Buying off-plan on the Costa Blanca: guarantees and snagging
Buying off-plan on the Costa Blanca? How bank guarantees under Ley 38/1999 work, stage payments, IVA and AJD, snagging and warranties. Get local advice.
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Costs, taxes, NIE, mortgages and the legal steps — explained by locals.
Buying property in Spain as a foreigner: step-by-step guide
Buying property in Spain as a foreigner: NIE, bank account, lawyer, reservation, arras, notary and land registry explained step by step. Ask us for advice.
Read more →Holiday rental licence in the Comunitat Valenciana (2026 rules)
Tourist licence rules for Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa: Decreto-ley 9/2024, municipal report, community vote, NRUA status and taxes. Ask us before you buy.
Read more →Mortgage in Spain for non-residents: LTV, documents, rates
How non-residents get a Spanish mortgage for a home in Torrevieja or Orihuela Costa: typical 60-70% LTV, documents, fixed vs variable, costs. Ask us.
Read more →NIE number in Spain: how to get it before buying a home
How to get your NIE in Spain: cita previa in Alicante province, applying from abroad at a consulate, or via a lawyer with power of attorney. Read the guide.
Read more →Property buying costs in Alicante: taxes and fees for 2026
Property buying costs in Alicante for 2026: ITP on resale, VAT and stamp duty on new builds, notary, registry, lawyer, IBI and non-resident tax. Ask us.
Read more →Long-term rentals in Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa: guide
Long-term renting in Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa: LAU contracts, deposits (fianza), typical prices, documents and the tourist licence trap. Read the guide.
Read more →Torrevieja vs Orihuela Costa: where to buy on the Costa Blanca
Torrevieja or Orihuela Costa? Compare prices, beaches, services, rentals and year-round life to choose where to buy. Browse homes or ask our local team.
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