Sometimes I think people forget (because we do so much) the legal services provided by Spanish Solutions. The Spanish Legal system works very differently from many other countries (such as with property being passed on after someone’s death) and matters that could be easily resolved in your own country become bewildering when in another, due to differences in the law or... Read more »
Selling a Property – Sellers Responsibilities – 3% Retention
When selling a Property, there are certain financial (tax) obligations which the owner needs to know. When setting the price of the sale, the owner should be aware that they will ‘lose’ 3% of the declared value in what is called the ‘Retention’. This is a sum which, although it is the responsibility of the seller to pay, in order... Read more »
How will I be Affected by Britain Coming out of EU
How will I be Affected by Britain Coming out of EU if thinking of Buying a Property to Retire to? We are preparing a formal view on Brexit but we received this query today and it may help to see our answer. ” Hi I was getting ready to buy a home to retire to in Villamartin but a little... Read more »
Fishing Licences (Valencia and Murcia)
Several people have mentioned that they love fishing (of course, it is such a popular sport) and the freshwater fishing is apparently fantastic in Spain. We were going to detail how to obtain your licences (the Guardia Civil are rather hot here on this), but one of the main fishing clubs on the Costa Blanca has a fantastic page on this... Read more »
Mobile phones and Driving
Police in Spain will soon be able to tell if a mobile phone is being used while driving. The use of mobile phones while driving is one of the leading cause of accidents and numerous studies and traffic accidents show that mobile use while driving is causing accidents, especially now there are so many applications that divert people´s attention longer.... Read more »
What is the Meaning of Denounce and Its Implications?
What is the Meaning of Denounce and It’s Implications? As suggested by one of our lovely clients, Eileen, denouncing causes some confusion in Spain, so we will endavour to explain it. If you take a look at an English Dictionary, the English word denounce is a verb that means a) to to criticize something or someone strongly and publicly: “The government’s... Read more »
Importance of Planning Permissions
‘Legal’ home to be demolished This week the Costa Blanca People came to us to discuss an issue as they had been contacted by a family who are distraught after being told their 12 year court battle to keep their home intact has been lost and a ‘legal’ extension may well have to be demolished, destroying their home. We have been given... Read more »
Carmen Del Campillo, Crevillente (Arabian Tea House)
Carmen Del Campillo, Casa Morisca, Crevillente For a Costa Blanca trip out with a difference why not visit Spain’s best kept secret, the Moroccan/Arabian Tea House. Situated just off the N340 road which runs from Crevillente to Albatera (around 36km from Alicante itself). THE TEAHOUSE – What to expect .. The gates to this secret arabian tea house are locked... Read more »
Resident tax
Do you live in Spain for more than 183 days a year? If so, you are liable to pay tax on all your global income, according to Spanish law. Many foreigners who live here permanently do not submit annual income tax returns, either out of ignorance or because they are afraid of paying high taxes. But ignorance of the law... Read more »
How to Open a Bank Account in Spain
How to Open a Bank Account in Spain Opening a Bank account in Spain is fairly straightforward, but there are a few things you should be aware of. Firstly, there are two main types of financial institutions: “cajas” and “bancos”. I suppose “cajas” are really like buiding societies, they started as small savings institutions to encourage people to save and... Read more »