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A SPANISH Real Estate Organisation gathered in a Costa del Sol Universitiy to discuss the new laws and regulations for Andalucia.
Last week, Spanish real estate agents gathered in Marbella to discuss the new Andalucia mandatory registration law. The reform has already changed how property is sold and bought in the region.
The event was hosted by GIPE.Gestores Inmobiliarios Profesionales EuropeosThe Marbella International Centre of the University focused on Law 5/2025 which was passed in December. It introduced a registry for all real estate agents who operate in the residential sector.
Following an opening address by GIPE President Alfred van Krimpen, attendees split into two sessions – one in Spanish and one in English – reflecting GIPE’s position as Spain’s first bilingual real estate association.
Vice President Christofer Folberg and board members Daniella van Steenwijk presented the English version of the presentation. They walked through with members all legal changes, compliance requirements and other relevant information.
Mario De Vicente Pelaez of the board and President van Krimpen completed the Spanish presentation.
All agents and agencies that are involved in residential real estate transactions, whether they operate independently or as a part of a larger company, must be registered under the new law.
To qualify for the title, agents must have a degree from a recognized university or at least 4 years of experience in real estate, 100 hours of accredited education, liability insurance, and be members of an official Real Estate body.
GIPE has positioned themselves as a key supporting body during the transition. They offer collective registration, in house legal assistance, compliance and mediation services as well as continuing professional development.
GIPE, founded in 1985, is one of Spain’s oldest and most established real estate associations. GIPE also belongs to CEPI, The European Council of Real Estate Professions which is responsible for setting ethical and professional standards throughout the EU.
GIPE members describe their organisation as dynamic and progressive.
GIPE is committed to continuing to evolve.
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According to van Krimpen, GIPE has managed to keep up in adapting to new technology, international buyers, and stricter rules – without losing focus on professionalism.
After the presentations, agents – including several non-members – stayed on for a networking cocktail with wine, tapas, and live music.
Several attendees were convinced that it was the right time to join GIPE.
Organisers say that as Andalucia continues attracting international buyers, professional standards and legal clarity are more important now than ever.
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Van Krimpen responded that GIPE promotes transparency and trust by setting clear rules, encouraging ongoing education and always putting the protection of consumers first.
‘GIPE has shared its real, on-the-ground experience with lawmakers and acted as a professional reference,’ van Krimpen said.
For both agents and clients, the message was clear: the rules are changing – and GIPE is positioning itself as a key reference point for compliance, professionalism and buyer protection in Spain’s property market.
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