People moving to Spain may be helped by reading the following tips and advice extracted from Euroresidentes website.

Look for guarantees before buying a house in Spain. Spanish law require people who sell properties to “give honesty” to people who buy them. In other words, purchasers can (and should) always claim all the land registration guaranties and proof of payment of all outstanding debts before the operation is completed in front of a Spanish Notary. Never go through with any purchase unless you obtain the legal certificate, which proves such payments. Once again, you should be advised by a good Spanish lawyer. And research the areas you plan to buy in. Ask us, in ByTheSea we can help you buying property in Spain and we advise you so you know what you are dealing with.

Take into account all the expenses which arise from living in Spain These include the following:

* Monthly, termly or yearly community charge which changes depending on the quota fixed by your comunidad de propietarios which, in turn, depends on where the property is and how much care its upkeep and maintenance requires. Quotas are paid to your property’s Administrador de Fincas.
* Water, electricity and phone bills, payable every two months, usually through the bank account so open an account with one of the many Spanish banks offering services to foreign clients on your arrival or even before you move.
* Yearly property taxes and rates in Spain, payable to the Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).
* Any professional fees paid to the consultancy that sorts ourt your paper work (lawyer fees).
* School fees if you are going to send your child to an international school in Spain.
* Domestic expenses – cleaners in Spain charge an hourly rate of between 7 – 10 euros per hour and are relatively easy to find.

You’ll see that we can assist you on selling or buying a house, a mortgage, letting it, rent a house, on contracts, legal documents and more.

If there is something you want to know, but can’t find on our website, just send us an e-mail with your questions and we will give you an adequate answer as soon as possible.

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