Costa de la Luz Property & Real Estate

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Spanish real estate is a complex area, so before you get in contact with local realtors or real estate agents who have property for sale on the Costa de la Luz you may find it helpful to get to grips with what's involved in purchasing property in Spain.

Information on the taxes due in the event of a gain on the sale of a property in Spain: the rates that will apply, as well as information on circumstance for reliefs or allowances. This information is relevant for both Spanish residents and non-residents

When reading the property classifieds looking for a house or apartment to buy or to rent, some terms may be unfamiliar - here are English translations of the key Spanish real estate words and phrases.

Information directly from the European Union on the practical aspects of moving to Spain: residency, moving cars, money, pets, finding a home, finding a school and more.

Information on how best to make your money work for you when buying overseas property in a foreign currency: how market fluctuations can affect the price you pay, and how to protect your finances during the currency transfer.

The process of applying for building permission for a rural or urban, new-build or renovation building project in Spain and on the Costa de la Luz. Information on what you need, where to go and how to proceed with your building project.

A reminder of the organisations, utility and service providers and other companies you may need to contact if you are moving house in Spain - whether moving to another province, a different "Town Hall" or just around the corner.

Looking to rent out your house, flat, villa or apartment? Post your message in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

Looking to sell your house, flat, villa or apartment? Post your message in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

The facts you need to know about renting a house or apartment in Spain: the contract, the deposit, the lease and the legal obligations of the landlord and the tenant.

Moving in? Information on the essential services in Italy and how to get them connected to your home or office in the Costa de la Luz. Who to call and what paperwork to have handy in order to get your electricity, water and gas.

Information on changes to the Spanish tax system in 2007: the new Income Tax Act and the Tax Fraud Prevention Act of 2007 and the impact they have on non-resident foreigners looking to buy property in Spain.

When searching the property classifieds for a house or apartment to buy or rent, some terms may be unfamiliar - here are English translations of the key Spanish real estate words and phrases.