Property Guides & Legal Advice in Altea Spain

Most people who buy a home on the Costa Blanca do not live here yet. They see the property on one trip, go home, and then discover that the purchase needs them in Spain again — for the NIE, for the bank, for the notary. Flights, hotels, days off work, and a completion date that moves because somebody cannot get here. It does not have to be that way. A Spanish purchase can be completed from start to finish by power of attorney, and it is entirely normal practice.

Thinking of moving to Spain? Discover 15 expert tips from Michelle Hughes, owner of VillaMia Real Estate in Jávea, covering visas, residency, buying property, healthcare, costs, paperwork and settling into life on the Costa Blanca. Whether you’re relocating permanently or buying a holiday home, this practical guide will help you prepare for a smooth move to Spain.

Located between the vibrant city of Benidorm and the charming town of Altea, Albir has evolved into one of the most attractive residential areas on the Costa Blanca North. With its beachfront promenade, relaxed atmosphere, international community and growing property market, Albir continues to attract buyers from across Europe, particularly Scandinavia, the UK, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany.

Inherited a property on the Costa Blanca? Learn what happens next, from inheritance tax and wills to accepting the inheritance, registering the property and selling it.

Buying a villa in Spain? An architect can check what has actually been built against the Land Registry, Cadastre and licences before you sign a deposit contract.

Buying a front-line property in Spain? Learn how the Coastal Law, protection zones, public domain and concessions can affect your purchase before you sign a deposit contract.

Buying property in Spain? Understand individual, joint and company ownership, and why deciding who goes on the deeds matters before signing a deposit contract.

Before buying a property in Spain, check who has the legal right to sell. Discover how co-owners, inheritances and company ownership can affect your purchase.

Is your Spanish property fully registered? Discover how undeclared pools, extensions and converted garages can affect mortgages, property deeds and sales.

Buying property in Spain? Discover the risks of reservation agreements and deposit contracts, and what to check before signing to protect your money.