In the bid to become one of the world’s most attractive countries for startups, Spain has introduced draft legislation. It aims to put Spain on the map for the new …
Your guide to new legislation for startups in Spain Read More
Given the over-development on many coastlines in Spain, you might be surprised to discover that there’s a Coastal Law (Ley de Costas in Spanish) in place. It has strict regulations …
Buying a property in Spain affected by the Coastal Law Read More
When you buy a new-build property in Spain, you automatically become a beneficiary of insurance against defects in construction. Depending on the type of fault, the insurance policy lasts from …
Guide to building insurance for new builds in Spain Read More
Exequatur is an area of law that affects all foreign residents in Spain who are subject to court rulings in their home country. For British citizens, it is yet another …
Exequatur in Spain of UK civil and trade court sentences Read More
You may be aware that under Spanish law, a contract may contain any clause as long as it’s legal and both parties have agreed to it. The first condition is …
How to avoid abusive clauses in your Spanish property rental contract Read More
Wealth tax (impuesto de patrimonio) is a Spanish tax that, instead of taxing income or expenditure, taxes people’s possessions. This is a tax that takes many foreigners by surprise as …
Buying a luxury property in Spain? Don’t get caught out by wealth tax Read More
With the European Union’s working-age population set to drop from 333 million in 2016 to 292 million by 2070, MEPs have moved this month to approve changes to the Blue Card …
New rules for the EU’s Blue Card make it easier to attract highly-skilled foreign workers Read More
The Andalusian autonomous community has recently simplified a major administrative procedure that certifies whether construction is fit to be used as a dwelling. The declaración responsable (responsibility declaration) is now in …
New process allows faster occupation of new builds in Andalucía Read More
You have a property in Spain and you need money to cover an unexpected cost. So, you’ve started renting out your property as a holiday home, advertising it on two …
