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Buying a property in Spain can seem complicated at first. Many international buyers ask the same question: how can I buy a property in Spain safely and without any surprises? Having lived on the Costa del Sol for many years and helped clients purchase homes here, I can confirm that the process is actually very straightforward. Yes, I have seen properties with illegal pools, additional rooms and even...

At Costa Prime Realty, I speak with many buyers every day, and every day I answer the same question: 'What are the property taxes?' Well, it depends on the property. There is VAT for new properties, ITP for second-hand properties, AJD for new properties, capital gains tax on property resale, and even wealth tax or income tax on short- or long-term rentals. It also depends on whether you are an EU, non-EU...