Clients that have a property let (either short term or long term) in Spain must declare their rental income and pay tax on it. This note is really aimed at clients who let their property long-term and do not declare the rental income. This is illegal. Landlords need to pay rental tax for the days that the property has been... Read more »
New testimonial for our Legal team
I wish to thank Pedro and his team for their guidance and uncomplicated advice in a recent court action. His research and his instruction on procedures, cross examination and other details were exceptional. His support and reassurance really helped me overcome my nervousness and he was also proven to be fully correct in his judgement of the successful outcome of the case. ... Read more »
HERRADA DEL TORO & SAN JOSÉ INVERSIONES Y PROYECTOS URBANÍSTICOS – PLAYA GOLF
HERRADA DEL TORO & SAN JOSÉ INVERSIONES Y PROYECTOS URBANÍSTICOS – PLAYA GOLF Many clients have unfortunately lost a lot of money due to the failed developments by the above. There has been a very important Judgement in September 2015. Banks now have been condemned to pay creditors even if there was no bank guarantee in place. This could affect... Read more »
What are the Rights of a Tenant?
A Tenant´s Story We have had a query recently from a worried tenant, who is living in a property owned by someone who has experienced severe financial difficulty and has returned home as bankrupt. The tenant has not heard from him for some time but the Community have said that he cannot stay in the property and even said that... Read more »
Difference in Inheritance Taxes between Ireland and Spain
(England, Wales and Scotland will be dealt with separately regarding tax) Wills If you are in England, Wales, Scotland or Ireland and have a home country Will, you can choose who you wish to leave your assets to. If you are English, Welsh, Scottish or Irish, and living in Spain you can also choose who you wish to leave your... Read more »
Must Residents exchange driving licences to Spanish?
Must Residents exchange driving licences to Spanish? This whole issue has raised a lot of debate, and I personally have found it extremely annoying and confusing, even though as a Resident I changed my UK licence to a Spanish one years ago. In order to clarify some of the confusion which has arisen over foreign residents in Spain changing their... Read more »
New General Knowledge Test for those applying for Spanish Nationality
From October 15th, foreigners applying for Spanish nationality will have to undergo a test of their knowledge of Spanish and the culture and society of Spain, ran by the Cervantes Institute. The test is determined by a regulation to be proposed by the Ministry of Justice. This is part of new legal measures just come into force. The new law... Read more »
Bank Insurance in Spain
We received this email regarding bank insurance in Spain. Following agreement with the client, we post our reply below as it may of useto others. “I don’t know if you can assist but I’ll ask anyway. Last year in September 2015 my wife called at the bank. She attempted to cancel the home insurance for our property. She was told... Read more »
Another legal victory and grateful client
This is a testimonial received today from a grateful client: Having tried my best to reach an amicable solution with my debtor I realised I needed legal assistance. A friend recommended I tried Spanish Solutions. I made initial contact via their website and got a prompt reply and set up an appointment. I discussed the case in detail with Pedro... Read more »
Spanish False Friends
When we start to get better at Spanish, very often it is easy to be tricked by false friends. Because Spanish and English both have latin roots, there are words that have the same origin but have taken a separate path with regard to meaning over the years. That can cause problems. You don´t want to tell someone that you... Read more »