Buying property in Spain
Articles about buying and owning property in Spain as a foreign buyer.
17 articles

What Happens If You Buy a Property in Spain With Debts Attached

The NIE and Escritura Process in Spain: Step by Step for Foreign Buyers

Has Spain's 100% Tax on Non-EU Property Buyers Become Law? The 2026 Status
Spain's proposed 100% tax on non-EU property buyers is still a stalled draft in 2026, not law. Here is who it would target, the new-build exemption, and the current ITP rates.

What Happens to Your Spanish Property When You Die: Inheritance Rules for Foreign Owners

Spain Real Estate FAQ for Foreign Buyers: 25 Questions Answered
Spain remains one of Europe's most active foreign-buyer markets after the Golden Visa real estate route closed on April 3, 2025. Regional differences in transfer tax and the new housing law create real complexity. Answers to 25 of the questions foreign buyers ask most often.

Complete Property Buying Process in Spain for Foreigners Step by Step
The full step-by-step process for buying property in Spain as a foreigner in 2026: NIE, bank account, lawyer, due diligence, arras contract, notary signing, taxes, and registration.

Spain Golden Visa Ended 2025: What Are the Alternatives?
Spain closed its Golden Visa in April 2025. This guide covers what happened to existing holders, the non-lucrative visa, digital nomad visa, entrepreneur visa, and EU alternatives.

Barcelona vs Madrid vs Malaga vs Valencia: Where to Buy in 2026
A detailed comparison of Spain's four main property markets for foreign buyers in 2026.

Spain Real Estate Scams: Illegal Builds, Okupas Risk, and What Foreign Buyers Need to Know
The specific real estate risks facing foreign buyers in Spain: illegal construction in Andalusia, the okupa squatter problem after the 2025 legal reform, off-plan deposit fraud, and rental license traps.

Can Foreigners Own Property in Spain? The 2026 Legal Guide
Spain allows unrestricted foreign property ownership. This guide covers the NIE identification number, notarial system, Registro de la Propiedad, transfer taxes, and AML rules for 2026.

Top Property Developers in Spain for Foreign Buyers in 2026
Profiles of Spain's leading residential developers serving foreign buyers in 2026, from Taylor Wimpey Espana's 60-year coastal track record to Aedas Homes' 9,000-unit pipeline.

Complete Property Buying Process in Spain for Foreigners Step by Step
The full property purchase process in Spain from NIE application through escritura pública and Registro de la Propiedad, with timelines, costs, and the exact documents needed at each stage.

Spain Golden Visa Ended 2025: What Are the Alternatives?
Spain officially ended its real estate Golden Visa in April 2025. Here are the visa alternatives that remain for foreign property buyers and investors: the non-lucrative visa, digital nomad visa, entrepreneur visa, and other pathways.

Barcelona vs Madrid vs Malaga vs Valencia: Where to Buy in 2026
A data-backed comparison of Spain's four main foreign buyer markets in 2026, covering property prices, rental regulations, tax rates, lifestyle factors, and which city suits which buyer profile.

Spain Real Estate Scams: What Foreign Buyers Need to Know
Documented real estate fraud patterns in Spain targeting foreign buyers, from illegal builds in Andalusia and urbanization land grabs to the okupas squatter problem and unlicensed agent schemes.

Can Foreigners Own Property in Spain? The 2026 Legal Guide
The legal framework for foreign property ownership in Spain, covering NIE numbers, the notarial deed system, Registro de la Propiedad, military zone restrictions, and tax obligations for non-resident owners.

Top Property Developers in Spain for Foreign Buyers in 2026
A factual breakdown of the most active property developers in Spain building and selling to international buyers in 2026, from coastal resort developers to Madrid and Barcelona new-build specialists.
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