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Home inspection before buying: Is it worth it?

5 min

Would you gamble your savings in the red at the casino? So, why are you thinking of buying a house without hiring a professional technical inspection? An inspection of the house you are going to buy can save your life (financially speaking). Foreigners have it clear: they never advance money without first having a qualified technician carry out a technical inspection of the property in question. If you are about to buy a house and you want to know if you should hire a home inspection, this post will answer your questions.

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Purchase and sale with deferred payment: How to protect the seller?

5 min

Las ventas inmobiliarias con pagos diferidos requieren de una estrategia muy bien elaborada para evitar, o al menos estar preparado, ante posibles eventualidades, especialmente cuando el comprador desea tomar posesión de la vivienda antes de completar el pago total. Este escenario, frecuente en transacciones con compradores extranjeros, plantea riesgos significativos para el vendedor que, en ocasiones, no quiere perder esa oportunidad de venta.

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Chronicle of a disaster foretold: An auction, a maximum mortgage and a hidden charge of 66,000€.

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En 2016, una vivienda en Málaga entró en un proceso de ejecución ordinario debido al impago reiterado de las cuotas de una deuda registrada en la nota simple. Tras varios años en litigio, la vivienda fue finalmente puesta en subasta judicial en 2021. El protagonista de esta historia vio la oportunidad de adquirir una vivienda por debajo del precio de mercado y, en principio, lo consiguió. Sin embargo, una hipoteca de máximo no entendida supuso que tuviera que hacer frente a una deuda inesperada.

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Buying and selling homes with shared spaces, Attention!

4 min

En una de nuestras últimas Home Inspection a una vivienda pareada uno de nuestros home checkers descubrió una sorpresa inesperada: un garaje en sótano compartido sin reglas claras que quedó como resultado de la segregación de una antigua propiedad en dos viviendas pareadas. Si, como estos compradores, estás a punto de comprar una vivienda y te encuentras con sorpresas como ésta, sigue leyendo y descubre los secretos y consejos esenciales para abordar este tipo de situaciones adecuadamente.

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Buying and Selling with Usufruct: An Unexpected Twist

4 min

En una compraventa inmobiliaria, cada detalle cuenta. Una pequeña omisión o un simple malentendido pueden transformar lo que debería ser una transacción directa en un intrincado problema legal que puede costarte tan caro como el precio de la vivienda que has pagado. Esta es la historia de una propiedad en Mijas, una joya de la Costa del Sol, y de cómo un usufructo, un malentendido y el desconocimiento en derecho inmobiliario dieron un vuelco a la vida de varias personas. 

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Is the buyer of a property responsible for urban planning disciplinary files?

3 min

Marta and Roberto are a Venezuelan couple who, after living in Madrid for 10 years, decided to purchase their holiday home in Marbella in 2021. After intensive searching, they finally acquired a property previously owned by a Lebanese couple, who were selling their house and business to return to their homeland. A few weeks after the purchase, Marta and Roberto decided to renovate the terrace. Part of their renovation plan involved covering a portion of the terrace and enclosing it with glazing, so they applied for a Responsible Declaration license. It was then they discovered a city planning file that affected their property.

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The Most Common Risks When Buying a Home in Spain

5 min

Buying a home is an exciting step, but it involves risks that can create uncertainty in the buying process. From legal and financial issues to construction quality and potential hidden defects, it is crucial for buyers to be informed and prepared to face these challenges. Understanding and being aware of these risks will enable them to make informed decisions, ensuring that their dream of owning a home becomes a rewarding and secure reality.

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How to Renovate My Property in Marbella if it is in an Irregular Building

3 min

Have you purchased a property in Marbella in a building that is in an irregular situation, and now, when you were about to start the renovation you had planned, have you discovered that you cannot carry out any type of construction? On the other hand, if you have not yet completed the purchase of your house, and that property is in an irregular or out-of-order building, I recommend that you read the following article and find out the steps to take in order to carry out the renovation legally and with guarantees.

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Legal Verification: A Must Before Buying a Property in Spain

3 min

Buying a home is one of the most significant financial transactions a person can make in their lifetime. Therefore, the buyer must be properly informed and advised before signing any contract or delivering any amount of money. One crucial aspect is to know the property's ownership situation. In this sense, it is essential to know the difference between naked ownership and usufruct, as it can significantly affect the property's value and use.

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€700,000 Invested in a House in Marbella That Can't Be Renovated Now

3 min

Buying a house is one of the most important decisions that can be made in life, especially if it is a luxury property that involves a significant financial investment. However, that investment can turn into a nightmare if the property in question does not comply with urban planning regulations and is in an irregular situation.

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