gyoung5718
English looking for information about Spain
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Electrical supplier question by gyoung5718
Wonder if anyone can help clarify electrical supply to property in Spain.Since purschased terrace house Central M谩laga (approximately 14months ago) have had electricity supply organised by Spanish solicitors we used to purchase ...
Thanks for that, very helpful. Read More
Electrical supplier question
Wonder if anyone can help clarify electrical supply to property in Spain.Since purschased terrace house Central M谩laga (approximately 14months ago) have had electricity supply organised by Spanish solicitors we used to purchase ... Read More
Where to buy home appliances - Valencia by matty3000
Hi group! We have purchased an apartment in Benicalap, Valencia and we will need to purchase some appliances and have some services looked into when we take possession in September. We will need a refrigerator, a washing machine, a dishwasher and ...
Just installated new kitchen property central M谩laga.Can anyone recommend place to buy fridge freezer, washing machine, built in microwave, dishwasher, induction hob and oven.Keen for appliances to be Bosch for reliability.Don't have vehicle ... Read More
Bites by sea insects
This weekend past, went for swim Malagueata.To my shock few days later came out in very itchy marks all over body.I think had reaction to bites as laid me low for number days.Has anybody come out in bites after swimming Malagueata and is this ... Read More
How easy is it to sell a piso in Spain? by tomwins
I am preparing to move near Girona (north of Barcelona) and am not finding many rental units I like in decent neighborhoods. I see many flats for sale.Since I don't plan to live there more than four or five years, I am wondering if it will be hard ...
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How easy is it to sell a piso in Spain? by tomwins
I am preparing to move near Girona (north of Barcelona) and am not finding many rental units I like in decent neighborhoods. I see many flats for sale.Since I don't plan to live there more than four or five years, I am wondering if it will be hard ...
Intriguing, you purchased apartment in Spain for 25,000euros on eBay Mr GWYNJ? Read More
UK Citizen spending 5.5 Months a Year in Spain by livinginsea
I am thinking about purchasing a property and spending 5.5 months a years in Spain. Dont want to go over the 180 days as dont want to become a tax resident in Spain. How do I stand with Visa's, can I stay for 5.5 months in 1 go.
Like to add on the 90/ 180 day EU rule.Number of excellent online websites and also apps set up for the British to help with planning your 90/ 180 day stay in the EU. Read More
Process of getting non lucrative visa and suggestions about villages/towns by Bevclarke
We are in the process of getting our non lucrative visas. Looking at the area inland from Malaga within a 20 minute drive to the coast. Can anyone suggest some towns/villages that would be worth looking at please?We are going to rent for a year ...
Can understand process will be rather time consuming and also costly.Thanks for your advice, was helpful.Mind how you go. Read More
Process of getting non lucrative visa and suggestions about villages/towns by Bevclarke
We are in the process of getting our non lucrative visas. Looking at the area inland from Malaga within a 20 minute drive to the coast. Can anyone suggest some towns/villages that would be worth looking at please?We are going to rent for a year ...
@neilfrost38I am considering this process too, via London consulate.Does everything submitted for application need to be translated to Spanish?Would it be ok to ask how much you paid for full health insurance, healthy insurance which is accepted for ... Read More
Buying a house in Spain by GuestPoster8490
This weekend my cousin from Denmark is going to Spain to look at houses for sale. Can anyone please give a list of what to look out for? What kinds of questions to ask the seller/realtor? She'll be looking in the Alicante area, something near (ish) ...
Would recommend get a good solicitor, there will be quite a number in Alicante specialising for purchasers from Northern Europe. Read More
Transferring money from Spain by Mark Areva
Hello everyone, I wondered if anyone could advise me on what is the most competitive spanish bank to open an account with, for regularly transferring money form Spain to the UK?It seems that the banks can charge a percentage of the amount being ...
Could I ask Compel, can you set up D/D for your water and electricity in Spain from your wise account? Read More
Process to move permanently to Spain from the US by beeeventura
Can anyone provide information on how to navigate the visa process to move permanently to Spain from the US? The consulate office in NY does not have a live person, they don't respond to emails or messages. What do the expats living in Spain ...
@gwynjExtremely interesting post regarding NLV.Definitely planning to go down this route.NIE that you mention could be required, what is NIE and is it difficult to get NIE?Thank you Read More
Low water pressure in country house by Gettravelling
Hi All,We have a country (rustic) house in Spain, the water comes into the house from a shared reservoir (pozo as they call it in Spain).This has been okay in summer, but the water pressure is very low and so now that we are coming into winter we ...
Tradesman who quoted you is more than likely following the water regulations, that you require break tank or reservoir of some kind if you have pump installed. Read More
Getting a nie by Hafidoux
Hello everyone,Australian citizen, resident in Morocco, l'll like to apply for non lucrative visa.Do I need a NIE as a document to present to the consulate for this type of visa? If yes how to get it from Morocco.Many thanks.
GwynjThanks for any assistance Read More
Getting a nie by Hafidoux
Hello everyone,Australian citizen, resident in Morocco, l'll like to apply for non lucrative visa.Do I need a NIE as a document to present to the consulate for this type of visa? If yes how to get it from Morocco.Many thanks.
@gwynjCan I ask question gwyni as you have a good broad knowledge, my partner has a house in Spain and also a EU passport holder.If she applies for Spanish resident card can she still have her native EU country as her main residence for working and ... Read More
Evolution of banking services in Spain by Cheryl
Hello everyone, With rapid technological advancements, banking services are digitizing at lightning speed. Expats are thus propelled into a new era of options and payment methods, disrupting the traditional banking services of local ...
@jeronimoreyesretanaInteresting reading jeroni.Could you tell me what your fees are for your bank accounts!Thanks Read More
Moving goods London to Malaga by gyoung5718
Hello everyone, has anyone experience moving items from London to Malaga, as have purchased residence recently.Items will be bicycles, tools, DIY parts, Not in great hurry for items to arrive so after economical option to move items.Any advice ...
Very kind, will call Alex for a quote. Read More
Moving goods London to Malaga by gyoung5718
Hello everyone, has anyone experience moving items from London to Malaga, as have purchased residence recently.Items will be bicycles, tools, DIY parts, Not in great hurry for items to arrive so after economical option to move items.Any advice ...
You were on a adventure driving.Interesting reading about your experiences with customs.Could you give me the name of the freighting company you used Julie?Thanks Read More
Moving goods London to Malaga by gyoung5718
Hello everyone, has anyone experience moving items from London to Malaga, as have purchased residence recently.Items will be bicycles, tools, DIY parts, Not in great hurry for items to arrive so after economical option to move items.Any advice ...
Will be at property in Malaga central wed 28june until 12july Cheryl, where hope to have shipped items arrive in this period.Thank you Read More
Moving goods London to Malaga
Hello everyone, has anyone experience moving items from London to Malaga, as have purchased residence recently.Items will be bicycles, tools, DIY parts, Not in great hurry for items to arrive so after economical option to move items.Any advice ... Read More
BARKING DOGS by Rupert Baldry QC
Are there any enforceable laws in Spain to control nuisance barking dogs and their owners?.
Interesting post Mackie.Would be surprised if Spain dosnt have cost of living hike too.But do agree with you about the English weather.Wiping out man's best friend, really? Read More
Household items from London to Malaga
Hello everyoneLooking at moving number of household items, bicycles, tools from London to Malaga as in process purchasing house.Don't think would be container load, maybe half quarter to half container.Would be interestedly reading other peoples ... Read More
Purchase house central Malaga by gyoung5718
Hello AllIn the process purchasing house in central Malaga.Original house was built 1936.The rear of the building has been extended with 2additional floors (ground floor, first floor, second floor).Have found out that the top floor is not registered ...
Interesting reading your email, have a very good solicitor covering the legal side of purchase which gives a person from UK peace of mind.Looked at number properties over many months, all from idealista in this price range.Property does need ... Read More
Tax, Bills, Tax by robtommo27
Hi, I wondered if anyone could assist. We have recently bought a property in Mallorca and i'm trying to get an understanding on how to pay for everything, when and who to?IBI tax - who calculates this and do you get a bill sent so you can ...
Interesting reading your post Spain Legal Tips, good to have someone who has actual knowledge from having a property in SpainJust to recap on your post, as in process acquiring a house Malaga (purchase price just under 200,000Euros).I should budget ... Read More
Periodic inspection 50year plus houses by gyoung5718
Hello allIn the process purchasing house in malaga that was built in 1936.Question like to ask if anyone has knowledge on periodic building inspections (5year intervals in my understanding).Been lead to believe that house owners don't carry out ...
Thank you very much for your information reply.The vendor has begrudgingly informed my solicitor they have agreed to move forward with property purchase that the house additions will be registered with Castastro and Registro de la Propiedad.I would ... Read More
Periodic inspection 50year plus houses by gyoung5718
Hello allIn the process purchasing house in malaga that was built in 1936.Question like to ask if anyone has knowledge on periodic building inspections (5year intervals in my understanding).Been lead to believe that house owners don't carry out ...
Inspeccion Tecnica de Edificios (ITE)If anyone has knowledge on ITE, is it common when purchasing a property to ask for current Certificado ITE?Thanks for any reply. Read More
Periodic inspection 50year plus houses by gyoung5718
Hello allIn the process purchasing house in malaga that was built in 1936.Question like to ask if anyone has knowledge on periodic building inspections (5year intervals in my understanding).Been lead to believe that house owners don't carry out ...
Thanks for your advice on professional survey, will definitely take onboard.Periodic building inspection on buildings over 50years, was told by estate agent was legal requirement but not many have them.My understanding is that was originally brought ... Read More
Periodic inspection 50year plus houses
Hello allIn the process purchasing house in malaga that was built in 1936.Question like to ask if anyone has knowledge on periodic building inspections (5year intervals in my understanding).Been lead to believe that house owners don't carry out ... Read More
Tax, Bills, Tax by robtommo27
Hi, I wondered if anyone could assist. We have recently bought a property in Mallorca and i'm trying to get an understanding on how to pay for everything, when and who to?IBI tax - who calculates this and do you get a bill sent so you can ...
I'm in process buying Spainish property ( early stages).Been advised that you can open WISE Euro Account and since it is registered in Belgium you can set up your direct debits for your Spanish property utilities from your wise euro account.Well ... Read More
I would appreciate any advice or answers by robdemars
Hi everyone!My name is Rob and I am looking to move to Spain with my wife and 2 dogs as soon as I can. We are currently in Germany and are both EU citizens. I hope to get some answers to my many questions on this forum:)1. I'd like to get a job as a ...
Interesting read Rob, like Just to say goodluck with relocation. Read More
Purchase house central Malaga by gyoung5718
Hello AllIn the process purchasing house in central Malaga.Original house was built 1936.The rear of the building has been extended with 2additional floors (ground floor, first floor, second floor).Have found out that the top floor is not registered ...
Thanks for advice. Read More
Purchase house central Malaga by gyoung5718
Hello AllIn the process purchasing house in central Malaga.Original house was built 1936.The rear of the building has been extended with 2additional floors (ground floor, first floor, second floor).Have found out that the top floor is not registered ...
Thank you Aida law for your expert definition Registro and Castastro.At early stage purchasing 1936 terraced house with rear extension and two floors on this rear extension.Top floor isn't registered with Castastro.What are your experience with ... Read More
Purchase house central Malaga by gyoung5718
Hello AllIn the process purchasing house in central Malaga.Original house was built 1936.The rear of the building has been extended with 2additional floors (ground floor, first floor, second floor).Have found out that the top floor is not registered ...
Can i ask, as you have legal knowledge, what is the difference between registro and catastro?Does house plans need to be registered with both bodies? Read More
Purchase house central Malaga by gyoung5718
Hello AllIn the process purchasing house in central Malaga.Original house was built 1936.The rear of the building has been extended with 2additional floors (ground floor, first floor, second floor).Have found out that the top floor is not registered ...
Thanks for clarification.You have been great help. Read More
Purchase house central Malaga by gyoung5718
Hello AllIn the process purchasing house in central Malaga.Original house was built 1936.The rear of the building has been extended with 2additional floors (ground floor, first floor, second floor).Have found out that the top floor is not registered ...
Thanks for in-depth reply.Would think at this stage would go with proceeding and reducing the amount required for settlement for solicitor to apply for planning permission for unregistered parts of building after we have become owners.If this is as ... Read More
Purchase house central Malaga by gyoung5718
Hello AllIn the process purchasing house in central Malaga.Original house was built 1936.The rear of the building has been extended with 2additional floors (ground floor, first floor, second floor).Have found out that the top floor is not registered ...
Thank you Maria, yes have a solicitor looking into this. They're have said it is not uncommon for this to occur when purchasing property.Will be interesting when they get back after thier investigation and speaking with vendors solicitors.Have just ... Read More
Purchase house central Malaga by gyoung5718
Hello AllIn the process purchasing house in central Malaga.Original house was built 1936.The rear of the building has been extended with 2additional floors (ground floor, first floor, second floor).Have found out that the top floor is not registered ...
Thank you for explaining your experience.Good to be aware 15-20year rule, could be avenue for solicitor to move forward with purchase.When you come to resell, could you explain more concerning issues.Additionally prospective buyers, will they have ... Read More
Purchase house central Malaga
Hello AllIn the process purchasing house in central Malaga.Original house was built 1936.The rear of the building has been extended with 2additional floors (ground floor, first floor, second floor).Have found out that the top floor is not registered ... Read More