Everything you need to know before you buy.
Practical guides on purchase costs, locations, taxation and investing. Written for Dutch buyers seriously considering property on the Costa del Sol.
Buying agent vs. estate agent in Spain: what is the difference?
In the Netherlands, an estate agent and a buying agent are two separate roles. In Spain the difference is even greater, and for international buyers it is often unclear. We explain how it works.
Costs of buying a house on the Costa del Sol: what you pay beyond the purchase price
Besides the purchase price, in Spain you pay transfer tax, notary, land registry and a lawyer. We set out all the additional costs with concrete percentages.
Applying for a NIE number from the Netherlands: how it works
The NIE is your Spanish tax number and is mandatory for every property purchase. We explain how to apply for it from the Netherlands, through a power of attorney, or in Spain.
Buying a house on the Costa del Sol: the complete guide for international buyers
From the NIE and financing to the reservation contract and the notary: this complete guide leads international buyers step by step through the buying process in Spain.
7 pitfalls when buying a property in Spain
From illegal extensions to outstanding debts on the property: these are the seven most common pitfalls when buying real estate in Spain, with concrete tips.
Buying new-build on the Costa del Sol: opportunities and risks
Buying new-build or off-plan on the Costa del Sol offers opportunities, but also risks. We explain the staged payments, bank guarantees and pitfalls clearly.
Buyer's agent in Spain: what does a buying adviser do and why is it worth it?
A buyer's agent in Spain acts solely on your behalf, not on behalf of the seller. We explain what buying guidance involves, how the purchase process works and what to look for when choosing.
Buying in Marbella: the location guide for international buyers
Marbella is not a single market but ten sub-markets. We explain per neighbourhood what you get, what it costs and who it suits, without the sales talk.
Nueva Andalucía: golf, privacy and a strong property market
Nueva Andalucía, the Golf Valley of Marbella, combines peace, golf and a strong property market. We discuss the neighbourhood, the prices and who it suits.
Rental yield in Marbella: what does your property earn in 2025?
What does a rental property in Marbella really earn? We work through the gross and net yield with realistic occupancy rates, costs, and seasonal rates.
Tax on a second home in Spain: what do you pay in the Netherlands and Spain?
A second home in Spain is taxed in two countries. We explain what you pay in Spain (IBI, non-resident tax) and how it works in box 3 in the Netherlands.
Investing in property on the Costa del Sol: a guide for international investors
Property on the Costa del Sol as an investment: this guide covers strategy, returns, financing and risk for international investors, backed by concrete figures.
Rental licence Costa del Sol: the rules and how to apply for one
Without a rental licence you may not let short-term to tourists in Andalusia. We explain the rules, the requirements for the property and how to apply for the permit.
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