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Maybe it’s been a lifelong dream, or perhaps it’s a recent idea: you want to buy a house in Spain. A great choice, but how do you go about it? With our step-by-step guide to buy property in Spain, we’ll help you get started.
Searching online is often the first step, but it can also be overwhelming and lead to even more questions. No worries! We’re here to share our top 10 tips to help you find your dream home in Spain.
10-Step Guide to buy a house in Spain
1. Check your finances
The budget you are willing or able to spend is all-important. It affects the wishes you may have and location you can choose. Check beforehand if you need financing to buy a house in Spain and also think about the buyer’s fees which in Spain are about 11-15%.
6. Plan your visit
Schedule viewings? Plan dates for your visit in coordination. Spain has many holidays and weekends are sacred to many Spaniards, so consider that too! Also, check finances again so you are ready for any reservation deposits.
2. Specify your needs
Carefully consider why you want to buy a house in Spain and what is important to you. Do you prefer a new build or a fixer-upper? What about privacy, views, distance to the beach or city, maintenance-free living, or having a piece of land? Identify your non-negotiable requirements and what falls under the category of ‘nice to have’.
3. Choose your location
Spain has a diversity of beautiful places and regions. Depending on climate, accessibility and purpose, decide what is the best location for you. Definitely go on an orientation trip if you’ve never been somewhere before! You can change a house, you cannot change a location.
7. Go on viewings
Ready to buy? Then it’s finally time to view houses! Together with the buying agent, the viewing list is drawn up. You choose the houses you definitely want to see. Avoid a too full program, be selective! Check your criteria and be open to suggestions.
8. Have everything checked by a lawyer
To ensure a worry-free property sale, we always recommend that the legal side of the sale is carried out by an independent lawyer in Spain. The lawyer will check the legal conditions and makes sure that your Spanish dream does not end up as a nightmare.
4. View and compare
Try to picture your dream home, which will make it come alive. For this we can send you preliminary suggestions based on your wishes and budget, to give you an idea of what you can buy in Spain.
5. Involve an expert
Because the market in Spain works differently, it’s smart to let a buying agent guide you through the entire process. This way you will be completely unburdened – and at no extra cost! This is possible from step 1, but with your wishes clearly outlined, you’ll be even more confident going into the conversation.
9. Get to know our trusted network
To ensure a worry-free property sale, we always recommend that the legal side of the sale is carried out by an independent lawyer in Spain. The lawyer will check the legal conditions and makes sure that your Spanish dream does not end up as a nightmare.
10. Enjoy!
Congratulations, if you have successfully completed all the steps, you have found your dream property. It’s time to start enjoying your place under the sun without worries. Live your dream in Spain!
Assistance with the Step-by-Step Guide to buy a property in Spain
It’s good to know that a roadmap to buy a house in Spain is very personal, but with these 10 tips, you’ll have a clear idea of what to expect.
At each step of the buying process, we can assist you if desired. Would you like to discuss your personal plan with us? Feel free to contact us, and we’ll get started!
