Tag: buying property in Spain
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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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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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Where Foreigners Bought Property in Spain in 2025 (and What It Means for 2026)
Spain’s 2025 property market stayed heavily concentrated in a small set of foreign-buyer hotspots, but the most useful way to read that demand is by separating three things: where overseas buyers accounted for the biggest share of purchases, how prices behaved going into 2026, and which residency and affordability constraints now shape the decision. Using…
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Property Prices in Spain: 2026 Guide With Regional Data and Buying Costs
Property prices in Spain are still moving up in 2026, but the useful way to read the market is to separate official transaction trends from current asking-price snapshots. The latest official INE Housing Price Index for Q4 2025, published on March 6, 2026, showed annual growth of 12.9% nationwide, with used homes up 13.1% and…
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Implications of the Spain Golden Visa Ending in 2025 for Expats
The online forums are buzzing, and the reality of the Spain golden visa ending in 2025 is creating a palpable sense of urgency. Questions like, “What do the 2025 Spain visa changes mean for me?” are echoing through the digital space. Having lived in Spain for some time, I can feel the rising uncertainty among those who’ve…
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Buying Property in Spain: Guide for Future Homeowners
Ever since my first visit to Spain, I’ve been captivated by its charm—the vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and welcoming communities. It’s no surprise that countless expats, like myself, envision buying property in Spain as the perfect way to call this beautiful country home. The allure of its sun-kissed beaches, historic cities, and delicious cuisine can…