Sales and rentals on the Costa Blanca, Costa Calida and Costa Del Sol
NEWS
ENERGY CERTIFICATE SPAIN
When must homes in Spain comply with the new European insulation and fire safety standards? Is it wiser to buy a new home? What are the pros and cons of new build? And can you renovate an... Read more
11th December 2025
REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE ANDALUSIA
Andalusia has approved its new Housing Law. Articles 47 to 52 regulate residential real estate brokerage and introduce a mandatory register for real estate agents in the region. This marks... Read more
4th December 2025
SILENT ACCEPTANCE OF URBANIZATION BY MUNICIPALITIES
The explanation states that an urbanisation is deemed accepted by the municipality even without a formal act when it is in use, licences are granted and taxes are collected. This creates the same... Read more
4th December 2025
TRUMP CALLS MERCADONA A CULTURAL PHENOMENON
The United States Department of Agriculture describes Mercadona as a cultural phenomenon in Spain. The chain dominates the market and shapes the daily lives of millions of residents. In 2024 it... Read more
1st December 2025
REAL ESTATE BUBBLE
The Bank of Spain notes that there are some signs of a housing bubble, but the situation is far from comparable to 2007. Housing prices remain about 20% below their pre-crisis peak, and current... Read more
30th November 2025
DUE DILIGENCE
Due Diligence in the sale of real estate in Spain is the process of thorough investigation and verification conducted by a buyer (or their lawyer) before the purchase is finalized. The goal is to... Read more
29th November 2025
CEMENT CONSUMPTION SPAIN
According to Oficemen, cement consumption rose by 18.5% in October 2025 to nearly 1.7 million tonnes. Year-to-date growth stands at 10.9%, reflecting a strong recovery in construction activity.... Read more
29th November 2025
SECOND OCCUPACION LICENCE
LSO The second occupancy license is a municipal document confirming that a property is still suitable for living. It is required for property sales rentals after major renovations or when the... Read more
20th November 2025