{"id":73820,"date":"2025-06-09T17:29:43","date_gmt":"2025-06-09T15:29:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dacasas.es\/?p=73820"},"modified":"2025-06-25T12:05:29","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T10:05:29","slug":"what-to-look-out-for-when-buying-a-house-in-spain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dacasas.es\/en\/waar-moet-jij-op-letten-bij-het-kopen-van-een-huis-in-spanje\/","title":{"rendered":"What should you pay attention to when buying a house in Spain?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Below are the <strong>main points to consider when buying a house in Spain<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Check the legal situation of the property<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always have verification that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The seller is the rightful owner (<em>note simple<\/em>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are no mortgages, debts or embargos on the property<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The property is correctly registered in the land registry and ownership register<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The property contains no building violations or is on rustic land with restrictions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <em>Tip: always work with an independent lawyer or broker with legal support.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Apply for an NIE number<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a foreigner, you have a <strong>NIE number<\/strong> needed (<em>N\u00famero de Identificaci\u00f3n de Extranjero<\/em>) to buy property in Spain. This is a personal identification number for tax and administrative purposes. Without an NIE, you cannot sign a purchase deed at the notary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Know the extra costs when you buy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Purchase costs in Spain are on average between <strong>10 and 13%<\/strong> of the purchase price and include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Transfer tax or VAT (depending on type of property)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Notary and registration fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lawyer or gestor fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Translation and power of attorney fees (if applicable)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Know what you are buying: urbano or rustico<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Spain, it is essential to know whether the plot on which the property stands:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Urbano<\/strong> is (urban, with full infrastructure), or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rustico<\/strong> (rural area, often with building or renovation restrictions)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Rustic properties can have wonderful charm, but often involve more complex regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Request all documents before signing a contract<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before signing a booking contract or <em>contrato de arras<\/em> check all documents:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Escritura (title deed)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nota simple (legal status)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Energy certificate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of payment of IBI (property tax)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Common costs (for flats)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6. Check whether renovations have been carried out without permits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alterations or extensions without planning permission can lead to problems when selling, refinancing or even demolition orders. Always have a check that the property matches what is on paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>7. Have the property technically inspected (if required)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A structural inspection is not compulsory in Spain, but it is recommended - especially for older houses or fincas. This will give you insight into hidden defects such as moisture problems, electrical installations, roof construction, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>8. Ensure correct payment situation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Payment is made at the notary, often by bank cheques or through third-party accounts. Important:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open a Spanish bank account in good time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arrange a currency transfer if you are paying from abroad (can save a lot)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure your bank makes the amount available on time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>9. Use a power of attorney if you cannot be on site<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you live in Belgium or the Netherlands and cannot be present on the day of the signing? Then you can give a power of attorney to your estate agent or lawyer, so that they arrange everything correctly on your behalf at the notary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>0. Choose a reliable, multilingual estate agent<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A good estate agent in Spain knows the market, speaks your language, and guides you every step of the way: from property selection to notarial transfer and aftercare. Avoid buying on your own, especially with rustic or rural properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83e\udd1d<\/strong><strong> Dreaming of a property in Spain? Get proper guidance.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At <strong>Dacasas Real Estate<\/strong> we are by your side as a reliable guide. We make sure everything is legally, technically and administratively in order. So you buy your property in Spain with peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take today <strong>non-binding contact<\/strong> with us for advice or to start your search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Below are the main points to consider when buying a house in Spain. 1. Check the legal situation of the property Always have a check that: \ud83d\udca1 Tip: always work with an independent lawyer or an estate agent with legal support. 2. 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