The TOTAL Cost of Buying Property in Barcelona

The TOTAL Cost of Buying Property in Barcelona

The Total Cost for buying a Property in Barcelona? This post outlines the Buyer’s TOTAL COST for buying and owning property in Barcelona. As of Oct. 2019, the mortgage bank must pay the closing costs incurred by the mortgage. A. Property’s Extra Costs The Buyer must...
The Arras Contract in Spain

The Arras Contract in Spain

The Arras Contract in Spain is a “pre-purchase” contract containing essential terms of a property purchase agreement. Usually, the real estate agent has an arras contract template. However, these are usually drafted in favor of the seller. You can use them, but be...
Spain’s Golden Visa

Spain’s Golden Visa

Spain started issuing the Golden Visas in 2013 to attract foreign (non-EU) property buyers. It’s also called the Investor Visa. A. Requirements for the Golden Visa in Spain: You must: Purchase property(s) that cost 500,000€ or more. See here for the property’s total...
Hire a Buyer’s Agent in Barcelona

Hire a Buyer’s Agent in Barcelona

Foreigners buying property in Spain contend with real estate agents, property documents and mortgage contracts usually written in Spanish. It’s challenging, and it can also be a complicated and overwhelming process. They might need some help. This article will explain...
Okupas in Barcelona: Homeless or Squatters? A True Story

Okupas in Barcelona: Homeless or Squatters? A True Story

The word “Okupas” or “Squatters” is the most severe threat for investors who seek to buy a flat in Spain. Besides investors, property owners, especially in Catalonia, are about to face this problem. But how can it be possible? How can you prevent your house from...