As an expat in Spain, should I convert my British bonds to the Spanish version? The following is a guest post by: David Evans, DipFA International Financial Adviser David represents Blacktower Financial Management (International) Limited UK Bonds Vs Spanish Bonds I have met many clients whilst undertaking financial reviews that hold UK Bonds with Insurance companies. Such as AVIVA, Friends... Read more »
Have you got a grip on your business in Spain costs and expenses?
We want to explain to you the importance of having got a grip on your business in Spain. Is cash flow killing the business of your dreams in Spain? Without profit there is no business- Sounds obvious? Not necessarily. Many businesses in Spain have very little in the way of management accounts. We once had two internal accountants, Debbie and... Read more »
Post-Covid real estate investing in Spain
The following blog is inspired by an article that appeared in Bloomberg this week. As the Spanish economy starts to reopen, flights are due to land here again from early June and there is a buzz in the Spanish air; investing in Spain? ordinary people, not just investors are looking for that. What has changed in real estate investing in... Read more »
Holidays in Spain during COVID-19
Spain’s secretary of state for tourism has said that there is good news and good times ahead for foreign tourists coming to Spain. We want to give you the latest news about Holidays in Spain during COVID-19. When will reopen the Spanish borders? Fernando Valdés said that the country aims to reopen overseas holidaymakers from June. They will do it... Read more »
GOLDEN VISA SPAIN after Brexit
Spain first launched its popular golden visa programme back in 2013. Back then, a simple investment of €500,000 in real estate was promised to gain a family residency in the country. Unfortunately, the application process proved more complicated than we had hoped. We had Chinese and Russian applicants who successfully purchased here but the red tape was excessive. Now, post-Brexit... Read more »
Will property prices fall in Spain after Brexit?
Will property prices fall in Spain after Brexit? Like it or not. Brexit is now a reality and UK citizens dreaming of property in Spain might need to assess before taking the plunge. But will buying Spanish property still be the cost-saving route to a comfortable lifestyle in the sun it has always been for British expats? Or could a... Read more »
Property business in Spain, Equity Release and donation
I remember writing the newsletter this time last year and all the talk was “Brexit” with a nod to the Corona Virus and the associated lockdowns which we thought at the time could last for weeks! Well, things look very similar but with a few solid glimmers of light on the horizon. Green shoots, I think is the fashionable term. ... Read more »
Are you a UK pensioner living in Spain?
This an article for UK pensioner living in Spain. It is a Considerations for those that have UK pensions schemes and are a Spanish Tax Resident Should I have a financial advisor in Spain? There are many types of pension schemes and understanding their benefits and restrictions for many can prove troublesome. Although there are UK Government-backed advice centres, they... Read more »
Requirements for UK buyers in Costa Blanca South
Another problem that comes with Brexit. Possible Requirements for UK buyers in areas of Costa Blanca South A Decree in 1978 stated property located within a certain distance of the Spanish Air Force headquarters in San Javier and Navy facilities. In Cartagena required authorisation from The Ministry of Defence for any non-EU citizens purchasers. This affects areas of Orihuela Costa,... Read more »
Investment Equity release
Investment: Equity Release deal in Cabo Roig, Alicante. Residential Tabora, Cabo Roig, Alicante, Spain. Property for sale with 37.5% discount. 134,900 euro. Distressed sale: A quick deal required We have a seller looking for equity release, in exchange for a rent-free period of 5 years. (usufruct). He will vacate the property after that time and you will have a property. You... Read more »
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My sincere thanks to Valeria and the team for their professionalism in the purchase of my house in Fuente Alamo, Murcia. It was a stress free experien... Read more
I have just completed the purchase of an apartment in Murcia. Spanish Solutions took care of all of the legal work for me. They took care of every det... Read more
When I was going to buy a car in Spain I was referred to Spanish Solutions for help with change of ownership etc. I got in touch with Tracie Miles who... Read more
Spanish Solutions sorted out the Baja for a very old Spanish car that I had in my name and had no paperwork for. It was a complex situation which Carl... Read more
We had been recommended to Spanish Solutions by our solicitor to help us with a DGT issue. We are so impressed with their service, very approachable, ... Read more
We were very lucky to have Eva from SPANISH SOLUTIONS guide us through all the complex legal side of purchasing our property. She was so friendly and ... Read more