Read here about the crucial role of the Spanish lawyer when buying property in Spain. Thanks to low property prices, the possibility of getting a mortgage in Spain and legal guarantees that are given by the Spanish land registry, cataster, notaries and lawyers nowadays, buying property in Spain has become very interesting again for investors and for foreign people who would like to buy a second home in Spain.
Crucial role Spanish lawyer when buying property in Spain explained
In places like Marbella, Nerja, Torre del Mar, Torrox, Frigiliana and basically along the whole Costa del Sol you will find a lot of interesting property for sale at good prices. It is a very good moment for buying property in Spain and especially along the Costa del Sol!
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During the last few years the whole Spanish real estate sector has worked hard in improving service. This was also thanks to the help of the central government in Madrid. Something that has not changed during the years is the fact that when buying property in Spain you need a good Spanish lawyer. It is good to see that more and more people buying property in Spain are aware of this!
So you may be in the position now that you have found that ideal Costa del Sol property for sale and that you would like to start the buying process without running any risk during and – even more important – after the purchase. Next question: how to find a good Spanish lawyer?
How to find a good Spanish lawyer
Good question! Our advice: ask around with people that really know. And these people many times are NOT the ones that just bought a property in Spain. Why? Simply due to the fact that the quality of the lawyer´s work cannot possibly be judged that quickly. Most legal problems only emerge when the same property is sold again. Another advice: due to the fac that there are still people that identify themselves as a lawyer, always check the Spanish lawyers registry. If you do not know how, just contact me!
Multilingual services
Quite a number of Spanish lawyers who practise in areas where foreigners settle speak excellent English or other languages like German, French or Dutch and are used to dealing with foreign residents in Spain. Conventional wisdom says that the buyer always needs a Spanish lawyer but the seller may not. We say that the seller, in the complex world of international property transfer, really ought to have a Spanish lawyer too.
Your estate agent may be perfectly competent, but complications can arise outside his or her area of expertise. It is always better to have two people working for you, both the estate agent and your lawyer.
The majority of property transfers are quite clear-cut and no problems arise after a Spanish lawyer has done the legal investigations. Nowadays very few turn into nightmares. Spanish lawyer´s fees vary widely. You can take one per cent of the purchase price as a guideline for a standard property transfer. Get it clear with your lawyer before you start. Ask your Spanish lawyer how much he or she will charge you.
If you have any enquires we are very pleased to help you in this matter. See our contact details below.
About the author JM van Dolder
I have been a resident and professional in Spain since 2001. Buying property in Spain was the reason why I came to Spain and I decided to stay. One of my jobs is blogging. Thanks to this job and thanks to so many years of living and doing business in southern Spain I have been lucky for having been able to build a very qualitative network of professionals surrounding me.
I want to help people interested in buying property in Spain to find that excellent professional they need! I can help you find that specific Costa del Sol property for sale you are looking for! And if you already know which town is your favourite one, I can help you finding e.g. the most suitable Marbella, Nerja, Frigiliana, Torre del Mar or Torrox property for sale.
Estate agents that have proven excellence during the years also form part of my network. Last but not least I can help you getting a mortgage in Spain!
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