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Buying a house in Spain III

September 26, 2013

BUYING A HOUSE IN SPAIN III Let’s continue with some basic Tips you can’t miss when you are buying a house in Spain: The surface of the housing is one of the most important features, but should clarify the terminology used most frequently: Floor area (meters built): the surface of the home including all elements. […]

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What is adverse possession?

September 25, 2013

Adverse possession is terminology from property law that no real estate or landowner ever wants to have to get too familiar with. Adverse possession can be underway without a property owner even being aware of it and in extreme cases could result in the loss of the property. If you aren’t familiar with what adverse […]

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Buying a House in Spain II

September 12, 2013

TIPS FOR BUYING A HOME IN SPAIN  Through this series of articles I will attempt to make available to all those who dream of buying a house in Spain indications and recommendations that will help to successfully accomplish their goal, let’s start with the first and very important… the money: BUDGET WE HAVE TO BUY […]

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Top 10 investment Hotspots Of 2013 So Far

September 11, 2013

Property markets are different all around the world. As everyone continues to use words like “global financial crisis” and “eurozone recession”, some countries have already begun to rebound, while others are well on their way to recovery.  Picking the right place to invest, then, is vital to make the most of an economically uncertain time. […]

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Help to Buy Scheme to be extended to existing properties

August 23, 2013

Conveyancing Solicitors need to ensure that they are aware of the Governments new rules regarding the Help to Buy Scheme following Chancellor George Osbourne’s announcement. The new Help to Buy scheme is much more complex than the current scheme with the proposal looking to extend to existing properties as well as new builds. Currently buyers […]

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Those Forgotten Legal Landlord Responsibilities

August 23, 2013

In an age where concerns over pensions mean people are looking for the best return for their money and sound investments, becoming a property owner and landlord is no longer something restricted to those with pots of money. However, some landlords are not fulfilling their legal obligations when it comes to their tenanted properties. If […]

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TITLE DEEDS IN SPANISH LAW

August 22, 2013

TITLE DEEDS IN SPANISH LAW The Title Deeds in Spanish Law                                    The Deeds are a public document notarized. In our law there are very few cases in which the deed is mandatory. There applies a general principle of freedom of form, but although the Deed is not required to grant a sale itself is very desirable […]

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More houses, more money: fueling the economy with help to buy (infographic)

August 22, 2013

Courtesy of Hamptons.co.uk.

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Vacation Property Trashed by Your Teen? What to Do Next

August 20, 2013

In 2012, teenagers flocked to see the movie “Project X,” which tells the story about a teenager who reluctantly throws a party at his house while his parents are away for the weekend. The teen and his two friends throw the party, hoping to become more popular among the other high school students. The party […]

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Becoming a First-Time Property Owner: Tips for Getting Started

August 20, 2013

The journey to homeownership can be an enjoyable experience for those who take the time to do their research before embarking on the adventure. There are a number of factors that come into play in regards to purchasing your first home, such as budgeting, financing and knowing how to search. Here are some important tips […]

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