Some buyers fly across continents, funds ready, intent clear. Others arrive with enthusiasm but no plan, no paperwork, and—crucially—no intention of buying. Telling the difference saves months of frustration. It’s one of the most common issues we see across the Costa Tropical, the Lecrín Valley, Órgiva, and the wider Alpujarra. A property goes live, enquiries […]
Holiday Rentals in Spain If you own a property in Spain and rent it out to holidaymakers, you’ll want to pay close attention to what changed on 1 July 2025. The Spanish government has introduced new national regulations that affect short-term lets across the country, particularly for properties listed on platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com.
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If you’re thinking of selling your property in the Costa Tropical or southern Granada, here’s one thing you need to watch for more than anything else: copying. Not just copying listings or marketing formats — copying strategies without understanding them. We’ve seen a rising number of agents copying what works on the surface, without the
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If you’re planning to sell your home in the Costa Tropical or southern Granada, here’s something you need to know: The strongest offers usually arrive in the first few weeks after your property goes live. That might sound surprising—especially if you’re not in a rush. But the reality is that the first 30 days are your
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If you’re planning to sell a property with a tourist licence in southern Spain, this year’s rule changes could affect your ability to sell—and your buyer’s ability to rent. In a sweeping shift now impacting Granada, Málaga, and Barcelona, over 1,000 tourist licences have already been revoked in the city of Granada alone. And from
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With the real estate market in Spain evolving fast, the return of attractive mortgage conditions is opening new doors — especially for younger buyers. One of the most impactful changes right now? ICO-backed mortgages offering 100% financing for buyers under 35. This shift is not just good news for buyers — it’s a potential game-changer
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If you’re thinking about selling your home in the Costa Tropical or Southern Granada, there’s one question you need to answer: Is your property priced right for today’s market? It’s not about what you hope it’s worth.It’s not about what your neighbour asked for theirs.It’s about what buyers are actually paying today—and what homes are
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If you’ve spent any time browsing property listings lately, you’ve probably noticed that more agents are suddenly using video. At first glance, it might seem like a good thing. But if you’re thinking of selling your home, here’s something to keep in mind: Not all video marketing is created equal. Just because an agent can
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If you’re thinking of selling your property in Salobreña, you’ll want to get the most for it. That sounds obvious—but many sellers unknowingly make decisions that cost them thousands of euros before they even realise there’s a problem. Here are three of the most common mistakes we see in this area—and how to avoid them.
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If you’re thinking about selling a cortijo in or around Órgiva, there’s one thing I’d recommend doing before anything else. Walk through your property like a buyer. Not as someone who’s lived there for years and knows how special it is—but as someone seeing it for the first time. What stands out? What feels tired?
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