The following recommendations are intended to protect your investment and if followed should ensure a problem-free purchase.
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Use a reputable agent with licensed premises open to the public. |
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Do your research and get some idea of what to expect when you arrive in Spain. |
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Have access to a deposit of 6.000€ so that you don’t miss out. |
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Use an agent affiliated to the Interagency Network to ensure the widest selection of property and prices that reflect the true market value. |
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Visualise yourself in the property. Prepare a checklist, take notes and ask yourself questions, such as; is the balcony large enough for a dining table? |
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Try to save money by not using a lawyer. The pitfalls of going it alone could prove very costly. |
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Pay a deposit to a private vendor as you may have trouble getting it back in the event of non completion, should the vendor be at fault. |
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Buy the first property you see. Try to set aside at least 3 days for a viewing trip and make comparisons to ensure you buy the right property. |
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Forget to include costs such as tax when calculating your budget. As a rule these amount to 10 – 11% of the property price. |
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Don’t rely on advice from friends who have been there and done that. Ask the experts, use your common sense and make up your own mind. |
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