Services · Buying guidance
Buy on the Costa del Sol with confidence
From your first search to the notarial transfer, we're by your side. We listen to your wishes, select the right properties, plan viewings, and negotiate sharply on your behalf. So you buy with clarity and no surprises.
How it works
Your purchase, step by step
Orientation
We start with a clear conversation about your wishes, budget, and goal: personal use, rental, or investment. We name the additional costs right away, so you calculate with a realistic total budget.
Property selection and viewings
We put together a targeted selection and view properties with you. We point out construction quality, location, service charges, and future value, even when that means advising against a property.
Negotiation
We negotiate price and terms on your behalf, with knowledge of the local market and recent transactions. We record agreements in the reservation and purchase contract, explained in your own language.
Legal, fiscal, and notarial transfer
Independent lawyers and tax specialists from our network check ownership, permits, and charges. We're present at the notary and explain what you're signing.
What you get
What we pay attention to
Targeted selection
Only properties that fit your wishes, budget, and plans. No endless lists, just the right options.
Sharp negotiation
We negotiate price and terms on your behalf, with knowledge of the local market and current asking prices.
Legal certainty
We bring in independent lawyers and tax specialists, so the purchase is watertight and the costs are clear up front.
Deeper dive
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Legal & tax support
Buying a property in Spain involves legal and fiscal aspects that often differ from what you're used to. We work with trusted local specialists, such as lawyers and tax advisors, who guide you through your NIE application, contracts, ownership checks, and tax matters. So you know exactly what's happening and what you're signing.
More on this topic →Financing & mortgage advice
Looking to finance a property in Spain? We help you gain insight into your options and connect you with trusted parties specialised in mortgages for foreign buyers. From the first calculation to final approval, we guide you through the entire process.
More on this topic →Costs
Costs of buying a property in Spain
In Andalusia, total buyer's costs average between 9% and 14%. This consists of taxes, notary fees, registration costs, and legal guidance. We give you a clear overview of all costs up front, so you're never caught by surprise.
New-build properties
For new build, 10% VAT (IVA) applies to the purchase price. Additional costs apply for registration, notary fees, and legal guidance.
- 10% VAT (IVA)
- ± 1.2% registration costs (first registration of ownership)
- ± 1% notary and land registry fees
- ± 1% legal fees
Total: roughly 13 to 14% of the purchase price.
Resale properties
For resale properties you pay transfer tax (ITP) instead of VAT. In Andalusia this is 7% of the purchase price, plus notary and legal costs.
- 7% transfer tax (ITP)
- ± 1% notary and land registry fees
- ± 1% legal fees
Total: roughly 9 to 10% of the purchase price.
Our buying guidance is free for you as a buyer. We're compensated by the selling party.
Investing in Spain
For many buyers, investing in property in Spain isn't just a lifestyle choice, it's also a strategic investment. The Costa del Sol is one of Spain's most stable and popular property markets. Many buyers invest here not just for personal use, but also for return and long-term growth. We advise you on opportunities, risks, and the best strategy for your situation.
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What you can expect from us
- Personal guidance in your own language, from the first question to well after completion.
- All costs on the table up front: taxes, notary, legal support, and the annual charges.
- Honest about the risks. If a property or a price doesn't add up, we say so.
Who this service is for
- Buyers purchasing in Spain for the first time.
- Investors who want the numbers and the rules checked in advance.
- Buyers searching from a distance who don't want to comb the market themselves.