07-Aug-2025
1. Conditions for increasing the cumulative rent- Clause in the contract:The contract must specify an annual rent adjustment clause, usually linked to the CPI (Consumer Price Index) or the IRAV (Residential Rental Reference Index) in more recent contracts.- Fo...
06-Aug-2025
The topic of electronic peepholes with cameras is on everyone's lips, because of course, who doesn't want to know if the courier left the package or if the neighbor on the fifth floor is spying on you? The problem arises when that little camera goes from monit...
05-Aug-2025
1. Why Formalize the Gift?Proper documentation is essential when gifting money to your child. It helps avoid potential legal or tax issues with the authorities. Furthermore, the cost of formalizing a gift is relatively low, making it a smart decision from both...
04-Aug-2025
A solvency assessment is an essential tool for minimizing risks in rental agreements. It provides financial security for both the landlord and the tenant, facilitating a stable and trouble-free contractual relationship.What is a solvency assessment?It is a com...
30-Jul-2025
Let's put some order into this charming chaos that is Barcelona. I'll tell you in a list-style way so you don't get lost (or well, so you can at least get lost in style).What you need to know?- Barcelona is divided into 10 districts and 73 neighborhoods.- Each...
30-Jul-2025
There is no specific law prohibiting portable pools on private terraces. Installation is legal as long as it does not compromise the structure of the building.Neighborhood Association:- For removable pools, authorization is not usually required.- If the instal...
29-Jul-2025
Is it legal to merge two homes?Yes. It is entirely legally feasible to merge two separate homes (apartments, semi-detached houses, etc.) to create a single property. However, the process involves meeting certain requirements and administrative procedures. Belo...
24-Jul-2025
Current OverviewThe installation of video surveillance systems in homeowners' associations has experienced significant growth. In 2022, the Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) handled nearly 2,200 complaints related to video surveillance, representing a 26%...
23-Jul-2025
The Property Tax (IBI) is a fundamental aspect of all real estate purchase and sale transactions in Spain. Knowing exactly who is responsible for this tax can avoid conflicts and unexpected costs during the property transfer process.Who Must Pay the IBI?- The...
23-Jul-2025
General Regulations on Cash PaymentsIn Spain, there are strict regulations on the use of cash, aimed at combating tax fraud and money laundering. Law 7/2012 and the Beneficial Ownership Act establish controls to ensure the traceability of transactions and the...
22-Jul-2025
If an heir neither accepts nor renounces an inheritance, the situation can become quite complicated from a legal and tax perspective. The right to accept or reject the inheritance, known as ius delationis, is not left in the air: if the heir dies without expre...
21-Jul-2025
The cadastral reference value, introduced by Law 11/2021, has established itself as an essential element for fiscal transparency in the Spanish real estate market. The General Directorate of Cadastre determines this value based on the purchase price recorded a...