Looking for a house, flat, villa or apartment? Post your message in the AngloINFO discussion forums. Spanish real estate is a complex area, so before you get in contact with local realtors or real estate agents who have property for sale in Madrid you may find it helpful to get to grips with what's involved in purchasing property in Spain. Information on the taxes due in the event of a gain on the sale of a property in Spain: the rates that will apply, as well as information on circumstance for reliefs or allowances. This information is relevant for both Spanish residents and non-residents Know the English, need the Spanish word? Here is a guide to some handy terminology and words used in context with building, DIY, home renovation and property in Spain. Information on how best to make your money work for you when buying overseas property in a foreign currency: how market fluctuations can affect the price you pay, and how to protect your finances during the currency transfer. The process of applying for building permission for a rural or urban, new-build or renovation building project in Spain and Madrid. Information on what you need, where to go and how to proceed with your building project. A reminder of the organisations, utility and service providers and other companies you may need to contact if you are moving house in Spain - whether moving to another province, a different "Town Hall" or just around the corner. Looking to rent out your house, flat, villa or apartment? Post your message in the AngloINFO discussion forums. Looking to sell your house, flat, villa or apartment? Post your message in the AngloINFO discussion forums. The facts you need to know about renting a house or apartment in Spain: the contract, the deposit, the lease and the legal obligations of the landlord and the tennant. Moving in? Information on the essential services in Spain and how to get them connected to your home or office in Madrid. Who to call and what paperwork to have handy in order to get your telephone and Internet, electricity, water and gas. Information on changes to the Spanish tax system in 2007: the new Income Tax Act and the Tax Fraud Prevention Act of 2007 and the impact they have on non-resident foreigners looking to buy property in Spain. |