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There are strict planning and building regulations in Spain and failure to comply can result in a hefty fine or, in extreme cases, your property may be demolished. These regulations do vary in each region and often from one town hall to another, so it is always best to consult a lawyer to guide you through the process.

When thinking about buying property in Spain and perhaps eventually retiring there, you should be aware of all the different taxes you will be liable for. Most will be familiar, such as income tax, capital gains and succession (inheritance) tax, although the rates and rules will be different from those in the UK. However, there is one tax which will seem an enigma to Britons as there is no corresponding tax in the UK – and that is Spanish wealth tax.

Spanish land grab law is a law that came into force in the Valencia region in 1994.

Looking for a Spanish mortgage? There are now may flexible solutions for people requiring a mortgage in Spain.

Once you have found a Spanish property to purchase, you’ll probably need to decide how to raise finance for it. There are an increasing number of sources of finance within the UK which are willing to lend against a foreign property.

On average, the cost of buying a property in Spain will be in the region of 10% to 15% of the purchase price depending on the complexity of the procedure and the area of Spain in which you are buying.

It is common practice for the buyer and seller to confirm the details of the purchase in a private contract, with the buyer putting down a non-refundable deposit of between 5% and 10% of the purchase price.

Before signing anything there are some important pieces of paper you and your lawyer should have a look at ..

You would use a lawyer in your home country when buying property and there is no reason why you should deviate from such common sense when buying property in Spain.

When you decide to buy property in Spain you will almost certainly contact a number of Spanish Estate Agents.

Property consultants Spain have, in the last 20 years, seen property prices rise faster than anywhere else in the world.

Spanish property investments are a wise option if you are not happy with your other financial investments. Do you want 100% profit within 24 months, zero capital gains liability. An investment opportunity in the fastest growing property market in Europe