MURCIA PROPERTY NEWS

Common mistakes when choosing health insurance and how to avoid them Choosing health insurance is one of the most important decisions for ensuring wellbeing and peace of mind. However, many people make mistakes when taking out a policy that can result in less security when facing unforeseen circumstances.  .. 08/05/2026

Selling your home in Spain? These are the 5 legal pitfalls that could cost you thousands, and one easy solutionWhat every seller should know before putting a property on the market Selling a property is often seen as a straightforward process: find a buyer, agree a price and complete the sale. In reality, the legal side of selling can be full of potential pitfalls..

Start-to-finish, holistic support for foreigners moving to Spain from Gestoría Carvajal SolicitorsFrom buying a home to registering your car, you can get expert legal and administrative help when making the move to Spain in English, French and Dutch Relocating to Spain can be an exciting step, but it also involves a series of legal, administrative..

How to tackle the Non-lucrative Visa (NLV) application process and avoid common pitfallsFind out what to check before applying for the NLV so your documents don't get rejected For British people looking to live in Spain without working, the Non-lucrative Visa (NLV) is usually the main route to legal residency. It sounds simple.. 06/02/2026

Heniam visa seminar coming to a location near you: Where would you like to see the next one held?Make your voice heard and tell Heniam where you want them to come and hold their next visa seminar, jam-packed with information all about visas in Spain In autumn 2025, Heniam & Associates ran a visa seminar at Murcia’s famous La Manga Club.. 16/01/2026

8 common conveyancing problems and how to avoid themUnderstanding the potential pitfalls when buying or selling property can help prevent costly delays and disputes Buying or selling a property in Spain may seem straightforward, but the conveyancing process – the legal transfer of property ownership..

What is IBI property tax in Spain, how much is this council tax and do I have to pay it?Understanding this charge could save you money and is important to consider when buying a house IBI is one of the most important taxes in Spain and needs to be understood before investing in a property. In Alicante province it is often known..

Power of attorney: Because you never know when you might need someoneWhether you are buying a property, have health concerns or are simply making provisions for the future, a power of attorney could save you a great deal of time, money and aggravation It is hard to understate how useful it can be to grant a power.. 03/07/2025

The importance of conveyancing when buying or selling a home in SpainHere is why conveyancing services from a legal professional can benefit both sellers and buyers in a property transaction Navigating the Spanish property market can be a complex endeavour, especially for expats unfamiliar with local legal procedures.. 07/05/2025

Legal, administrative and property services for expats and foreign homeowners in Mazarrón and CamposolGestoría Carvajal provides expert support to make life in Spain simple and stress-free Gestoría Carvajal is a trusted name for expats and foreign homeowners in Murcia, offering a comprehensive range of legal, administrative and property.. 19/03/2025

Buying property in Spain: How expert conveyancing from Heniam makes the process easyGet professional guidance on conveyancing and legal paperwork when purchasing a home in Spain   For many English-speaking expats, owning a home in Spain is a lifelong dream. The sun, the lifestyle, the food – what’s not to love? But while..

Community of owners in Spain: The job and function of the president of the community of neighboursThis article details the roles of the president, and the means by which one becomes the head of the community of neighbours   The job of the president of the Community of Owners, or ‘Comunidad de Propietarios’, is an.. 02/12/2024

Accessibility in Spanish communities of owners: Legal right or ex-gratia concession?In Spain, there’s solid legal protection for those requiring work to be done to make their homes and communities more accessible An extensive study compiled in the last few years showed that, of the almost 10 million residential buildings.. 02/07/2024

Taxes you must pay in Spain when gifting a propertyBoth the donor and the beneficiary will have to pay some taxes in Spain Until recently, donating real estate to a relative or friend was a pretty unusual practice in Spain. In 2021, just 8,713 homes were gifted to loved ones, a drop in the ocean within..

When you have to ask permission from the Community of Owners to have work done on your house in SpainIf you want to make changes to your Spanish home, you may have to get permission from the ‘comunidad’ and Community Administrators first… Sometimes your villa or apartment in Spain needs a bit of a spruce up, so you think you&rsquo.. 15/11/2023

Community of owners: What to do if someone refuses to pay their community fees in SpainWhat should the board of members do when faced with late payments in communities of owners? In a community of owners in Spain, each member of the community or homeowner in the urbanisation or apartment block must pay a monthly stipend towards the running..

What is a Community of Owners in Spain? Explainer for expat homeownersUnderstanding the concept of the ‘Comunidad de Propietarios’ (Community of Owners) for Spanish homes and urbanisations In Spain, the concept of ‘Comunidad de Propietarios’, commonly known in English as a Community of Owners..

Everything you need to know before buying a second home at the beach in SpainAlmeria and Huelva identified as top coastal property investment areas by Pisos.com Most second and holiday homes in Spain are on or close to the coast. Studies carried out before the pandemic show that 70 per cent of summer residences are on the coast of..