Spain Property Guides
Expert guides on buying, owning and managing property in Spain
From your first steps to ongoing ownership — our guides cover everything you need to know. Whether you're buying your first apartment on Costa Blanca or managing a rental investment, find step-by-step instructions, cost breakdowns and legal requirements.
Buying: the process
How to Buy Property in Spain: Step-by-Step Guide
Step-by-step guide to buying property in Spain as a foreigner. NIE, bank account, legal checks, notary, taxes and costs. Updated for 2026.
Read GuideHow to Get Your NIE Number in Spain
Step-by-step guide to getting your NIE in Spain. Documents, appointment, fees, processing times. Three ways to apply — in person, consulate, or power of attorney. Updated 2026.
Read GuideMortgage in Spain for Foreigners 2026
Mortgage in Spain for non-residents: rates from 3.2%, LTV 60–70%, up to 25 years. Bank comparison, documents, step-by-step process. Updated September 2026.
Read GuideComplete Guide to Buying New Build Property in Spain
Everything you need to know about purchasing off-plan and new build properties in Spain. From legal requirements to financing options and investment strategies.
Read GuideProperty Types in Spain: Villa, Apartment, Bungalow — What's the Difference?
A practical guide to villas, apartments, bungalows, penthouses, and duplexes on Spain's Mediterranean coast — with real prices, taxes by region, and tips for every buyer profile.
Read GuideBuying Property Near the Beach in Spain: What First Line Really Means and What It Costs
The three coastal zones, the Ley de Costas lines that decide what you can build, what salt does to a home, and how much the last 200 metres to the water add to the price.
Read GuideBuying a Holiday Home in Spain: What to Decide Before You Buy
How long you can stay, what a second home costs each year, renting it out while you are away, and choosing a place close to the airport.
Read GuideMoney and taxes
Costs of Buying Property in Spain 2026
Full breakdown of buying costs in Spain: ITP and VAT taxes, notary, lawyer, registry fees. New build vs resale. Example calculations for €200,000 and €500,000 properties.
Read GuideBeckham Law Spain 2026: How to Pay 24% Flat Tax
Complete guide to Spain's impatriate tax regime. Eligibility, application process (Modelo 149), Digital Nomad Visa interaction, property tax implications, and the 2026 TEAC ruling on main residences.
Read GuideProperty Tax in Spain for Non-Residents
All taxes for non-resident property owners in Spain: IBI, income tax (Modelo 210), wealth tax, rental tax, capital gains. Rates, deadlines, how to file. 2026.
Read GuideOwning, renting out, selling
Selling Property in Spain 2026: Complete Owner's Guide
The 4 taxes (CGT 19/24%, retención del 3%, plusvalía, IVA), required documents, sale process and 2026 timing — complete guide for non-resident owners selling Spanish property.
Read GuideRenting Out Property in Spain — 2026 Buyer's Guide
Spain's rental rules changed twice in eighteen months. A practical guide for foreign buyers in 2026: contract types, licences, community votes, taxes, and how Costa Blanca, Costa Cálida and Mallorca compare after the Supreme Court annulled the national registry in May 2026.
Read GuideRenting Out Property on Mallorca — 2026 Buyer's Guide
ETV moratorium, the Palma ban, and what's left for buy-to-let in 2026. A regional deep-dive for the Mallorca rental purchase — companion to our Spain hub guide.
Read GuideOkupas in Spain: Myths and Facts Every Property Owner Should Know (2026)
A fact-checked guide for owners: what okupas really are, what the 2025 fast-track eviction law changed, the real risk, and how to protect a home — especially on the costas.
Read GuideEnergy Certificate in Spain: What the Letters A to G Mean
Every Spanish property you look at carries an energy letter, and it is the shortest summary of what the building will cost you to live in. This guide explains what the CEE measures, how new builds and older resales differ, what Spanish law actually says about selling and renting a low-rated home, what the certificate really costs, and how the requirements are scheduled to tighten year by year.
Read GuideMoving and residency
Moving to Spain in 2026: Residency, Money, Healthcare and a Home
The practical sequence — legal status, paperwork, healthcare, taxes and housing — for anyone planning a move, whatever passport you hold.
Read GuideSpain Golden Visa Ended — What Now
Spain's Golden Visa ended April 3, 2025. Can you still buy property? Alternatives: Digital Nomad Visa, Non-Lucrative Visa, entrepreneur visa. Updated 2026.
Read GuideDigital Nomad Visa Spain 2026
Complete guide to Spain's Digital Nomad Visa. Income from €2,850/month, Beckham Law 24% tax, documents, how to apply from abroad and from Spain. Updated 2026.
Read GuideWhere to buy
Spain Property Market Forecast 2026
Spain property market analysis for 2026. Prices by region, foreign buyer demand, rental yields, CaixaBank and BBVA forecasts. Data-driven overview.
Read GuideBest Areas to Buy Property on Costa Blanca
In-depth review of 12 Costa Blanca areas: prices, rental yields, property types, pros and cons. North vs South. Comparison table and recommendations for investors, families, and retirees.
Read GuideCosta Blanca vs Costa del Sol: Where to Buy?
Detailed comparison of Spain's two top coasts. Prices, climate, lifestyle, rental yields, airports. Which coast suits your goals?
Read GuideBest Beaches on Costa Blanca: Urban Shores, Hidden Coves & Where to Buy Nearby
Over 244 km of coastline, 90+ Blue Flag beaches and dozens of hidden coves: from San Juan in Alicante to Cala Granadella in Jávea. A practical guide for property buyers on where each beach is, what to expect and which Costa Blanca areas to live in nearby.
Read GuideWhere to Buy Property in Spain in 2026: Coasts, Towns and Prices
The towns worth shortlisting on the Costa Blanca, Costa del Sol, Costa Cálida and Mallorca: who each one suits, what the market asks per square metre and what each region allows for holiday lets.
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Americans Buying Property in Spain — 2026 Guide
Complete guide for US citizens: taxes, FATCA, visa options, mortgage, and how the buying process differs from the US. Updated April 2026.
Read GuideBuying Property in Spain as a Kazakhstan Citizen: the Complete Guide
How the purchase works with or without travelling, how to transfer money from Kazakhstan, which taxes you pay — and the truth about residence permits, the golden visa and citizenship. Verified facts only.
Read GuideProperty Calculators
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