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Legal and tax advice for real estate in Spain
Strategic Guidance for Property Investment in Spain
Make confident, profitable decisions with expert legal and tax advice for real estate in Spain. Avoid risks and surprises when buying or selling.
Book Your Free ConsultationWhy Choose Our Service?
Full Protection of Your Investment
We run a thorough due diligence to eliminate legal, planning and financial risks before you commit funds.
Tax Optimisation & Better Returns
We design a tailored tax strategy to minimise purchase and holding costs so you keep more of your yield.
Expert Guidance & Transparency
We act as your independent representative, explaining each step clearly so every decision is fully informed.
Our Peace-of-Mind Guarantee
If our due diligence uncovers a critical risk and you choose not to proceed, you only cover minimal admin costs. You won’t pay for a full report you won’t use.
Our Process in 4 Clear Steps
1. Initial Call & Strategy
We align on your goals and choose the most efficient legal and tax structure, including NIE and bank arrangements.
2. Full Property Due Diligence
We review the Land Registry, cadastral data, planning status, debts and community records to ensure a clean purchase.
3. Negotiation & Contracts
We negotiate terms for you and draft/review agreements (reservation & arras) to protect your deposit with clear conditions.
4. Completion & Post-Completion
We attend notary completion, handle taxes, registration and utility transfers.
The Market Speaks for Itself
Transactions by international buyers—evidence of strong demand in Spain’s property market.
High interest also means higher complexity. Make decisions with the right information and the right team.
1.0 Introduction: Why Spain’s Property Market Attracts Investors
Getting expert legal and tax advice for real estate in Spain is the first step to a successful purchase. Spain offers lifestyle and stability, but navigating the process without an expert is a strategic mistake that can turn assets into liabilities.
In this context, due diligence is essential to understand the legal and technical reality of a property before committing capital. It reveals hidden risks and clarifies the true net return.
2.0 Preliminary Stage: Laying the Groundwork
Early steps are critical to avoid issues and safely take the property off the market while we investigate in depth.
Key Administrative & Contractual Actions
- Hire an Independent Lawyer: your sole advocate to defend your interests.
- Obtain the NIE: mandatory for non-residents to transact in Spain.
- Open a Spanish Bank Account: simplifies payments and adds security.
Understanding Pre-Contracts
A reservation blocks the property; the arras (earnest money) agreement sets clear exit rules and financial consequences.
3.0 The Core: Full Due Diligence
Due diligence uncovers the full picture to judge viability and true profitability.
Our Minimum Checklist Includes:
- Land Registry review: title and absence of hidden charges.
- Cadastral verification: square meters and description match reality.
- Planning status: legality of the build and any municipal procedures.
- Community of owners: minutes, outstanding debts and major approved works.
- Tax status: IBI and local taxes up to date.
4.0 Tax Essentials You Must Plan
Taxes differ depending on new-build (VAT + stamp duty) vs resale (transfer tax). Good planning keeps the total cost under control.
| Region | Typical Transfer Tax (ITP) |
|---|---|
| Andalusia | ~7% |
| Catalonia | ~10–11% |
| Community of Madrid | ~6% |
| Valencian Community | ~10–11% |
Post-purchase obligations include IBI (annual property tax) and non-resident income tax where applicable.
What Our Clients Say
“Buying our home on the Costa del Sol felt daunting. Your team made the process transparent and safe. We now enjoy our place in Spain without worries.”
— Martínez Family, UK
“As an investor, hidden costs were my biggest fear. Your due diligence was incredibly thorough and saved me thousands. Hiring you was the best decision.”
— John S., USA
“Having an independent lawyer on my side was key. They found a charge on the property the agency had missed. Professional from start to finish!”
— Anke W., Germany
Ready to Move Forward with Confidence?
Book your Free Strategy Session and get a clear plan in 30 minutes.
- Preliminary feasibility review of your purchase.
- Estimate of taxes and total costs (no surprises).
- Answers to your three most important questions.