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You will also find some of our Top Tips for different areas of law to give you some key advice when requiring legal services in Spain. If you cannot find what you are looking for or would like to discuss a matter further, please contact us.
A Place in the Sun – here we come!
After the success for our 8th visit to A Place in the Sun in May in London, My Lawyer in Spain will be visiting A Place in the Sun in September in Birmingham!
Tips Before You Buy a Property in Spain
So, you’ve decided to buy a Spanish property. If you take your time and do your homework, it could be one of the best decisions you ever make. Here are our 6 top tips to help you with the planning process before you even start to view properties.
Claiming Off Plan Property Refunds
On 21st December 2016 the Spanish Supreme Court established that banks are responsible for the reimbursement of money paid by off plan property buyers when the compulsory bank guarantees have not been issued.
What is “PLUSVALIA” and how much do you need to pay?
On 21 December 2016 when everyone was getting ready for Xmas and the El Gordo Lottery, the Supreme Court of Andalucia surprised the Spanish legal world! A company had purchased some land for 14.2 million euros and had been ordered to pay the sum of 185.025 euros in plusvalia even though the land had been sold at a loss for just 3,5 milion euros.
My Lawyer in Spain heading to A Place in the Sun!
For the 8th year running, My Lawyer in Spain will be again taking a stand at A Place in the Sun Exhibition taking place from 5 – 7 May in Olympia, London.
Andalucia Increases Inheritance Tax Threshold
As of 1 January 2017, inheritance tax in Andalucia has changed and the burden of tax becomes lighter for direct relatives inheriting assets located in Andalucia.
The Benefits of Having a Spanish Will
If you have assets in Spain whether it be a bank account, property, shares or even a car, it is strongly advisable to have a Spanish will.
Spanish property prices keep growing
Latest data shows that the second quarter of 2016 witnessed a 3.8 per cent increase, lower than Jan-Mar figures but still higher than the euro zone average of 2.9 per cent.
Considering a Spanish property purchase post Brexit? Costa Blanca or the Canaries?
Alex Radford an English Solicitor & Spanish Lawyer with My Lawyer in Spain sets out some tips for buyers to bear in mind post Brexit.
Step-by-Step Guide To Inheriting Spanish Property
Our specialist team in Spanish wills and inheritances, have created a series of articles about inheriting in Spain. This step-by-step guide provides the actions needed to take when a friend or relative has unfortunately passed away.