Complete legal protection when you buy or sell property in Costa del Sol — from the first reservation to the keys and the Land Registry.
Whether you are buying a holiday apartment in Benalmádena, a family home in Mijas or a villa in Marbella or Estepona, the legal process on the Costa del Sol follows the same Andalusian rules — but every town has its own planning history, taxes and pitfalls.
From our office in La Cala de Mijas, Dolores Perujo acts as your property lawyer anywhere on the coast, in person or remotely with a power of attorney. One senior lawyer, one point of contact, from reservation to Land Registry.
Also serving: Málaga, Torremolinos, Benalmádena, Fuengirola, Mijas, Marbella, Estepona, Manilva, Nerja
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Land Registry (nota simple), debts and charges, IBI, community fees, planning status and licences checked before you pay a cent.
We draft or review the reservation and the private purchase contract (arras), with clear deadlines and deposit protection.
NIE numbers, Spanish bank account and coordination with your bank or broker if you need a mortgage.
We prepare and attend the signing of the title deed (escritura) — in person with you, or on your behalf with power of attorney.
Transfer tax or VAT, notary and Land Registry, change of utilities and IBI into your name.
Plusvalía, the 3% non-resident retention, capital gains, mortgage cancellation and everything the buyer's lawyer will ask for.
Most of our clients live outside Spain when they buy. With a power of attorney we handle NIEs, bank account, contracts, notary and taxes, and keep you updated by email, phone or video call.
Planning rules, IBI and plusvalía are set by each Town Hall. We know the differences between Fuengirola, Mijas, Marbella, Benalmádena, Estepona and the rest of the coast.
Before we start you receive a written quote covering our work from reservation to Land Registry, so you can budget the whole purchase with confidence.
Senior lawyer, personal attention, clear fees. Call, WhatsApp or send us your details — the first consultation is free.
Tell us about the property and your plans. You receive a clear written quote before we start.
We verify ownership, debts, licences and community status, and negotiate the reservation terms.
Usually a 10% deposit. We make sure the contract protects you if the seller pulls out or something is found.
Balance paid, title deed signed, keys handed over — with us at your side or acting for you.
We pay the taxes, register the deed in your name and transfer utilities and IBI.
As a rule of thumb, budget 10–12% on top of the price for a resale purchase. Selling as a non-resident? The buyer must withhold 3% of the price on account of your capital gains tax, which we help you reclaim if it exceeds what you owe.
Get a fixed quoteBook your free first consultation with Dolores Perujo — in English, Spanish or French.