Author: denieler
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Spain Rent Increase Rules in 2026: When Landlords Can Raise Rent and By How Much
When I explain Spain rent increase rules 2026 to other expats, I usually start with one point that saves the most confusion: a landlord in Spain cannot normally raise rent just because the market is hotter this year. In 2026, the legal answer depends on the contract date, the exact annual update clause, and whether…
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Spain Residency Fines in 2026: Compliance Checklist for Address Changes, TIE Updates and Renewals
Spain residency fines are usually not about dramatic raids or sudden policy shocks. In practice, they often start with ordinary admin drift: I move flats and leave my foreigner record unchanged, I let a renewal slide, or I work under conditions my permit does not actually cover. That is why I treat this topic as…
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How to Pass ITV for Your Car in Spain in 2026: Documents, Process and What to Expect
If I need to learn how to pass ITV for your car in Spain, I try to reduce it to three simple questions: what documents I need, what actually happens at the station, and what happens if the result is not favorable. For many expats, ITV sounds more intimidating than it really is. In practice,…
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Spain Non-Resident Property Tax 2026: What British and American Second-Home Owners Should Do Now
If I owned a holiday home in Spain right now, I would treat the latest Spain non resident property tax 2026 headlines as important, but not as permission to stop filing. On April 29, 2026, the European Commission sent Spain a reasoned opinion in infringement case INFR(2025)4007, escalating a dispute that started with a formal…
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Spain’s EUR 7 Billion Housing Plan in 2026: What It Means for Renters, Buyers and Expats
The Spain 7 billion housing plan is the biggest housing headline I have seen in Spain this year, but I do not think the headline alone tells me much. On April 21, 2026, the government approved a new Plan Estatal de Vivienda 2026-2030 worth EUR 7 billion, and my first reaction was simple: I wanted…
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Best Online Tools for IRPF in Spain in 2026
If I had to pick the best online tools for IRPF in Spain in 2026, I would not start with a private app. I would start with the official stack and only pay for extra help when my case becomes more complex. That sounds less exciting than a SaaS comparison, but after checking the live…
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How to Apply for Long-Term Residency in Spain in 2026: Documents, Fees and Timeline
If you are trying to understand how to apply for long-term residency in Spain, I would start with one simple question: have you already completed five years of legal and continuous residence here? If the answer is yes, this is usually the point where I stop thinking about yet another temporary renewal and start aiming…
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Spain Housing Fund 2026: What Renters and First-Time Buyers Need to Do Now
Spain housing fund headlines are everywhere in 2026, but most people I speak with still ask the same thing: “Can I actually get help as a renter or first-time buyer?” I wrote this guide to translate the policy language into practical actions. I focus on what is usable now, what is still policy intent, and…
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Spain’s Student Social Media Rules in 2026: What’s Law Now vs What May Change
The question I receive most from expat parents this month is simple: what is actually enforceable for students in Spain right now, and what is still a proposal. I wrote this guide to answer that directly. If you are searching for the social media age limit Spain students should follow, the key is to separate…
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Barcelona February Festivals 2026: A First-Timer Expat Guide to Santa Eulalia, Llum Barcelona, and Carnival
Barcelona February Festivals can feel intense the first time I try to plan them as an expat. The good news is that the core calendar is clear in 2026, and I can make it family-friendly without spending the entire weekend in queues. The three events most newcomers care about are Santa Eulalia festival, Llum Barcelona,…