Real Estate Information and Advice

Spain has been a firm favourite with Europeans when it comes to vacations and has also been the number one choice in recent years for many when it comes to investing in real estate.

Since 2007, the property market has been in decline much like the real estate markets in other countries, but there is hope on the horizon for those looking to purchase a Spanish property as an investment or as a second or first home. Spain is still a great place to buy property.

Buying a Spanish property as an investment is still a great choice for so many reasons. Firstly, the long term rental market is strong. There are still many people moving to the Spain to live who choose to rent before buying. There are also many people moving on a regular basis from rental property to rental property. This means that buying and renting long term is still a viable option.

Then we have the holiday rental market. Spain is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. With millions of Europeans visiting the country each year, the holiday rental market although somewhat quieter, is still alive and kicking. So, this presents another possibility.

Both of the above options enable you to rent the property out, pay the mortgage (if you have one) and look to sell further down the line once the market has picked up.

Or, if you are just looking to buy in order to live in Spain or to use a second home then no problem.

Spain has much going for it including over 300 days of sunshine every year with a good all year round climate. Winters are mild, although summer months of June, July and August can be extremely hot.

Then we come to the beaches. With hundreds of beautiful sandy beaches if sunbathing is your thing then you will not be disappointed.

For the golfers among you, you have hundreds of courses to choose from. Spain is a golfer’s paradise and one of the top golfing destinations in the world.

Some of the more popular locations in Spain to invest including the Costa del Sol, Costa Blanca and the Costa Brava. All of which have large expat communities. So if you are looking to move to Spain to live and are concerned about being isolated then don’t be.

Remember that if you are buying property via an agent to get everything in writing. Never use a lawyer who is recommended by the agent.

Also, find a lawyer who speaks your language and can sit and explain the buying process in detail. There are many forums on the internet. Check some of them out and ask others if they can recommend lawyers or agents in the areas you are interested in.

Apart from that, go ahead, buy a property. A new world awaits you in Spain.