Legal & Legality

The New Build Declaration (or Declaración de Obra Nueva) is an essential procedure in the real estate sector that allows the construction of a building or dwelling to be formalised in the Property Registry, putting everything in legal order. This process is important not only for the construction of new homes, but also for large, major renovations and/or extensions. In this article, we explain exactly what it entails, why you need it and when to apply for it.

You have found your dream home in Spain? Fantastic, congratulations! But before you receive the keys, you will have to go through an exciting process. In this blog we will give you a brief overview of the purchasing process so that you know what to expect and are well prepared. Although each process can be unique, the general outline usually remains the same.

Living in a property in Spain that is part of a community, such as a bungalow, apartment or villa, has both advantages and obligations. It offers access to shared facilities and a well-organised environment, but also comes with community fees, rules and responsibilities. It is important to understand how these communities work before you buy this type of home, so that you are not faced with any surprises later on.

In Spain, squatting is one of the biggest annoyances for homeowners, next to tenants not making their payments. Squatters sometimes see their occupation as a protest or a way to fight against the system, but often it is simply abusing loopholes in the law. For homeowners, it is mostly a source of frustration, loss and legal complications. Especially for people who have worked hard to buy their own property or have their holiday home abroad, occupation by squatters can be the nightmare you would

If you are planning to buy a house in Spain, it is good to know what the Property Register is and why it is so important. This is because this register plays a crucial role in ensuring legal certainty when buying property and it helps you avoid running into legal problems.

You've found your dream home, spent the first night there and you're in the kitchen getting breakfast ready to enjoy it on the terrace in the sunshine..... and there's no hot water coming from the tap. On closer inspection, it turns out that the kitchen boiler is completely rusted. Hidden defect! Or is it not....?