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A Guide to US Notary & Apostille Services for US Citizens Moving to Spain
If you’re a US citizen looking to buy property in Spain, apply for residency, or manage legal affairs, you’ll likely need notarised and apostilled documents. But what does that mean? We spoke with Amber Nicole Hess, a California-based notary and apostille agent, to break it down for you.
The Role of Prenuptial Agreements in Buying Property in Spain: Key Considerations for Expatriates
When considering the purchase of property in Spain, particularly as expatriates, there are several legal aspects to consider to ensure that your investment is protected. One of the key elements to consider is the use of a prenuptial agreement (prenup) or postnuptial agreement (postnup), especially when the property is meant to be passed down to children.
The importance of having a Spanish Will
You have probably heard about how important is to have a Spanish will in place as soon as you have any Spanish assets. Certainly, it is and set out below we are going to explore why.
Retiring to Spain: Essential Steps and Expert Advice
In a recent webinar hosted by Liz Rowlinson from Place in the Sun, experts Nathan Andrew of Specialty Advice and Alex Radford from My Lawyer in Spain shared their insights on the crucial steps for retiring to Spain. Both panelists bring years of experience in their respective fields, offering valuable advice to British and Irish expatriates considering the move.
Changes to Inheritance and Donation Tax for the Balearic Islands
On 18 July the Government of the Balearic Islands approved an important amendment to the Inheritance and Donations Tax (ISD) Law of the Autonomous Community of the Balearic Islands
Expat Seminar – Legal & Financial Affairs
Is now the time to think about your financial and/or legal affairs? If you are new to Spain, have a holiday home here or have been living here for a while, now could be the ideal time to get organised and this event could be just what you need. It’s always a good idea to review your legal and financial matters regularly.
Advice for Moving to Spain
“Do it! But plan it” – is the advice of Alex Radford from My Lawyer in Spain in this interview with MumAbroad. In it, Alex talks about visas, property taxes, tax planning, wills, marriages, divorces and expert insider’s advice for anyone moving to Spain.
Donating Property and Assets in Spain
My Lawyer in Spain Lawyers, Alex Radford and Laura Albors Jover, talk about the Process, Advantages and Tax Implications of donating property and assets in Spain.
New Spanish Tax System from 2022
From 2022, a new way of calculating taxes will affect all resales, donations and inheritances in Spain. If you are planning to buy a house in the near future or will receive any gift or inheritance in Spain, check your taxes beforehand to budget the transaction properly.
A Military Permit for UK Property Buyers
Due to Brexit, it now may affect UK Nationals interested in buying in some areas classified as restricted, regardless if they are already resident in Spain.