Buying Property in Marbella

Full transaction support from property selection to key handover. Legal due diligence, negotiations, mortgage assistance — all in English.

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How the Purchase Works

A transparent 4-step process — from the first call to receiving the keys

1

Consultation

We discuss your goals, budget and preferences. We compile a list of suitable properties.

2

Viewings

We organize viewings of selected properties. We show the area, infrastructure and explain the nuances.

3

Negotiation & Verification

We negotiate the price, conduct legal due diligence on the property and prepare the documents.

4

Closing the Deal

Signing at the notary, property registration, key handover. You are the owner!

What's Included

Comprehensive support at every stage of the purchase

Property Selection

We find properties that exactly match your criteria, including exclusive listings not available on the open market.

  • Analysis of your requirements and budget
  • Access to 300+ off-market properties
  • Selection considering investment potential
  • Viewings arranged at your convenience
  • Area and infrastructure tours

Legal Support

We verify the legal status of the property and protect your interests at every stage of the deal.

  • Nota Simple verification (property registry extract)
  • Analysis of encumbrances and debts
  • Building permit verification
  • Contract preparation and review
  • Notary support

Negotiations

We professionally negotiate with the seller, securing the best terms for you.

  • Market value analysis of the property
  • Negotiation strategy tailored to the situation
  • Negotiations in Spanish/English
  • Payment terms agreement
  • Protection of your interests

Financing

We help you obtain a mortgage from a Spanish bank on favorable terms for non-residents.

  • Mortgage program consultation
  • Bank selection with the best terms
  • Assistance with document collection
  • Support through the approval process
  • Document translation and legalization

Legal Due Diligence

Thorough property verification is a mandatory step that protects you from costly mistakes. We check every aspect before signing the contract.

What we verify:

  • Nota Simpleproperty registry extract confirming ownership
  • Encumbrancesmortgages, liens, seizures on the property
  • Cedula de Habitabilidadcertificate of habitability
  • Permitsbuilding and renovation licenses
  • Utility debtsoutstanding utility bills and community fees
  • Urban planverification at the town hall (Ayuntamiento)
Property legal verification

Mortgage for Non-Residents

Getting a mortgage in Spain is possible even without resident status. We work with leading banks.

Financing

60-70%

of the property value for non-residents. Down payment — 30-40%.

Interest Rate

3-5%

per year for non-residents in 2025. Fixed or variable.

Term

20-25 years

maximum loan term with repayment up to age 75.

Leading banks for expats: Santander, BBVA, CaixaBank — with English-speaking consultants

Minimum income: from 2,000-2,500 EUR per month. Debt-to-income ratio: no more than 30-40%.

Purchase Costs

In addition to the property price, budget 10-13% for additional costs

Expense ItemAmount
ITP (Transfer Tax)7%
IVA + AJD11.5%
Notary0.5-1%
Registry0.3-0.5%
Lawyer1-1.5%
TOTAL (resale)~10-11%
TOTAL (new build)~13-14%

Example: When purchasing a villa for 1,000,000 EUR (resale), additional costs will be approximately 100,000-110,000 EUR

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most popular questions about buying property in Spain

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