CHANGES TO THE SPANISH LEGISLATION REGARDING FORECLOSURE
Given the increase of evictions and the drama that this carries to the…
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These days, as a result of the economic situation and the increase of people…
Read articleWHAT IS THE ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE (CERTIFICADO DE EFICIENCIA ENERGETICA)?
From June 1st the Energy Performance Certificate will be required in all contracts of…
Read articleCan I renounce to an inheritance in Spain?
In most occassions, inheriting from a dead relative or friend comes associated with an increase in…
Read articleHow to set up a Spanish company
“Spain will be the next Germany!” This was the headline in “EL PAIS” last…
Read articleBuying under-value in Spain Part I
It is no secret that the Spanish property market is very quiet. Nowadays, any person wanting to sell reasonably quick has to make…
Read articleCan I complete the purchase of a property in Spain without a NIE?
In a clear homage to my youngest daughter’s favourite cartoon: yes you can! I am talking about NIEs and not laying bricks…
Read articleWhat is a “cedula hipotecaria”?
You may have heard about the “cedulas hipotecarias” or covered bonds. A “Covered Bond” is a financial product guaranteed by the whole mortgage…
Read articleFire in the Costa del Sol- How do I claim for losses and damages?
You may have heard about the terrible fire that affected the Costa del Sol last week. The fire started on August 30th at 7 pm…
Read articleSpanish Consulate in Edinburgh- Powers of attorney
I have received several phone calls in the last few weeks asking me whether it would be…
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