With the introduction of the European Pet Passport Scheme and easing up of the EC regulations regarding quarantine, it is now relatively easy to bring cats and dogs to and from Spain. As long as certain conditions are met (see list below) you can bring your cat or dog with you to visit Spain for the short or long term.

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.

Many Britons are taking early retirement and moving to Spain. But for those expatriates aged around 50 plus, Spain can turn into a disaster if illness strikes and you are unprepared.

Looking for Spanish property insurance? - Intasure's property insurance is designed for UK-based owners of homes in Spain.

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This year humans will generate around 26 billion metric tons of excess carbon dioxide (CO2) – that’s 4.3 tons per person. All that extra CO2 precipitates global warming and leads to severe human and animal respiratory problems.

What is living in Spain like? We asked 2 British expats about their experiences and here is what they had to say.

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

An on foot Spanish property search can be time-consuming, frustrating and ultimately unsuccessful.

A handy list of the major Spanish terms involved when buying a property.

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.