Is it now a good time to buy a house in Spain? How will the pandemic affect house prices in Spain? How is the property market developing in Spain and is now a good moment to invest in a house in Spain? Many people dream of buying a house in Spain and especially in this time the demand is undiminished. This immediately raises the question: is now the right time? There are many factors that determine what...

You have found your dream home, what now? We are regularly asked whether hiring a lawyer is really necessary. The notary checks everything, right? You might think: 'if that is the case, then we don't need a lawyer to save costs, do we?' Let's help you out of your dream right away, because a lawyer is indispensable in Spain when buying a house. We are happy to tell you why! Notary versus lawyer Where the...

Looking to experience the best parties in Spain? There are so many to choose from! But which are the main parties that you can't afford to miss? We've made a list of the top ten major party events in all of Spain to help make it easier for you. This list is not exhaustive and it's in no particular order. Partying and Spain is inextricably linked, so our list could be endless! Spain: the land of fiestas...

Is it in the sun and the climate? The paella or fresh fish? Or just the relaxed living environment? Spain was officially declared the healthiest country in the world last year! Especially at this time of year, the weather differences with the Netherlands and Belgium are quite large. Where it currently looks like autumn in the north of Europe with a lot of wind and wet, here in Spain we are already...

If you hope to buy a property on the Costa del Sol, then you at least have a wide choice. From an old finca in the interior of Andalusia to a modern and sleek apartment on the coast and everything in between. At Spanish Dream Houses we are not only happy to help you in the search for your ideal home, but also the right location. There is a great diversity of places and regions, all of which fall under the...

At Dream Properties International we are not only happy to help you in the search for your ideal home, but also when you want to sell your house. On our website you will find an extensive step-by-step plan for selling a property in Spain. We would like to take a closer look at a number of matters, such as promotion during the sale of your house and additional financial matters. Because in addition to the...

No matter where you chose to live, there's no avoiding all of the necessary paperwork when buying your dream home. Taking out insurance in Spain is part of that. For example, you must apply for a mortgage and arrange a NIE number in good time. But then the picture is not quite complete. Because it is also necessary to insure your home and your contents. And don't forget your own health insurance and car...

On our website, we mention on various pages (such as the purchase process in Spain and buying a property in Spain), that it's wise to engage a property lawyer. This specialist checks the (provisional) purchase contract whether everything is correct from a legal point of view. But suppose: you are already a specialist in this field and the Spanish language does not cost you any effort, is it still necessary...

If you are going to buy a property in Spain, you will also have to deal with a number of things that you have to arrange. We are happy to tell you more about this and will guide you through every phase. One of the things you need to arrange as soon as possible is the NIE number. You can compare this with the citizen service number (BSN) and you need it when you pass the deed at the notary and the transfer...

New construction in Spain; the choice is huge! A finca, a Spanish-style apartment or perhaps a modern villa? The range of properties in Spain is huge and we notice that many people opt for new construction when purchasing a property in Spain, despite the charms of the many Spanish fincas. And not with no reason, because it is of course wonderful to be the first owner of a house under the Spanish sun. If...