Expat Lifestyle
Marbella’s Tech Hub Push: What It Means for International Families in 2026
Marbella's 2026 tech transformation brings new opportunities for digital nomads and remote workers, but the real story is how it's reshaping family…
News
Costa del Sol property analysis.
Spanish property law, non-resident mortgages, what currency actually costs you, and what living here looks like once the keys are in. Updated weekly.
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.
Expat Lifestyle
Cost of Living Costa del Sol: A Real Family’s Monthly Budget
From school fees to supermarket bills, here's what a British family of four actually spends living on the Costa del Sol in…
Currency Exchange
How to Avoid Losing 4% on a €500,000 Property Purchase: A Practical FX Guide
High-street banks charge 2-4% FX margins on property transfers. Specialist brokers offer 0.3-0.7% rates, saving €10,000-€20,000 on a typical Costa del Sol…
Property Tax & Legal
Renting Out Your Spanish Property as a Non-Resident: Tax, Tourist Licences, and Practicalities
Non-resident property owners face Spanish rental income tax at 24%, plus tourist licence requirements and practical management challenges across the Costa del…
Expat Lifestyle
Spain Digital Nomad Visa for Property Owners: Eligibility, Tax, and Renewal
Spain's Digital Nomad Visa lets remote workers live on the Costa del Sol for up to five years. Here's how property ownership…
Expat Mortgages
How to Get a Spanish Mortgage as a Non-Resident: Lenders, LTVs, and Rates
Non-resident buyers can borrow up to 70% LTV from Spanish banks, but lender criteria vary widely. Here's what BBVA, Sabadell, and others…
Spain Property
Spanish Mortgage Costs Jump 8% as Euribor Climbs to 2.8% in 2026
The 12-month Euribor hit 2.8% in July 2026, adding €712 annually to a typical €150,000 mortgage. Here's what Costa del Sol buyers…
Currency Exchange
How to Avoid Losing 4% on a €500,000 Property Purchase: A Practical FX Guide
High-street banks charge 2-4% margins on property transfers, costing buyers £10,000-£20,000 on a €500k purchase. Specialist brokers offer 0.3-0.7% rates plus timing…
Expat Lifestyle
International Schools on the Costa del Sol: Fees, Curricula, and Admissions Compared
From Aloha College to Sotogrande International School, here's what Costa del Sol international schools actually cost and how their admissions work.