Frequently Asked Questions
Questions about BUYING A HOUSE in Spain
→ Approx. 10–15% extra (taxes, notary, land registry, lawyer).
→ Yes, no purchase is possible without a NIE = Número de Identidad de Extranjero.
→ No, but strongly recommended (to review contracts and check for debts).
→ Reservation → Preliminary contract → Notary appointment → Entry in the land registry.
→ Yes, there are no restrictions for EU citizens.
→ Possible, but often with stricter conditions for non-residents.
→ Via the Registro de la Propiedad.
Questions about SELLING A HOUSE in Spain
→ Capital gains tax + local capital gains tax (Plusvalía).
→ Yes, mandatory before sale.
→ On average 3–12 months, depending on location and price.
→ Real estate agent (optional), taxes, and if applicable, cancellation of mortgages.
→ No, but it is common (saves time, increases reach).
→ Market analysis + comparable properties + location.
Questions about LIVING in Spain
→ Usually cheaper than in Germany (rent is highly dependent on the region).
→ Yes, either private or through the Spanish system.
→ Public is good, private is faster.
→ Mediterranean: hot summers, mild winters (especially on the coast).
→ Not mandatory, but very helpful in everyday life.
→ Slower, often involving a lot of paperwork.
→ Yes, generally high level of safety, but be careful of pickpocketing in cities.
