Real Estate

31-Oct-2025

The government seeks to make the purchase of second and third properties more expensive through taxation

The measures proposed so far to fix the housing mess haven’t achieved much, so the government is considering a different approach. This time, they want to treat housing as a right guaranteed by the Constitution, not just as a commodity to buy and sell. Their f...

Real Estate

30-Oct-2025

Congress resumes the law to control short-term rentals

Congress has reactivated the law aimed at regulating short-term and room rentals, almost a year after it was first accepted for consideration. The proposal, driven by Sumar, ERC, Bildu, Podemos, and BNG, now has a set date for its committee discussion: Tuesday...

Real Estate

27-Oct-2025

Arcano Calls for the Abolition of Rent Controls and a Commitment to Vertical Construction

Arcano, the investment management firm, has outlined the true origins of Spain's housing problem and the measures that can help alleviate the economic and social consequences. Its research team, Arcano Research, makes it clear that the current crisis is not du...

Real Estate

30-Sep-2025

The Spanish real estate market continues to break records and never ceases to amaze

In August, the average price of used housing increased by 14.8% year-on-year, reaching €2,498/m2, the highest figure since idealista began collecting data. Seven provinces lead the list of all-time highs: Balearic Islands, Madrid, Gipuzkoa, Malaga, Barcelona,...

Real Estate

19-Sep-2025

Home prices and transactions will continue to rise in 2026

In short, those who follow the real estate market are clear that the forecasts continue to show an upward trend, and it doesn't look like things will slow down in 2026. The latest report prepared by the Real Estate Business School in collaboration with the Uni...

Relocation to Spain

17-Sep-2025

Interest among foreign teleworkers in purchasing a home in Barcelona grows by 42%

The rise of teleworking has made Barcelona a magnet for foreign professionals seeking temporary or permanent residence. Demand from these workers has grown by 42% in recent years, according to real estate industry sources. This is no coincidence: Spain's appea...

Relocation to Spain

05-Sep-2025

More than 50,000 homes in Spain were purchased by non-resident foreigners last year

This segment of buyers focuses on prime tourist locations and high-yield investments. CaixaBank's latest report makes this clear: these buyers are willing to pay, on average, 70% more per square meter than locals, cementing Spain's reputation as a prime destin...

Business

04-Sep-2025

Cancellation of the tax domicile and inspections from scratch

Cancellation of the Tax Domicile and Inspections from ScratchThe recent ruling by the Spanish Tax Agency (TEAC) marks a turning point in the management of disputes over tax domicile changes. For those of us who work in tax matters, the message is clear: if the...

Real Estate

03-Sep-2025

The room rental market in Barcelona grows by 30%

The room rental market in Barcelona is experiencing a real boom, growing by 30% amid a municipal crackdown on tourist apartments. The reason is clear: housing prices remain sky-high. Between demographic pressure, a lack of new construction, high taxes, slow pe...

Real Estate

03-Sep-2025

Spanish real estate wealth exceeds €7 trillion

Real estate wealth in Spain has reached historic levels. Data from the Bank of Spain reveals that the value of homes owned by Spanish families has surpassed €7 trillion, an unprecedented milestone since 1980, when records began. In the last year, residential a...

Business

02-Sep-2025

Unknowingly accepting an Inheritance: the risks of withdrawing funds from the deceased's bank account

Withdrawing funds from a bank account after the death of a family member can lead to serious tax and legal problems. The High Court of Justice of Madrid has just clarified the extent of tacit acceptance of an inheritance, even if nothing has been signed before...

Real Estate

01-Sep-2025

When is the best time to negotiate the rental price in Barcelona?

The current rental situation in Barcelona is, frankly, complicated. The shortage of supply translates into fierce competition for every available property. The data speaks for itself: during the second quarter of 2025, 8% of the apartments listed on idealista...