Category: Property market

April 3rd is an important date for property owners in Spain, among whom there are a growing number of Poles. This is because significant changes to the law came into force today. They concern, among other things, ‘okupas’, or the illegal occupation of property without the consent of the owners. This does not actually occur… Continue reading New regulations tighten the fight against “ransomware”. They also apply to holiday rentals and “golden visas”

“The golden visa”, or residence permit for investors, has been an important element of Spanish policy for years. This is because it allowed foreigners to obtain the right to stay in exchange for investment in the Iberian Peninsula. However, the Spanish government has announced a plan to abolish this programme.

The 3rd of April is a very important date for all property owners and future buyers in Spain. On this day, new regulations came into force that will effectively fight the ‘okupas’. You can read about exactly what will change in the regulations in the latest study prepared by the Martinez-Echevarría law firm in Marbella.

New regulations governing short-term rentals in Spain came into force on 3 April 2025. They are intended to increase the control of housing associations over such activities. The changes could significantly affect the property market, especially in tourist regions.

The topic of ‘okupas’ (squatters) regularly appears in the media and is commonly associated with Spain. Many myths have also arisen on the topic, despite the fact that the laws on the Iberian Peninsula regulate and sanction the illegal occupation of properties. At the beginning of April, an amendment came into force that provides additional… Continue reading Malaga and Costa del Sol safe from “ransomas” [LATEST DATA]

Spanish banks are offering increasingly attractive terms, so taking out a mortgage to buy a property is a favourable solution in the absence of all the financing – also for Poles, who have recorded another record of buying houses and flats on the Iberian Peninsula.

The Spanish property market has long been considered one of the most stable – both in terms of price dynamics and location-based factors. The very good economic situation on the Iberian Peninsula also has a significant impact on its attractiveness for investors.

The balance of 2024 performed by Polish investors is 4213 houses and flats purchased in Spain, according to the latest data from the Registradores de España. This represents a result more than 35% higher than that achieved in the hitherto record-breaking year 2023. – when Poles purchased 3118 properties on the Iberian Peninsula.

The Spanish property market is currently in a dynamic phase, with the latest figures showing that 13% of properties sold through the Idealista platform in the third quarter of 2024 found buyers in… less than a week. What is the reason for this? Express sales are on the rise Over the last few years, the… Continue reading The Iberian property market is not slowing down

According to the Knight Frank European Lifestyle Report 2024, Spain stands out as one of the most attractive luxury property markets in Europe. The report pays particular attention to Marbella, which ranks high on the list of most desirable locations.

Buying property abroad is increasingly ceasing to be a dream and is becoming a reality. It is no exaggeration to say that Poles are even conquering Spain, ranking just behind the podium of foreign buyers of houses and flats in Q3 2024. However, it is worth remembering what pitfalls to avoid when looking for your… Continue reading A house or flat abroad: how to make your dreams come true and avoid the pitfalls? [INTERVIEW]

The seizure of property without the owner’s consent, known as ‘ransomas’, is one of the myths of the Spanish property market. The phenomenon does exist, but its scale is diminishing, as confirmed by data from the Ministry of the Interior. In turn, protection against ‘ransomas’ will increase thanks to the new legislation.