What are the important Spanish legal terms to know or useful words? We are going to explain here some of them here. A list might be confusing, so let’s start with terms to do with law. Spanish Terms for Law First of all lawyers or solicitors are called abogados (or abogadas if female). We have one of each on our… Read more »
“ Are You Looking for an Alternative Country? Consider Spain
So says top entrepreneurial influencer, Martin Varsavsky. More and more people´s work is now “location independent” so expats are thinking of where they should put down some sort of roots. We’ve said before that Spain may be the best place in the world to live. We are not alone in our opinions. Martín Varsavsky (@martinvars) is an interesting character. Born… Read more »
Films With A Spanish Feel
Films with a Spanish Feel and Atmosphere Worth Watching If you like historical fiction, we recommend the movies “Pan’s labyrinth” , Guillermo del Toro’s Oscar-winning, beautiful and brutal historical adventure set in Navarra. This is set just after the Spanish Civil War and is a story of a girl who moves to an old mill and discovers a labyrinth (at… Read more »
What books can I read to learn more about Spain? Part 1
What books can I read to learn more about Spain? Inspired by a recent forum thread, I decided to compile some information for those looking for books to help gain an insight into Spanish history or either set in Spain with a Spanish atmosphere. Too many of us have spent years either living in Spain or visiting Spain, with very… Read more »
Changing Pool Sand
Did you know sand in a swimming pool filter should be changed? Experts recommend changing the sand every five years. Filters can go 20 years or more without changing the sand and still do the job, they are not as efficient as they should be. Filter sand has been ground to a size of .45 to .55 mm in diameter… Read more »
Tips Trip – The Spanish Solutions girls go to Valencia
Over the past years, our team has saved all of the small tips that kind clients leave us and put them together to pay for two budget apartments in Valencia for a night for the team to have a weekend away together. Nine out of ten Spanish Solutions girls made it; Amanda Thomas, Ana Barbadora, Eva Gilmartin, Gema Monera Jan… Read more »
Nesting Birds
Once swallows or house martins have nested in the eves of your house, they will return every year to nest again. They are attracted to the shelter of overhangs and especially love stucco/cement plaster walls where the mud sticks so well. I know they are lovely to watch and listen to but not if they are making a mess every… Read more »
The Spanish Civil War – What a difference from 50 years ago.
How much do you know about the Spanish Civil War? It started in July 1936 and finished in April of 1939? At least 500,000 to 1 million people perished during this time, and it was considered a dress rehearsal for World War II. The war originally started because of the political divide between the two main parties; the Republicans and… Read more »
Famous Spanish People throughout the Ages
With their passionate temperament, the Spanish are definitely inclined towards all things related to singing dance, romance, acting, and painting. But, not all well-known Spaniards are Arts oriented. For example, you’ll also discover a good sprinkling of scientists and sports people. Anyway, below is a list of just some renowned Spaniards throughout the ages. It lists only native Spaniards. See… Read more »
Energy Efficiency Certificate
It is now law that all properties in Spain for sale or rent must have a valid Energy Performance Certificate. The certificate is valid for 10 years and will need to be produced at the notary when a property sale is due to complete. What is an energy certificate? It is a report that describes how efficient a home is in… Read more »