Energy-efficiency certificates for Spanish homes explained
Fri, 04 Oct 2024 14:51:39
ANYONE who has let out or sold their property in recent years will have gone through the process of obtaining an energy-efficiency certificate – and, if you're planning to sell yours or rent it, you need to know what is involved.
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Euribor could drop to 2.5% next year as Spain drives economic growth in bloc
Thu, 26 Sep 2024 14:20:36
INTEREST rates in the Eurozone could fall to 2.5% next year, having closed August 2024 on 3.75%, according to latest research.
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Spain's Paralympians smash medal record at Paris 2024
Sun, 08 Sep 2024 21:52:31
AS THE 2024 Paralympic Games comes to a close, Team Spain has smashed its own record medal-count and broken the 40 barrier for the first time.
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Homeowner funds for replacing air-conditioning units 'offered in some regions'
Fri, 23 Aug 2024 06:27:14
GRANTS of up to €250 are available this year for replacing older air-conditioning units in a bid to encourage greater energy efficiency.
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House price rises 'treble national average' in Spain's islands
Fri, 16 Aug 2024 05:06:45
RESIDENTIAL property prices rose again in July outside of Spain's major cities, with homes for sale on the islands now breaking post-recession records.
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Mortgage applications increase for first time in two years as home prices soar
Wed, 31 Jul 2024 16:39:16
DEMAND for mortgages to buy a home has begun to rise for the first time since 2022, despite rates being at their highest levels in nearly a decade.
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Records Spain broke with its Euro win...and other fun facts about La Roja
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 07:14:43
SPAIN'S last-minute win against England in the 2024 UEFA Euros comes on the 60th anniversary of the country's first-ever title in the much-followed competition – and has broken numerous records, too.
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'Second chance' for homebuyers to apply for income tax deduction
Fri, 31 May 2024 13:49:44
RESIDENTS in Spain who bought a new home before 2013 may still be able to offset the purchase against their annual tax return, if they have not done so already.
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BBVA begins merger talks with Banco Sabadell
Fri, 03 May 2024 13:23:23
TWO of Spain's largest high-street banks are reported to be in merger talks, potentially resulting in the joint entity being the second-biggest in the country in terms of share capital.
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Holiday plans for 2024: Up to €1,500, staycations or Europe, and DIY bookings most popular
Sat, 06 Apr 2024 05:47:03
THE average Spanish resident will spend between €500 and €1,500 on their holidays this year, with three in 10 set to increase their budget from last year and 16% reducing it.
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Express rail fares slashed by 40% through increase in competition
Thu, 04 Apr 2024 05:35:33
HIGH-SPEED rail services between Spain's largest two cities and France have been snapped up by half a million passengers in less than nine months, reveals the transport board.
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Spain's post office launches nationwide luggage locker service
Tue, 02 Apr 2024 05:27:06
SPAIN'S State post office has launched a new solution for passing travellers who do not want to lug their suitcases around: Lockers for bags are now provided, with prices depending upon weight.
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Orange-MásMóvil merger confirmed
Sun, 31 Mar 2024 23:21:54
A MERGER between two key telecommunications providers has now been finalised – Orange and MásMóvil will operate as a single company from April onwards.
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New childcare support law for Spain: An overview
Mon, 18 Mar 2024 07:00:22
GREATER practical and financial help for parents is on the cards now that a new 'family law' has passed its second reading in the Council of Ministers, with extended maternity and paternity pay, protected time off for childcare, tax rebates, and a revised definition of households eligible for extra support.
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How to get the best out of Valencia's Fallas festival, according to the experts
Sat, 16 Mar 2024 05:02:54
IF YOU'RE in the Comunidad Valenciana any time between now and the early hours of March 20, you may notice an awful lot of noise and colour on the streets. It's the season for the region's biggest festival, the Fallas – and it's anything but quiet.
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Set sail for Barcelona
Thu, 10 Oct 2024 19:59:28 +0000
Ahoy! The Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup weighs anchor in Barcelona this month Barcelona is used to hosting glamorous events but this autumn the city is in for something really special. The Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup, the prestige sailing event held every four years, has come to town. As current holders of the cup, […] The post Set sail for Barcelona appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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Spanish Supreme Court empowers Homeowners’ Associations to ban tourist rentals in their communities
Wed, 09 Oct 2024 09:27:34 +0000
This briefing analyses a landmark ruling by Spain’s Supreme Court, granting residents’ associations the power to prohibit holiday homes within their buildings. The decision aims to address the proliferation of tourist rentals and their impact on residential communities, particularly in tourist hotspots like Malaga. Most Important Points: According to the ruling, published here, “The development […] The post Spanish Supreme Court empowers Homeowners’ Associations to ban tourist rentals in their communities appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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Pound euro exchange rate tumbles as BoE Governor hints at ‘aggressive’ rate cuts
Sun, 06 Oct 2024 10:02:38 +0000
The pound euro exchange rate fell off a cliff this week, with the pairing plummeting over 1% in response to comments from Bank of England (BoE) Governor Andrew Bailey. Pound nosedives on BoE Bailey comments The pound euro exchange rate opened this week’s session on strong footing, with the pairing soaring to a fresh 29-month […] The post Pound euro exchange rate tumbles as BoE Governor hints at ‘aggressive’ rate cuts appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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Spain offers exceptional value in global prime property market, reports show
Sun, 06 Oct 2024 10:01:43 +0000
Two new reports on prime property prices in major cities and resorts across Europe and beyond highlight that Spain remains a highly affordable option compared to international standards. Leading international real estate agencies Knight Frank and Savills, both specialising in prime real estate markets, have published reports indicating that Spain offers some of the most […] The post Spain offers exceptional value in global prime property market, reports show appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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Foreign-buyer boom continues in first half
Sun, 06 Oct 2024 09:10:53 +0000
The Spanish property market saw near-record levels of foreign buyer activity in the first half of 2024, according to the latest data released by the Housing Ministry. During this period, the number of property transactions involving foreign buyers rose by 1.2% year-on-year, reaching a total of 64,735 sales, as recorded by Spanish notaries. This marks […] The post Foreign-buyer boom continues in first half appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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Gentrification is a dirty word in Spain, but urban decay is worse
Sat, 05 Oct 2024 09:05:22 +0000
Urban renewal known as gentrification that leads to higher housing costs has winners and losers but everyone in Spain seems to agree that it’s a bad thing, conveniently forgetting that urban decay is often the alternative. Gentrification, or gentrificación in Spanish, is a contentious topic in urban discussions. It refers to the process by which […] The post Gentrification is a dirty word in Spain, but urban decay is worse appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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Digital Nomad Visa explained (tax-free visa)
Fri, 04 Oct 2024 19:48:22 +0000
Raymundo Larrain reviews Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa, a new type of visa which allows its privileged holders to pay no tax in Spain on income and assets abroad. The DNV is all about paying no tax. Amanda busy at work from her new Marbella office By Raymundo Larraín Nesbitt Director of Larraín Nesbitt Abogados 8th […] The post Digital Nomad Visa explained (tax-free visa) appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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Pound euro exchange rate storms to 29-month high
Fri, 27 Sep 2024 10:23:35 +0000
The pound euro exchange rate was catapulted to its highest level since April 2022 this week, following some alarming Eurozone data. Euro plummets on abysmal PMIs The pound euro exchange rate got off to a roaring start this week, as EUR investors were spooked by the Eurozone’s weaker-than-expected PMI figures. The euro plummeted as September’s […] The post Pound euro exchange rate storms to 29-month high appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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HEADS UP: Mallorca property market report update
Fri, 27 Sep 2024 10:19:54 +0000
Find out how the property market in Mallorca and the Balearics performed in the first six months of the year in this new report from Engel & Völkers Mallorca Engel & Völkers Mallorca publish property market reports in collaboration with Spanish Property Insight, who provide all the data analysis for the reports. Along with the […] The post HEADS UP: Mallorca property market report update appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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A brief history of rent controls in Spain
Fri, 27 Sep 2024 10:08:46 +0000
Spain has brought back rent controls that led to a rental-housing shortage the last time they were tried under the dictatorship of General Franco, which is why the democratically-elected socialist government after Franco got rid of them. Here’s a brief history of rent controls in Spain. Today’s Socialist-led government under Pedro Sanchéz has reintroduced rent […] The post A brief history of rent controls in Spain appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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