By guest blogger Julie Priaulx. Thinking about moving to Spain and not sure whether you are doing the right thing, or wondering if it is the right time to go? Hmm! 2020 has been one of the most extraordinary years in most of our lives so far, I think it’s safe to say. COVID has affected us all in different… Read more »
Art Classes Orihuela Costa/Torrevieja
If you are looking for Art Classes Orihuela Costa/Torrevieja, then Paint It is a large ceramics and art Studio very close to Zenia Boulevard in Orihuela Costa. An art studio is something that had really been lacking in the area for both residents and holiday makers. Also for interested adults and creative or bored children. But since last year, there… Read more »
New Normality in the Valencia Community
Please note changes are continuing to happen. Please refer to N332 facebook for the latest updates. As at midnight on Sunday morning (21st June), the Estate of Alarm ended in Spain and we enter into a new normality in the Valencia Community. Many people think that everything is back to “normal” or how it used to be. However, as you… Read more »
What will business in Spain look like post-COVID 19?
Business in Spain will never be the same again. That is good for a business who offer safety and security to their clients, bad for those who are only offering cheap and cheerful. What will business in Spain look like? The “New Normal”. We are entering week 14 now since it became clear that things are going to change in… Read more »
Risk Free Investment in Spain
We have investors who need a fantastic return and risk-free investment in Spain. Guaranteed property investment in Spain, unlike anything the market has ever seen before. We can now offer an “Equity Release” solution to people who need it in Spain and you can take advantage. The corona virus has opened the door to a wonderful investment opportunity all over… Read more »
State of Alarm – This is no longer current information.
As at September 2020 this is out of date information. Tonight Pedro Sanchez announced that the State of Alarm has just been extended in Spain until May 24th. This is the fourth time it has been extended (remember that Spain is timing the State of Alarm in 2 week periods unlike other countries). What does the “State of Alarm” actually… Read more »
Moratorium on Rent for Businesses
Tenants of commercial premises have until the 23rd of May 2020 to request a moratorium on rent for businesses. This was approved by Royal Decree-Law 15/2020 to support the economy and employment of Spain during the State of Alarm. This Royal Decree-Law 15/2020 was quite a complicated one covering measures of all kinds. Including a moratorium of rent for businesses…. Read more »
Assistance for the Self-Employed – Coronavirus
Assistance for the self-employed or autónomos is now available in Spain. The coronavirus pandemic has caused devastation amongst the workforce and businesses and self.employed people alike. The government published a decree on the 14th March ordering many businesses to close. There was then a further law on the 30th March which restricted many more workers. As at now (7.4.20), all… Read more »
Dismissals During Coronavirus
We are getting a huge amount of enquiries regarding dismissals during this stage of alarm due to Coronavirus. We can help both employers and employees depending on the issue. Dismissals Due to Coronavirus There are strict employment laws relating to dismissal in Spain. The law covers “force majeure”. This is when an event happens which is out of the control… Read more »
The Risks if you don’t have Spanish Residence Permit or Medical Card
Over the past few days, we have been trying to help a ill Irish client who has lived here many years. She never obtained her Spanish Residence Permit or her SIP (Spanish Medical Card). She preferred to rely on paying for health care when needed and on the EHIC (European Health Insurance Card). She never doubted that if needed the… Read more »