Here's the honest case for and against buying here.
Mazarrón & Puerto de Mazarrón Property Guide for UK Buyers
Two towns, one name, completely different vibes. Mazarrón is the inland Spanish town; Puerto de Mazarrón is the coastal resort. Here's what both offer and what buyers consistently get wrong.
Los Alcázares & the Mar Menor Villages: Property Guide for UK Buyers
Los Alcázares, San Pedro del Pinatar and Lo Pagán: loyal buyer base, lagoon access, and prices that still make sense. Here's what you need to know about the Mar Menor.
Cartagena & Murcia City Property: The Underrated Urban Case
Most UK buyers head straight for the coast. A growing minority find Cartagena and Murcia city offer apartments at prices that haven't caught up with tourism growth.
Torre Pacheco & Roda Golf Property Guide: Inland Murcia Done Right
Torre Pacheco is the most underrated town in the Murcia property belt. Roda Golf and Beach Resort adds a compelling resort option. Here's what you actually get — and what you give up.
Águilas Property Guide: The Most Underrated Town on the Murcia Coast
Águilas is the furthest south you can go on the Murcia coast — real Spanish town, unspoiled beaches, prices from €60k. The infrastructure is thin. The opportunity is real, if you know what you're getting into.
New Build vs Resale Property in Murcia: A Straight Comparison
In Murcia, new build vs resale isn't just about taste — there's a real price gap, a legal difference, and developer-specific risks. Here's what actually matters.
Buy to Let in Murcia: Honest Rental Yields by Area
Which parts of Murcia actually deliver rental income? Honest area-by-area yields and what the management cost reality looks like for UK landlords.
Murcia Property Market 2026: Prices, Trends & Honest Outlook
Where prices actually stand in Murcia in 2026, what's moved and what hasn't, and a clear-eyed view of the catalysts and risks over the next 3–5 years.
San Javier & Santiago de la Ribera Property Guide: Mar Menor Frontline
San Javier property for sale sits at a sweet spot — airport town convenience, Mar Menor frontline living, and prices that still make sense. Here's what buyers need to know.
Cabo de Palos Property Guide: The Lighthouse Village Buyers Can't Ignore
Cabo de Palos property is rare, sought-after, and priced accordingly. Spain's best diving, a marine reserve, and genuine scarcity make this one of Murcia's most compelling micro-markets.
Retiring to Murcia: What UK Buyers Actually Need to Know
Retire to Murcia and you get 315 sunny days, lower living costs, and an established expat community — but post-Brexit residency takes planning. Here's the honest picture.
Year-Round Living vs Holiday Home in Murcia: The Decision Most Buyers Get Wrong
Murcia buyers often arrive wanting a holiday home and end up living here — or plan to relocate and discover the reality of January. Make the right call before you buy.
La Manga Club & Golf Resort Properties in Murcia: The Honest Buyer's Guide
La Manga Club property starts at €180k and runs past €600k. Roda Golf, Torre Golf, El Valle — each resort has trade-offs. Here's what resort ownership in Murcia actually means.
Top 10 Golf Courses in Murcia: The Complete Player's & Buyer's Guide
From La Manga Club's European Tour South Course to Águilas' clifftop nine — the definitive ranking of Murcia's best golf, plus where to buy nearby.