Mark Carr, buyer’s agent, Barcelona, Spain.
Spain Advisors
I work with wonderful people helping them buy property in this fascinating city. I couldn’t ask for more.
LOOKING TO BUY PROPERTY IN OR NEAR BARCELONA? LET’S GO!
I’m an attorney from California, USA. I moved to Barcelona in 2000 and have been helping people buy property here since 2014. I’m your agent from making visits to signing the deed. It’s a personalized service – we work closely together to find and buy your ideal property. I refer mortgage banks and other services you may need. The safe streets, walk-everywhere lifestyle, sunny climate…it’s a great place to live. I’ve bought two apartments here myself. Let’s Go!
Mark, on the right, is assisting a client who is signing a property deed before a public notary in Barcelona.
I want to ensure the property is safe to buy at a good price. I negotiate the price, analyze the documents, draft the pre-sales contracts, and prepare the deed. You buy stress-free. Spain has some unusual ‘local’ rules and ‘fine print’ you should know about. We advise you not to sign a document until we review it. And some of the best deals are sold BEFORE they’re listed. We work with agents to find them.
In the video is an introduction to life in Barcelona and Spain Advisors.
Services
Mortgage
Step number 1. Spanish banks lend to foreigners. We take you to banks and/or recommend a mortgage broker. The bank wants proof of earnings, debts, and tax returns. Your monthly debt payments cannot exceed app. 35% of your monthly income. They grant up to 80% of either the purchase price or the property assessment. For a non-Spanish tax resident, the cap ranges from 50% to 70%. It’s negotiable.
Find the Property
Some of the best deals are sold before they are listed online. We network with owners and agents to find them first. We serve buyers with budgets from 150,000€ to 50,000,000€. All we need is your buying criteria and an email address.
Buy It
You found THE property, but it could be gone fast. Let’s reserve it in your name now. We’ll see the property, review its documentation, negotiate the price, and close the deal. Today. Then we manage the purchase from A to Z.
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Common Questions
Is 2026 a good time to buy a property in Barcelona?
As good as any. Demand for housing in Barcelona is constant and supply limited. I bought an apartment in the Clot neighborhood in March 2025 and I might buy another one in 2026. No sense waiting. If you buy right, it’s a solid investment. Prices remain competitive compared to similar European cities.
Can you help me get a mortgage?
Yes, we can refer you to banks in Barcelona and accompany you to the initial meeting. You can get their documentary requirements and terms. We can also recommend a mortgage broker if you need one. As of 2026, interest rates on mortgages range from 2.5% to 4% fixed for up to 30 years. Not bad.
How do I know if the online property price is fair?
The only way is to visit properties and compare them. There is no public record of recently sold properties or a standard market price. Sellers just pick a number and hope for the best. Negotiating is necessary. Sometimes the listed price does not include the agent’s fee.
Do I need legal advice to buy property in Barcelona?
It’s up to you. You’re buying in a foreign country with some unusual ‘home’ rules that you should be aware of. The documents and contracts are in Spanish. Most of our Google Reviews say it saves time, stress, and sometimes money, as we have experience negotiating down the price. The real estate agent might offer to represent you, but they already represent, and are paid by, the seller. Same agents charge the buy a fee as well.
For some advice, check our articles
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