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.
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.
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.
Buying Property in Spain: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
The full process of buying property in Spain, step by step — budget, NIE, lawyer, offer, arras contract, due diligence, mortgage and notary. What happens, when, and what it costs.
Power of Attorney for Spanish Property Purchases: How It Works
A poder notarial lets your Spanish lawyer complete the purchase without you flying out for every signature. What it covers, how to grant one from the UK or in Spain, what it costs, and how to keep it safe.
How to Open a Spanish Bank Account as a Non-Resident
You'll need a Spanish account for IBI, utilities and completion day. Here's how to open one as a UK non-resident — documents, best banks and fees.
Currency Exchange When Buying Property in Spain (2026)
How UK buyers transfer money to Spain without losing thousands: FX brokers vs banks, forward contracts, timing, compliance and red flags.
Property Surveys in Spain: A Guide for UK Buyers (2026)
Surveys are not standard practice in Spain — but UK buyers should always get one. Survey types, costs, red flags, and how to use the findings.
Spanish Wills for UK Property Owners: 2026 Guide
Why UK owners of Spanish property need a Spanish will: Brussels IV law elections, forced heirship, usufruct, regional inheritance tax and costs.
Joint Ownership of Property in Spain: A Guide for UK Buyers
How joint ownership works in Spain: proindiviso shares, matrimonial regimes, unmarried partners, inheritance and how UK buyers avoid costly disputes.
Granada Property Guide: Buying in the City, Province & Costa Tropical
From Alhambra views and university-city buzz to subtropical coastline and whitewashed Alpujarra villages — Granada offers some of the most undervalued property in Andalucía.
Spanish Planning Permission: A Complete Guide for Property Buyers
Rural illegal builds, reform licences, suelo rústico — planning permission is one of the most complex issues in Spanish property. Here is everything buyers need to know before signing.
Buying Rural Property in Spain: Fincas, Cortijos & Casas de Campo
Space, privacy, and land at a fraction of coastal prices — but rural property in Spain comes with legal complexities that catch many buyers off guard. Here is what you need to know before you buy.
Community Fees in Spain: A Complete Guide for Property Buyers
Everything you need to know about community fees and the Comunidad de Propietarios before buying property in Spain — what they cover, typical costs, derramas, and what to check before you sign.
What is a Gestor in Spain? A Guide for Property Buyers and Expats
A gestor is one of the most useful professionals you can hire when moving to or buying property in Spain — yet most expats have never heard of them. Here is everything you need to know.
Renovating Property in Spain: A Complete Guide for Foreign Buyers
Older village houses, rural fincas, and tired coastal apartments can offer exceptional value — but renovation in Spain comes with its own rules. This guide covers permits, costs, professionals, and the pitfalls that catch buyers out.
Home Insurance in Spain: What Every Property Buyer Needs to Know
From seguro de continente to the government-backed natural disaster fund, here is everything UK buyers need to know about insuring a Spanish property — including what your community insurance does not cover.
Completing on a New Build in Spain: From Snagging to Keys
The final stages of buying off-plan in Spain — snagging, the Licencia de Primera Ocupación, completion day at the notary, and what to do the moment you have the keys.
Getting a Spanish Mortgage When Self-Employed: A Practical Guide
Self-employed buyers can get a Spanish mortgage — but the process is different. Here is what documents Spanish banks want, how income is assessed, which lenders are most flexible, and what to do if you get rejected.
Setting Up Utilities in Spain: A Guide for New Property Owners
Electricity, water, gas, and internet after buying in Spain — what you need before you start, who to contact, and how to get everything running as a non-resident.
Taxes When Buying Property in Spain: The Complete 2026 Guide
ITP, IVA, AJD — the taxes on buying property in Spain can add 10–13% on top of your purchase price. Here is exactly what you will pay, region by region, with worked examples.
Making an Offer on a Property in Spain: Negotiation Guide
How to negotiate the best price when buying property in Spain — from researching comparable sales and gauging negotiation room to the arras contract and tactics that actually work.
Estate Agents in Spain: Fees, How They Work, and What to Expect
Spanish estate agents work differently to their UK counterparts — they represent the seller, not you. Here's everything buyers need to know about fees, regulation, red flags, and how to get the most from the process.
Buying Property in Spain with Cryptocurrency: A 2026 Guide
Can you buy Spanish property with Bitcoin or Ethereum? Legally, sort of — but the process is more complex than headlines suggest. Here is the honest guide to the routes, the tax implications, and the AML requirements.
What is a Nota Simple in Spain? A Buyer's Guide
The nota simple is the single most important document you'll read before buying property in Spain. Here's what it is, what every section means, and exactly what your lawyer is checking.
Best Time to Buy Property in Spain: Seasonal Patterns and Timing Tips
Spanish property markets follow distinct seasonal rhythms. Knowing when to look, when to negotiate, and when to hold off can save you thousands — this guide breaks down the buying calendar and cuts through the "should I wait?" paralysis.
The Spanish Property Conveyancing Process: A Step-by-Step Guide
From making an offer to getting the keys: a complete walkthrough of the Spanish property conveyancing process, with timelines, costs, and what to watch out for at each stage.
Spain Property Buyer's Checklist: Everything You Need to Do
From getting your NIE to signing the escritura and beyond — the complete step-by-step checklist for buying property in Spain, covering every stage of the process.
Rightmove Spain: How to Search Spanish Property (and the Specialist Alternative)
How UK buyers use Rightmove to find property in Spain, where it falls short for overseas purchases, and how a Spain-only portal fills the gaps — verified agents, no buyer fees.