Post Date: May 2, 2017
Those looking to buy villas in Estepona could soon find that they have a new national park on their doorstep, at least if certain campaigners get their way.
As reported by The Olive Press, a petition has been launched for the Sierra Bermeja mountain range to be granted national park status jointly with neighbouring Sierra de las Nieves in Ronda. More...
Post Date: April 20, 2017
The Spanish government has provided yet more eye-catching news for those looking at the current houses for sale on the Costa del Sol, revealing in its latest set of figures for the residential property market that home sales went up by 1.2% during February compared to the same month last year.
Some 35,610 home sales were recorded by the country’s...
Post Date: April 6, 2017
It should probably go without saying that those who sell or buy apartments in Sotogrande, Estepona, Marbella or another part of the Costa del Sol will want to be well-versed in the relevant tax situation before they make their move.
Such individuals are likely to be heartened by the news of the Spanish Constitutional Court’s ruling that homeowners...
Post Date: March 30, 2017
It seems that with every passing month, there have been new reasons for those perusing the current townhouses, villas and apartments for sale in Estepona and other parts of the Costa del Sol to feel encouraged to invest. Among the most recent developments, for example, is a property market analysis by the BBVA bank, suggesting that Spanish residential...
Post Date: March 13, 2017
Among the various interesting trends that we have been seen in the property market in Spain in recent years, one of those that we reckon will particularly fascinate some of those looking to buy property on the Costa del Sol is the increasing popularity of new builds.
That is the observation of one key Spanish property market figure, Nigel Salmon, who...
Post Date: February 23, 2017
It seems that recent high levels of interest in property for sale on the Costa del Sol remain undimmed, new data having shown 14% growth in the Spanish property market last year. This represents the steepest increase in home sales in the country since the period leading up to the previous real estate boom.
According to the National Institute of Statistics,...
Post Date: February 9, 2017
For those who buy villas in Sotogrande, Estepona or any other popular area of the Costa del Sol with the intention of renting out their property, it is imperative to be well-versed in matters of law and other sensitive aspects of life as a landlord in Spain.
Your own tenant could criminally prosecute you in the most extreme cases, so what are some of...
Post Date: February 2, 2017
While recent statistics have pointed to steadily increasing sales volumes and values for Spanish property, it is important for prospective buyers to realise that prices have not yet returned to their 2006 highs. There therefore remains much scope for these potential purchasers to grab a bargain property that will also represent a very worthwhile long-term...
Post Date: February 2, 2017
At a time when an analysis by one UK-based relocation service has found that Spain is one of the best countries for those looking to get a foot on the property ladder, you may be interested in learning why it really is such a good idea to buy property on the Costa del Sol this year.
Indeed, recent news stories seem to back up suggestions that the Spanish...
Post Date: January 18, 2017
After a 2016 in which a much greater number of people looked to
Post Date: January 11, 2017
Another prosperous year for the Spanish property sector has come to a close, with the nation seeing a rise in property prices across every single region.
Many experts acknowledge that 2016 was a great year for the real estate market in Spain, and now predictions are being made about the direction of the sector this year.
Demand from international buyers...
Post Date: January 4, 2017
The year that brought political uncertainty across Spain and world-shaking events that adversely affected the UK economy has been a prosperous one for the Spanish property market, according to a report published by valuation firm ST Tasación.
ST reported that new builds in Spain had increased in overall price by 3.3% as demand grew for Spanish property....
Post Date: December 20, 2016
US interest in Spanish property has increased by 25%
Statistics have shown that US investors in Spanish property have gone up by a quarter, as Spain becomes an ever-more popular destination for expats from America as well as Europe.
This increase comes after the surprising results of the latest presidential election, naming the real estate mogul Donald...
Post Date: December 19, 2016
Coastal areas of Spain are becoming an even bigger hotspot for British property buyers, with sales rising exponentially in 2016 when compared to the previous year.
Information gathered from the Spanish registrars points to the south-east coast of Spain as a particular hotspot. Research shows that this region has experienced resurgence in interest, particularly...
Post Date: November 29, 2016
Regardless of where you live in the world, the likelihood is that you will still need to pay taxes like the rest of us – and Spain is no exception.
Whether you wish to let your property to holidaymakers or simply aspire to become a resident of one of the many beautiful locales of the properties that we advertise here at Winkworth, it is highly advisable...
Post Date: November 25, 2016
Besides the fabulous beaches, blazing sun and incredible beauty of the countryside, Spain is also revered as a top destination for golfers.
For those looking to make more time for golf, moving to Spain could open up a world of amazing opportunities to indulge in the hobby.
The magnificent luxury properties that are advertised through Winkworth offer...
Post Date: November 10, 2016
Figures from Spain’s central statistics unit continue to show increasing numbers of properties being sold in Spain. Residential property sales in the country rose by an impressive 13.2% between September 2015 and September 2016, with 34,931 sales recorded during the latter month.
This improvement upon last year’s figures shows a continuing trend...
Post Date: November 3, 2016
The worst was expected by many Britons soon after the result of the recent EU referendum was announced, amid worries about the prospect of stifled economic growth, diminished trade relationships and a hefty depreciation in the value of sterling.
The pound has indeed dropped greatly in value, with a strong decrease occurring from 22nd June onwards. The...
Post Date: October 27, 2016
A report has been published suggesting that the ongoing renaissance of the Spanish property market is poised to maintain its momentum well into 2017, as houses for sale in Sotogrande, Marbella and many other popular Spanish regions continue to be rapidly snapped up.
According to BBVA Research, the number of property sales in Spain will rise by an impressive...
Post Date: October 25, 2016
Between 2005 and now, Marbella experienced a great deal of political turmoil, with several corrupt politicians apprehended, the Town Council dissolved and the local money laundering epidemic tackled in the most public manner.
During this period, tourism numbers declined dramatically, as did the number of property buyers and the wider Spanish market....
Post Date: October 25, 2016
Property sales statistics indicate that a total of 35,501 properties were sold in Spain during August – exceeding 35,000 sales for the first time in six years.
The statistics, published on 7th October, show that the number of sales generated in August of this year was 20.3% up on the same month in 2015.
The Spanish market enjoying a strong rebound...
Post Date: October 25, 2016
The Ministry of Development has released its figures on the Spanish property market for the second quarter of 2016, and it remains clear that the opportunity to buy houses in the Costa del Sol is proving too irresistible an opportunity for many overseas investors. Malaga, for example, recorded 2,720 sales to foreign nationals during the period.
A total...
Post Date: October 25, 2016
If there is an especially advantageous time to buy a property in the Costa del Sol, that time may be now, at least if recent data from the recovering Spanish property market is anything to go by.
Not only do the Ministry of Development’s latest published residential property statistics show a 2% rise in the average cost of housing in Spain during...
Post Date: October 25, 2016
Whether you are looking to purchase from our current generous range of villas in Marbella or are perusing property in other parts of the Costa del Sol, here at Winkworth, we can assure you that the lifestyle accessible to you in this part of the world will be suitable almost irrespective of your specific tastes.
Only the very best for you and your family
Although...
Post Date: October 25, 2016
One of the many things that we are asked about by those looking for houses for sale in the Costa del Sol is what locals and tourists alike tend to do in their spare time in this highly desirable area of Spain.
While it would take days to list every single appealing activity that can be enjoyed in the region, we can nonetheless provide a quick guide...
