Buying a property in Spain?

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1. Region

Verken de regio waarin je wenst te kopen en plan een bezoek in om de plaatselijke specialiteiten te leren kennen. A visit will give you a clear idea of what to expect on site and the pros and cons of your dream location.Explore the region in which you wish to buy and schedule a visit to learn about local specialties. Maybe this doesn’t turn out like in your dreams after all.

2. Realtor

Take a reliable real estate agent under your wing, preferably one who knows the local market well. Who will know how to find the best deals for you. Important points to look out for are: does this broker have his own office with the address located Spain? Does the broker have its own website? Take a look at the Facebook page, read the reviews of people who went before you.

3.Lawyer

When buying a property abroad, it is best to hire a lawyer who speaks your native language. This is easy to communicate and avoids misunderstandings due to language.

4. Reservation

After you find your dream home, you make an offer. Of course in consultation with the broker, the offer is conveyed to the owner. Once the offer is accepted by the seller, a reservation contract is drawn up. A down payment is usually made between 3,000 and 6,000 euros. After paying this amount, the property is taken off the market.

5. Contract

The next step is a contract without notary intervention. Similar to the “compromise” in Belgium. Usually a 10% or more deposit is paid when the contract is signed. Please note this deposit will not be refunded if the buyer fails to fulfill their obligations.

6. Notarial deed

On the agreed date, both parties appear before the notary in Spain. The title deed is signed, the full sales price is paid as well as taxes and other purchase costs, and title passes to the buyer. You will then also receive the keys to your home immediately.

1. Region

Verken de regio waarin je wenst te kopen en plan een bezoek in om de plaatselijke specialiteiten te leren kennen. A visit will give you a clear idea of what to expect on site and the pros and cons of your dream location.Explore the region in which you wish to buy and schedule a visit to learn about local specialties. Maybe this doesn’t turn out like in your dreams after all.

2. Realtor

Take a reliable real estate agent under your wing, preferably one who knows the local market well. Who will know how to find the best deals for you. Important points to look out for are: does this broker have his own office with the address located Spain? Does the broker have its own website? Take a look at the Facebook page, read the reviews of people who went before you.

3. Lawyer

When buying a property abroad, it is best to hire a lawyer who speaks your native language. This is easy to communicate and avoids misunderstandings due to language.

4. Reservation

After you find your dream home, you make an offer. Of course in consultation with the broker, the offer is conveyed to the owner. Once the offer is accepted by the seller, a reservation contract is drawn up. A down payment is usually made between 3,000 and 6,000 euros. After paying this amount, the property is taken off the market.

5. Contract

The next step is a contract without notary intervention. Similar to the “compromise” in Belgium. Usually a 10% or more deposit is paid when the contract is signed. Please note this deposit will not be refunded if the buyer fails to fulfill their obligations.

6. Notarial deed

On the agreed date, both parties appear before the notary in Spain. The title deed is signed, the full sales price is paid as well as taxes and other purchase costs, and title passes to the buyer. You will then also receive the keys to your home immediately.

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Email

info@elarfero.be

Phone

+32 479 48 81 91
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