Conveyancing
Escritura Pública: What Actually Happens at the Spanish Property Signing
The escritura pública is Spain's final property transfer step. Here's what international buyers should expect at the notary office and what documents…
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Sofia Martinez
Sofia is a Spanish property lawyer based in Marbella, specialising in conveyancing for international buyers. She guides expats through NIE applications, escritura signing, property registry, and the full purchase tax pipeline.
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Spain Property
Baltic Funds Bring €34M to Marbella: What It Means for International Buyers
Lithuanian and Estonian funds invested €34 million in Marbella luxury development in 2024, joining Middle Eastern capital in driving Costa del Sol…
Property Tax & Legal
Spanish Property Taxes Explained: ITP, IVA, AJD, Plusvalía, and IBI
Complete guide to Spanish property taxes for international buyers: acquisition taxes (ITP vs IVA+AJD), ongoing IBI, capital gains Plusvalía, and wealth tax…
Spain Property
Manilva Property: Three Villages, One Smart Costa del Sol Investment
Official 2025 data reveals Manilva's €2,700/m² average price point and three distinct areas offer Costa del Sol buyers compelling value near Sotogrande.
Property Tax & Legal
Spanish Property Signing: Non-Resident Buyer’s Complete Guide
Everything UK buyers need to know about the escritura pública signing process in Spain. From required documents to non-resident tax obligations.
Property Tax & Legal
Capital Gains Tax When Selling Your Spanish Property as a Non-Resident
Non-residents face 19% capital gains tax on Spanish property sales, plus potential retention and filing requirements. Here's what you need to know.
Spain Property
Costa del Sol Luxury Property: Where International Buyers Are Investing in 2026
Official 2026 data reveals expanded airport connectivity and year-round demand driving luxury property investment from Marbella's Golden Mile to Sotogrande Marina.
Property Tax & Legal
NIE Number Explained: How to Get Yours Before Buying Property in Spain
The NIE (Número de Identidad de Extranjero) is mandatory for all property purchases in Spain. Here's how international buyers get theirs.
Property Tax & Legal
Renting Out Your Spanish Property as a Non-Resident: Tax, Tourist Licences, and Practicalities
Non-resident rental income faces 24% tax, tourist licence requirements, and quarterly Modelo 210 filings. Here's what Costa del Sol property owners need…
Spain Property
Estepona Golf Property: New Azata Course Drives Buyer Interest
The 2025 opening of Azata Golf marks the first new 18-hole course on the Costa del Sol in a decade, potentially boosting…