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     Eye on Spain Newsletter 27 November 2007
   

Buenos dias

You may remember that a few months ago we mentioned that we were working on a community website model that communities could use for themselves, a sort of mini Eye on Spain but just for each urbanisation.  Well, I know it's late (sorry) but we've given it a huge push and it's nearly ready.  Here's a sneak preview of what you can expect....

Eye on Spain community website

It's essentially a website that any community can use.  We host it, maintain it, develop it and it doesn't cost the community anything.  The owners area has facilities for uploading minutes, documents, a forum for the owners, and loads more.  We will begin our beta testing with selected communities next week.  Once we are happy with it every community can then have its very own feature laden website.

More info to follow next week....

Now let's move on with today's articles:

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Getting Close To The Spanish
Last week we looked at the importance, and difficulty in making friends in Spain, particularly other expats.  Today Susan tells us what it's like making friends with the Spanish.
Read Susan's advice...


Watch The Video
Our friends at Sol Channel have made a great video on our article on making friends with the Spanish. Definitely worth watching.  NOTE:  If you want to put any of the Sol Channel videos on your own website then just click the "Embed" link under any of the videos.
Watch the video...


The Day the Don Juan Community Defeated Don Juan
That first community meeting can be quite a stressful occasion.  If the developer still owns several properties it can give him overall control.  That's why proxy votes are SO important, as David found out.
Read David's success story...


Why Buy On A Golf Resort?
Golf resorts in Spain have become increasingly popular over the years.  Sue gives potential buyers some advice on what to look for in a property if your intentions are to rent it out.
Read Sue's advice...



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Escape for Holiday Fun in Murcia Spain
La Manga is the ideal destination for a perfect and memorable holiday experience.  Peter Wilson tells us more about La Manga.
Read Peter's article...


Valencia Gears Up To Be The Province Of Choice For Brits In 2008
Articles about Valencia seem to be very popular at the moment, and for good reason.  With the America's Cup and Formula 1 making their way there it's truly a hot destination for property buyers.
Read Stewart's article...


Advice From Barclays
You can now sign up for help and advice on buying abroad and on overseas mortgages and receive their monthly newsletter packed full of advice and information on buying in, living in and moving to Spain.
Sign up for Barclays advice...


That's all for today. Enjoy the rest of the week and see you soon.

Un saludo

Justin Aldridge
www.eyeonspain.com



   
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Announcements:
No major announcements this week, we're just concentrating on getting the community website finished which is rather, hmm, hmmm, delayed!

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