During my four years in the property market here on the Costa Blanca, I have watched many pack up and leave those dismal UK skies with high hopes for a cheaper and better way of life in the sun. However, Spain no longer offers a cheap lifestyle. In that time, I have seen many friends forced to return to the UK for financial reasons ....... Living in Spain >>.

Living in Spain in Winter

Whenever you read about life on the Costas, it will mention the 320 days of sunshine, and mild year round climate. However, the true reality is that its bloody cold in winter! ....... Spain in winter >>.

Bull Running in Spain

Although everyone knows of Spain’s famous bullfights, many will not be aware of the ‘scaled down’ version – bull running. Sometimes just as dangerous to humans – although the bulls don’t get killed, this ‘sport’ is something that all the Spanish participate in – from children of 3 up ....... Bull running >>.

The Corre Foc – Run with fire - Dance of Fire or ‘Night of Hellfire’

The Corre Foc is difficult to describe to someone who has never been, but imagine packed streets, with masked ‘demons’ running through the crowds throwing fireworks in all directions, specially constructed Dragons with flames exploding from their nostrils and eerie background music and you’re half way there.... The Corre Foc >>.

Telefonica - the bane of my life

I would love to hear from anyone who has a good word to say about them. I used to think it was because we were English, but the Spanish also complain about them. With Telefonica the customer is never right. If you complain, they will just cut you off.... Telefonica >>.

Hospitals and having a baby in Spain

Last night my daughter gave birth to her second child in the hospital in Denia. On the 45 minute drive to the hospital which is our nearest, I wondered how on earth emergencies make it on time. When having a baby in Spain, the treatment is very different to what we are used to in the UK.... Having a baby in Spain >>.

Buying a Car – Driving in Spain

When buying a car in Spain, prepare for the fact that it may not look new for long! How many people can say they’ve driven through Spain and not been cut up on a roundabout, blocked in by someone double parking, had some irate driver 2” away from your bumper for miles, or come face to face with a driver on the wrong side of the road?.... Driving in Spain >>.

Spain’s Little Nasties

Creepy crawlies in Spain to watch out for include caterpillars, centipedes and spiders, whilst for pets it’s the sand flies, processional caterpillars and ticks….. Caterpillars, centipedes and spiders >>.

Full of the Joys of Spain

Despite living in Spain for five years now, I still admire the blue skies, green mountains and sparkling Med, every day thanking my higher conscience for making the decision to move.….. The joys of Spain >>.

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How to Choose your property in Spain

So you have come to the decision that you want to buy a property in Spain. Okay, now the decision has been made – what’s the next step? What started as a fairly simple decision is now turning into the most indecisive time of your life. Why? Information overload. ....... Spanish property >>.

Obtaining 100% mortgages

It is not easy getting 100% mortgages in Spain, but it can be done. Here we list a couple of ways to get around the 80% maximum lending rate to non-residents. ....... 100% mortgages in Spain >>.

Buying the right property in Spain for you

Many people are looking at the property purchase process the wrong way round. They find properties they like the look of, then plan their viewing trips – often without knowing an area at all. We all know that location is important, but requirements differ according to the reason for the purchase. ....... Buying the right Spanish property >>.

Viewing Spanish Property – dealing with Estate Agents

Contacting as many agents as you can before leaving home is generally not a good idea, from either your point of view or theirs. If you have built up a good rapport with one or two agents via email or telephone they will (or should have) a very good idea of what you are looking for and will have built a portfolio of suitable properties to show you by the time you arrive ...... Viewing Spanish property, estate agents in Spain >>.

Alternative Methods for Building in Spain

As Spanish property prices rise, many are looking for a cheaper alternative to the traditional build methods. Many alternative build methods really do offer you, the buyer, the chance to buy an exceptional property in Spain at half the cost of a conventional build property ....... Alternative building methods, Timber frame homes >>

Spanish Property Prices

Despite rumours that the bubble has burst on the Spanish property market, recent figures for the last quarter of 2005 suggest that this is not true.... Spanish property prices >>

Double-Your-Money Property Investments in Spain

Rises in value that have enabled most property investors in Spain to comfortably and easily double their money… Property Investments Spain >>

New Legislation Has Made It Safer To Invest In Spanish Property

It is the intention of the Spanish authorities to attract and keep foreign investments – hence the recent enactment of laws in Spain… Safer to Invest in Spanish Property >>

Golf Properties & golf resorts Spain

Owners of golf properties in Spain will usually have the benefit of a championship standard golf course on their doorstep, plus hotels, spas, indoor swimming pools, horse riding centre, shopping mall, sports centres, water activities, schools and medical centres as well as 24-hour security, although each golf resort will differ slightly.… Golf properties & golf resorts Spain >>

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