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Foreclosure Auctions: Preferential Liens

Foreclosure auctions can be a good opportunity to acquire a property at a lower price. However, it is important to know the encumbrances that exist in them to avoid problems. The encumbrances in an auction are divided into encumbrances prior to the executed debt, encumbrances subsequent to the executed debt, and preferred debts. Misreading the property's registry certificate or being unaware of these encumbrances will almost certainly result in a failed investment in the auction.

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Your Property Finder in the Costa del Sol, Spain

Are you looking for your dream home in the Costa del Sol, Spain? Would you like to save time and money on your search and have the assurance of having the best experts in each area? Then you're in luck because Valido Home has just launched a new service you will love.

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Digital Nomad Visa in Spain

The new visa for digital nomads in Spain has been published and is now available for all foreigners who wish to work remotely in the country. In this article, we present a complete guide on all the necessary requirements for this new residency, the tax benefits that can be obtained, and other important legal tips to keep in mind before applying.

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What is co-ownership and how does it work in Spain?

Co-ownership is a business model that is revolutionizing the second home market in Spain. This model allows those interested in acquiring a second home to divide the property equally and buy a fraction of it. The fractions that a single buyer can acquire can never reach 50% of the total. Expenses are divided among co-owners and the right to enjoy the property is for six weeks per year, including one week during high season.

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How To Get The Spanish Golden Visa

The Golden Visa is a program that offers foreign investors the opportunity to obtain residency in Spain, and therefore in all European countries affiliated with the Schengen Area, in exchange for a significant investment in the country. The program has been popular among investors seeking a way to obtain residency in Europe, as it is essentially a shortcut for those willing to purchase a real estate property of €500,000 or more in Spanish territory.

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How To Buy a House In Spain Using Bitcoins

If you're looking for information on how to buy a house with Bitcoin in Spain, you'll likely find articles that tell you it's possible but ultimately advise you to convert your Bitcoins into Euros before completing the transaction. However, this is not what you were looking for. In this article, we will explain how to buy and sell a house in Spain using Bitcoin without converting them into Euros.

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Home Purchase: Why You Need an Expert in Real Estate Law

In Spain, unlike other countries in our environment, there is a belief that if a real estate agent, a notary, and the bank that grants us the mortgage are involved in the purchase-sale transaction, any problem or inconvenience will be warned by one of these parties and therefore avoided before becoming a catastrophe. Nothing could be further from the truth.

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Surging Demand: Americans Increasingly Buying Homes in Spain

Americans significantly increased the purchase of homes in Spain, with a 90% increase in transactions since 2019. In the first half of 2022 alone, they bought 1,162 homes, 75.5% more than in the same period of 2021. Experts point to structural and cyclical factors to explain this bullish trend. Spain is seen as an investment option in luxury properties.

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Buying with Valido Home vs Traditional Real Estate Purchase

Buying a home is one of the most important decisions you can make in life, but in most cases, it is based on emotional decisions and not a professional analysis of the real situation of the property. This can lead many buyers to become trapped in legal and economic problems resulting from poor purchase management.

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Legal Verification: A Must Before Buying a Property in Spain

Buying a home is one of the most significant financial transactions a person can make in their lifetime. Therefore, the buyer must be properly informed and advised before signing any contract or delivering any amount of money. One crucial aspect is to know the property's ownership situation. In this sense, it is essential to know the difference between naked ownership and usufruct, as it can significantly affect the property's value and use.

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Malaga: Leading In The Increase Of Price In Luxury Homes.

Malaga, located on the Costa del Sol, is known for its warm climate, beaches, and tourist attractions. However, it is also a very attractive place for those looking for a luxury home. According to a report by the real estate platform Idealista, Malaga is the second Spanish province with the most expensive villas, after the Balearic Islands.

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Property Inspection: The key to buying a second-hand house without risks

Buying a second-hand house can be exciting and the best solution when the buyer's priority is its location, but it's important to keep in mind that the risk involved in this case is greater than when buying a new house from a developer, as any physical defects that may arise will be legally covered for a period ranging from one year to ten, depending on the type of problem.