The acronym AFO – Asimilado Fuera de ordenación – has become a talking point amongst rural property owners and buyers in many areas of Spain. This is because many regions have brought in regulations governing properties built in rural areas
I was delighted to receive a Certificate of recognition for De Cotta Law for its contribution to the local community in Spain on Saturday. At a Garden Party held in Madrid at the Ambassador’s residence on Royal Wedding day a
Do you have assets in England or outside of Spain? You should always have a Spanish will for Spanish assets – if this is over 2 years old it is a good idea to get it reviewed due to changes
As a result of recent inheritance tax changes Andalucia is now one of the most attractive places in Europe to buy property. Not only due to its wonderful climate, culture and beaches but also to a very favourable inheritance tax
There have been a lot of harbingers of doom about Brexit and British citizens buying property and moving to Spain. However, on re-reading the Joint Report of the UK Government and the European commission of 8th December 2017 it is
Clients who own property in Spain are often concerned about both the taxes they will pay on sale and the transfer of their funds after sale. For British clients there can be the additional worry about converting the funds into
Ensure that the legal title is checked and that the property can be sold free of any debts and charges Establish with an English speaking independent lawyer if the property is fully licenced and that no administrative or legal sanctions
All property owners in Spain have to pay local taxes – Impuesto de bienes inmueble – IBI – to their local Town Hall. These taxes or local rates are revised from time to time. They are based on the catastral
With experienced lawyers working in all areas of litigation we thought it would be helpful to look at the presentation of valid evidence in court proceedings. This can make all the difference in obtaining a decision in your favour in
This year 2018 brings good news for family members who inherit property and assets bringing inheritance tax reductions in Andalucia. The regional tax has been reduced, with spouses, children, parents and those registered as partners – parejas de hecho –
In Spain it is possible to obtain court injunctions where there is evidence that a neighbour is building on part of your property or building without a licence and the construction affects your property rights. For example, if you live
When a spouse or family members dies having left no will in Spain or outside Spain the procedure can be very costly and time consuming. In the UK you can generally notify the Land Registry, the banks etc to transfer
