Journal
How to buy a villa in Spain as a foreigner: 2026 guide
NIE, bank account, deposit contract and notary: the complete purchase process step by step, with the costliest mistakes we see repeated.
Selling a luxury property: why discretion sells higher
Overexposure burns singular assets. We explain when to list, when to sell off-market and how to protect perceived value.
New builds on the Costa Blanca: keys to buying off-plan
Bank guarantees, payment milestones and customisation: what to demand before reserving a home under construction.
Marina Alta's prime market closes 2025 at record highs
Average villa pricing tops €4,100/sqm on the front line for the first time. We analyse transactions, nationalities and the 2026 outlook.
A perfect day in Jávea: the locals' guide
From sunrise at Cap de Sant Antoni to a late-lunch rice at La Fontana: our personal itinerary, far from the tourist-guide routes.
The Golden Visa is over: real alternatives for non-EU investors
After the end of the property investment visa, we review current routes: non-lucrative visa, digital nomad and business investment.