Costa Blanca is one of Spain’s most desirable coastal regions for property buyers, retirees, and families seeking a high quality of life. Beautiful beaches, world-class healthcare, and excellent climate make it a top relocation destination, but for families, education options are one of the first priorities when choosing where to live. In this guide, we’ll cover the best international schools and...
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Spain is one of Europe’s top destinations for property investors, retirees, digital nomads, and second-home buyers. Alongside lifestyle appeal and real estate opportunities, one critical factor non-residents must understand is healthcare in Spain—especially private health insurance requirements. Whether you’re relocating, investing in Spanish property, or applying for a residency visa, this guide...
The week after New Year is one of the most underrated times to be on the Costa Blanca. The Christmas lights are still on, the weather is mild compared to Northern Europe, and the crowds of summer have disappeared. Whether you’re here on holiday, escaping the cold, or using this time to explore living in Costa Blanca and buying property in Spain, there are plenty of things to do in the first week of...
As we say goodbye to 2025 and welcome 2026, we want to pause and say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has been part of the Real Estate Guru journey this year. Whether you moved to Costa Blanca, invested in a holiday home, or simply started to explore the idea of buying property in Spain, you are the reason we do what we do. New Year’s Eve in Spain - Nochevieja - is all about hope, tradition and...
Christmas in Spain has a special kind of magic. Lights in the streets, the smell of roasted chestnuts, children excited about presents and parades, long family dinners that seem to stretch late into the night… As the festive season arrives on the Costa Blanca, we at Real Estate Guru simply want to pause for a moment and say: thank you. Thank you for being part of our year This year we have...
A) Due diligence & paperwork Not pulling a fresh “nota simple” Confirms ownership, charges, easements, and embargoes. Use the Colegio de Registradores online service. Misunderstanding deposit contracts (“arras”) Deposit contract (Arras penitenciales) (Civil Code art. 1454), give both parties the right to withdraw from the contract. If the buyer backs out, they lose the deposit....
If you’re thinking about living in Costa Blanca or planning a winter trip to explore the Costa Blanca real estate market, Christmas and New Year are the perfect moments to experience real Spanish life. Streets are full of lights, families gather for long dinners, and unique Spanish Christmas traditions fill December and January with colour and emotion. In this guide we’ll walk through the most...
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If you are planning to buy property in Spain, live in Spain long-term, or invest in Spanish real estate, you’ll need to understand what the NIE (Número de Identidad de Extranjero) and TIE (Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero) are, and how to get them. These are key documents for anyone dealing with property purchase, taxes, or residency in Spain. NIE (Número de Identidad de Extranjero) is your...
Why Now Is the Best Time to Buy Property in Costa Blanca, Spain The Spanish real estate market is stronger than ever, offering a perfect moment for anyone looking to buy property in Spain—whether for living, investment, or as a holiday home. According to recent data from the Spanish National Statistics Institute (INE), property prices in Spain increased by around 6%–9% in 2024, marking the fastest...