Real Estate
Buy Property in Spain Safely — Legal Due Diligence for Foreign Buyers
Don’t verify it yourself. Hire a specialized Buy Property in Spain Lawyer to check debts, urban legality, and contract terms.
What does our "Legal Due Diligence" cover?
Before you sign any document or pay a deposit, we investigate these 4 critical areas to certify the property is safe to buy.
Title & Ownership
We verify the Nota Simple at the Land Registry to confirm the seller is the legal owner and check for hidden charges or embargoes.
Urban Legality
We check with the Town Hall to ensure the property has no planning infractions, no demolition orders, and has a valid Habitability License.
Debts & IBI
We certify that all Council Taxes (IBI), Garbage Taxes, and Community of Owners fees are paid up to date so you don't inherit them.
Unfair Terms
We review the Arras (Deposit) contract to protect your deposit. We ensure you can exit the deal if the bank denies your mortgage.
The Roadmap to Ownership
From the initial reservation to receiving the keys at the Notary. We guide you through every legal milestone.
Reservation & Due Diligence
You find a property. Before you pay the reservation fee, we perform a quick check. Then, we conduct the full legal Due Diligence.
Private Purchase Contract (Arras)
Once the property is cleared, you sign the Arras contract and pay 10%. We ensure this contract protects your deposit if the seller defaults.
Completion at Notary
We prepare the Deed (Escritura) with the Notary. We attend the signing (or sign for you via Power of Attorney) and you pay the balance.
Registration & Utilities
After signing, we pay the transfer taxes (ITP/IVA) on your behalf, register the property in your name, and switch utility bills to your account.
Cannot travel to Spain for every signature?
We can handle the entire process remotely using a Power of Attorney (PoA), saving you time and flight costs.
Power of Attorney (PoA)
By signing a PoA in your home country (or at a Spanish Notary), you authorize us to:
- Request your NIE Number.
- Open a Spanish Bank Account.
- Sign the Purchase Deed at the Notary.
NIE Number Management
You cannot buy property without a foreigner ID number (NIE). We handle this bureaucratic bottleneck for you.
Included in our Full Service package, preventing delays in your purchase timeline.
Transparent Fixed Fees for Buyers
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Property Buying FAQ
Essential information about taxes and timelines for foreign buyers.
What are the closing costs (Taxes)?
As a rule of thumb, budget an additional 10% to 12% on top of the purchase price. This covers the Transfer Tax (ITP, usually 7-10% depending on the region), Notary fees, Land Registry fees, and legal fees.
How long does the process take?
For a straightforward purchase with finances in place, it takes 4 to 6 weeks. If you require a mortgage, it may take 8 to 10 weeks.
Do I need a Spanish bank account?
It is highly recommended for paying utility bills (electricity, water) via direct debit. While you can technically buy the property transferring funds to the Notary, daily life requires a local IBAN. We help you open one.
Does buying property give me residency?
Only if you invest €500,000 or more (mortgage-free), you may qualify for the Golden Visa. For purchases under this amount, you would need a different residency permit (like the Non-Lucrative Visa or Digital Nomad Visa).
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