VAT Increase to 21% on Tourist Rentals: Government Announcement The Government of Spain has announced, as part of a housing package of measures from June 2026, its intention to raise the VAT on tourist apartments that provide hotel-type services from the current 10% to 21%. This is a proposal under processing, not an approved law....Read More

Reverse Mortgage vs. Sale of Bare Ownership (with Life Usufruct)   Do you need liquidity and want to keep living in your home? When someone owns their home but wants to increase income, cover medical expenses, help family members, or simply live with greater peace of mind, two common options usually come up: Reverse mortgage...Read More

Buying property in the Valencian Community will be more profitable from June 2026: Key tax changes for foreign investors From 1 June 2026, the Valencian Community will introduce significant tax changes that will make property investment more attractive, particularly for foreign buyers purchasing property or formalising property transactions in Spain. The reform affects two fundamental...Read More

What are setbacks and why are they key if you are going to buy a plot of land in Spain?   “Set… what?” If you are thinking of buying a plot of land in Spain to build your home, there is an urban planning concept that you should be aware of from the beginning: setbacks...Read More