ESTEPONA’S Town Council reached zero debt, which will allow a reduction of 20% in the Property Tax. The Mayor José María García Urbano of the People’s Party announced the
Read More »Rustic paradise with solar power, olive trees and guest facilities – €130,000
The peaceful corner of Valencia is both accessible and seclusion. Credit: Turis Inmobiliaria For expats dreaming of a life in the Spanish countryside, this unique opportunity in the heart of Valencia province offers the perfect blend of sustainability, self-sufficiency and rural charm — and all for €130,000. Set in the peaceful village of Alborache, just 45 minutes from Valencia city …
Read More »The Russian CEO of an arms company owns five villas in Mallorca
The Russian CEO of an helicopter manufacturer owns five villas on Mallorca despite EU sanctions. Photo Credit: Andreas Glöckner via Pixabay The Anti-Corruption Foundation (a non-profit Russian organisation) has conducted a new investigation that reveals Nikolai Kolesov is an arms manufacturer who has connections with Vladimir Putin. He owns five luxury Mallorca villas. The organization revealed that the weapons tycoon …
Read More »Germans are outspending the British in Spain for mortgages as demand from abroad continues to rise
In the first quarter 2025, Germans have overtaken Brits when it comes to applying for mortgages. The property portal has provided figures on the market Idealist In the UK, 14.2% of mortgages were applied for by UK nationals. The total number of foreign buyers in Spain is 3.6%. READ MORE Between January and March, applicants from Switzerland accounted for 8.7% …
Read More »Javea: New development offers luxurious living near the sea
Residents can also take advantage of a range of common spaces including irrigated landscaped gardens. Credit: Alibuilding.com Construction has already begun on Jávea Beach, Alibuilding’s latest luxury residential project—and its first in this sought-after town on the Costa Blanca. Marketed exclusively by Rimontgó, the development is located just a short walk from Arenal beach and has already sold 50 per …
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My lawyer in Spain opens a new office in Mojacar. Photograph taken by the author. It was just another radiant June day in Mojácar, but for My Lawyer in SpainThis was a landmark worth celebrating. The grand opening of the firm’s brand new office in town was just as warm as the Andalusian sunshine. The room quickly filled up with …
Read More »Iberostar opens five-star hotel in Mallorca
Iberostar Es Trenc has opened its doors. Photo credit: Iberostar Iberostar opened the long-awaited Iberostar Selection Es Trenc hotel in Mallorca. It is the sixteenth Iberostar on the island. Iberostar and the Consell de Mallorca inaugurated the hotel located in Colonia Sant Jordi in the south of Mallorca. Every room at the five-star luxury hotel has a sea view. The …
Read More »Due to a shortage of property and lower interest rates, house prices in Spain have risen at the highest rate since 2007.
The acceleration of house prices in Spain continues with a 12.2% increase in the first quarter 2024. The National Institute of Statistics has reported the highest quarterly growth since the first three months of 2007. New properties were only 0.1% behind second-hand property prices, which grew by 12.3% from January to March. READ MORE RISE CONTINUE The house price increase …
Read More »IN PICS: Marbella’s luxury real estate frenzy ramps up with more villas on sale for €20m+
Three ultra-luxury Costa del Sol properties are currently on the market or have recently been sold. IF not already known as it, Marbella is nailing down its position as Spain’s luxury property capital after a string of mega-mansions have hit the market for eye-watering sums exceeding €20 million. Three deals stand out: Villa Olympus, which previously sold for €27.5 million …
Read More »Spain’s housing shortage will be eased with the introduction of new property taxation on foreign buyers and flat owners.
This month, the Spanish parliament is likely to speed up a massive package of tax hikes on foreign investors and holiday rentals operators. The Socialist party (PSOE) has unveiled plans to slap hefty new taxes on foreign property buyers whilst hiking VAT on tourist flats from 10% to 21% – more than doubling the current rate. The Housing Minister Isabel …
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