I founded CostaLuz Lawyers in 2006 with the idea of attracting property investment to the Costa de la Luz in southern Spain and help English-speaking foreigners buying property to retire to, live in or spend holidays in Spain.
My founding principle was to help foreigners understand how Spanish law works and get the best possible outcome for their interests. This mission now forms one of the pillars of CostaLuz Lawyers.
Setting up and running a company in Spain involves certain expenses. As well as start-up costs, you will also be liable for annual payments such as taxes on economic activities, …
Guide to the costs of setting up and running a company in Spain Read More
Good news arrived for sellers of properties in Spain in the form of the established value valid for calculating capital gains tax. As of 1 July this year, the Spanish …
Spanish Tax Office rules house price is valid for seller’s capital gains tax Read More
In November 2022, the Spanish parliament approved the special digital nomad visa and fiscal regime for startups via a new law to come into effect in January 2023. The proposed …
A new law introduced on 19 October allows business owners to set up a Spanish company with just €1 capital behind it. The measure comes into play in the bid …
Now you set up a Spanish company with just €1 capital Read More
The regional government continues to bring down taxes this year and the latest announcement provides potential tax relief for thousands of residents. Income tax in Andalucia in certain earnings brackets …
The regional government has announced the end of wealth tax in Andalucia as of the 2023 tax year. The measure is designed to attract new wealthy residents to the region. …
The Spanish government has just implemented changes in the bankruptcy law. They aim to benefit numerous small and medium enterprises and self-employed individuals experiencing financial difficulties. The latest changes give …
Changes in Bankruptcy Law to Benefit Small Businesses and the Self-Employed Read More
As is the case in most countries, Spanish law regulates additions and modifications to façades, protecting the rights of owners and neighbours. As a result, you cannot simply open up …
Your Rights to Lights and Views From and Onto Your Property Read More
Spain recently revised its employment law and some of the changes affect long-term visas in Spain, particularly those for employment. The changes come into effect from 16 August and will …
