Buyers Guide
When purchasing a property in Spain, it is essential to get your budget set out and clear. Please note that, in addition to the property purchase price, there are typically fees of 10-13% for the Notary, Land Registry, and legals. If a Mortgage is required, an additional 2% of the amount loaned is to be considered.
- Once the offer has been accepted by the vendor, a refundable reservation fee of €5,000 is paid by the buyer to either the seller’s agent or the buyer’s solicitor.
- Once this is paid, the property will be removed from the market.
- Once the buyer is satisfied with the legal checks, a private purchase contract is drawn up between the buyer and the seller and a 10% deposit is paid to the seller.
- Once the buyer is satisfied with the legal checks, a private purchase contract is drawn up between the buyer and the seller and a 10% deposit is paid to the seller.
For the completion on the transaction, the buyer’s solicitor will arrange a date with the Notary. If everything is in order both parties sign the Escritura (Property Deeds). If for any reason the buyer is unable to attend the Notary, Power of Attorney can be arranged to be granted enabling another person to attend on behalf of the buyer.
Aspects to take into account when buying a property in Spain
Anyone purchasing a property in Spain is required to open a Spanish bank account. This can be done in a matter of hours. All that is required is a valid passport and a deposit in the bank account. However, in order to open a bank account a NIE number is required. This is a tax identification number and is required by law.
Our professional real estate agents in Moraira can help you to organise and present all the necessary documentation to ensure that the buying and selling process is carried out in the safest possible way.
Once your property in Spain is operational, there will be annual running costs to consider. These include:
- IBI: This is essentially the Spanish equivalent of the UK Council Tax and is significantly cheaper. It depends on the location of the property
- Community Fees. This is usually between €600-1200 PA
- Utility Charges - Depending on rates and charges
- Property Insurance
