How to Buy Property in Mijas as a Foreigner: 2026 Complete Guide
Step-by-step guide covering NIE, due diligence, costs, taxes and legal protection for foreign buyers on the Costa del Sol.
Expert legal articles for expats, foreign buyers and residents in Mijas, La Cala de Mijas, Fuengirola and across the Costa del Sol.
Step-by-step guide covering NIE, due diligence, costs, taxes and legal protection for foreign buyers on the Costa del Sol.
Everything you need to know about the NIE: what it is, why you need it, and how to apply from Spain or abroad.
A Spanish will saves your family months of stress and thousands in legal costs. Find out why it's essential and how to make one.
Understand the Spanish divorce process, timelines, costs, and how to protect your assets and children's interests.
From ISD tax to EU Regulation 650/2012, this guide explains how inheritances work in Spain for foreign nationals.
Can you still get a Golden Visa in Spain in 2026? Latest requirements, property thresholds, timelines, and what the proposed changes mean.
A practical comparison of the two most common business structures for foreigners in Spain, with step-by-step formation guidance.
Spending more than 183 days in Spain? Understand when you trigger tax residency, what it means for your income, and how to plan ahead.
A full breakdown of every tax and cost you need to budget for when buying property on the Costa del Sol in 2026.
From the Non-Lucrative Visa to the TIE card, a complete guide for British nationals who want to live in Spain in 2026.
How a Spanish Power of Attorney lets you buy property, apply for NIE, and handle legal matters without being present in Spain.
Everything you need to know about comunidades de propietarios: fees, meetings, disputes, and your legal rights as an owner.

IRPF, IRNR, plusvalía, key exemptions, and the 3% retention for non-residents. Everything sellers need to know before completing.

LTV ratios, documentation, fixed vs variable rates, and lender options for non-resident buyers on the Costa del Sol.

LAU rental contracts, 5-year minimums, deposit rules, tourist lets, and the eviction process explained for the Costa del Sol.

Licencia de obra mayor vs menor, illegal works, demolition orders, and how to legalise existing illegal extensions in Mijas.

Modelo 210, deemed income on non-rented properties, rental income rates, and what happens if you've never filed.

Bank guarantees, developer contracts, IVA, delivery risks, and your rights if a project is delayed or cancelled on the Costa del Sol.

Noise, boundary disputes, illegal works, and overhanging trees — your legal routes and how to escalate effectively in Mijas.

What it is, who pays it, the two calculation methods since the 2021 Constitutional Court ruling, and when it's zero.
Capitulaciones matrimoniales: how to choose separación de bienes, protect your property, and what they can and cannot cover.
Flat 24% on Spanish income for up to 6 years. Who qualifies, how much you save, and the critical 6-month application deadline.
How Spain's 90+ tax treaties work, UK pension rules, rental income, dividends, and practical steps to avoid being taxed twice.