01 · Before you commit
Discuss the property and your plans. Identify the documentation to request and the questions that need answering.
BEFORE YOU PAY A DEPOSIT OR SIGN A CONTRACT
Why Professional Advice Matters
A property transaction in Spain can involve issues that are not immediately apparent to a buyer or seller.
Get advice before you commit ↗Issues to check early
- Undisclosed charges or outstanding debts
- Discrepancies between the Land Registry and Cadastre
- Unresolved planning or building documentation
- Unexpected purchase or sale taxes
- Problems with contracts and completion documents
Buying in Spain? What to check before you pay a deposit
A short guide for British buyers. Use these questions when you speak to your adviser about a property.
Gather what you have
Bring the property address or listing, any draft reservation agreement and any plans or property records you have been given.
Ask what needs checking
Ask your adviser to look at ownership, possible charges, differences between records and the documentation for any extensions or alterations.
Discuss the terms and costs
Ask what the deposit commits you to, when it may be refundable and which taxes, fees and other costs you should budget for.
Share any deadlines
Tell us if you have been asked to sign or transfer money by a specific date, so we can discuss what can be reviewed in the time available.
From your first questions to completion
02 · Check the details
Review ownership information, available property records and planning documentation. The scope of work is agreed for each property.
03 · Prepare the next steps
Coordinate the necessary paperwork and clarify the administrative and tax matters connected with your purchase.
Start with a conversation.
Tell us about your property plans in Spain.