When the good weather arrives and the summer days are approaching, we want more than ever to take advantage of our terraces and spend a good time with friends, family, reading or, why not, taking a siesta. To make this space cosy and get the most out of it, in this...
Real estate investment is one of the most profitable and secure investments. That is why, if you have a house and you want to make it profitable, it is important that you know some ways to increase the value of a home. This way, with an investment that is not too...
The usufruct is a figure that is commonly used in the management and enjoyment of real estate. In this post, we tell you what a beneficial owner is and detail the rights and obligations that affect them. How is a beneficial owner defined? A beneficial owner is defined...
The right of first refusal and retraction are preferential acquisition rights that tenants of homes and boundaries have in the case of rural properties. In general terms, said rights allow the owner thereof to acquire an asset with preference over any other person who...
Improving our environment to achieve a more sustainable planet is nowadays one of the most important factors to take into account when investing in a home. Thus, energy-efficient homes have become increasingly popular in the market, as they not only help to prevent...
Wondering what is home staging? Home staging originated in the United States in the 1970s, and arrived in Europe in the 1990s. In Spain it started to be used in 2000. Currently, more than half of the homes that are sold or rented in the United States use home staging...
When buying or renovating a home, it is important to know what types of boiler you can install. This will help you choose the one that best suits your home and your needs. After all, the good life is also about feeling good at home. Gas boilers You could compare the...
Probably there is someone around you who is always talking about their home automation system. Maybe you have even thought about installing automatic blinds or a temperature control system at some point. But it can feel daunting to take the plunge when we are not...
If you are planning to buy a property, you may be wondering whether you need a real estate attorney. The fact is: a sale can be done without the assistance of an attorney, but you will not be under the same level of protection and you may sign things that do not work...
Title deeds and land registry. These words can raise many questions when it comes to buying a home: what are each of these procedures, are they compulsory, who can help me to carry them out successfully, and how should I proceed? It may seem complicated, but if you...
One of the doubts you may have when buying a home is whether to buy off-plan –buying the property before it is built– or buying the finished product. Each option has its advantages, like everything else, but buying an off-plan home deserves some attention. Because the...
When calculating the costs of buying a home in Spain, you should bear in mind that there is more to it than just the price of the property. Here is a list, to make sure you are not taken by surprise. Go for it: living on the Spanish coast is worth it! Direct...
When buying a new home, we know that there are many options to be considered. Location, size, rooms, orientation, specifications... But it doesn't stop there, because the procedures when buying a home can become a bit complicated at times. At Sonneil, we know all the...
If you have decided to buy a home in Spain, it is important that you learn about the Prevention of Money Laundering procedure. Don't be intimidated by the name, it's just a formality (although essential for buying your home). Since the Law on Prevention of Money...
Buying a home involves a series of steps and decisions that can sometimes make us a bit dizzy. If you are going to buy a home in Spain and need financing, it is important that you are familiar with this term: Euribor. Because the good life comes with some...
Buying a home is an exciting process, especially if you are moving to the Spanish coast! But it can also involve some uncertainties that result in moments when you feel somewhat lost. That is why you should get all the professional advice you can get. In this regard,...
Having a home on the Spanish coast has many advantages: the sun, the sea, good weather... and the best advantage for foreigners is the possibility of obtaining a Golden Visa. Haven't you heard of it? The Golden Visa is a special residence visa for investors who...
Having a sustainable home is not a utopia. We are increasingly aware of the footprint we leave on the planet. And not only the footprint that people leave, but also the one left by our homes. We bring you some easy-to-follow tips so that you can reduce the...
If you have a property in Spain but you are not a resident, you should take into account the payment of Non-Resident Income Tax. This tax must be filed through Model 210. Bureaucracy is not the easiest thing in the world, so we help you learn more about this tax and...
When it comes to moving to a new country, moving your car can cause more than a headache. What formalities do I have to go through? What taxes do I have to pay? Which companies can arrange transportation for my car? We will try to answer all these questions. Because...
Find the best international schools in Spain Moving to another country is an adventure in which we hope that the new path will lead us to a better destination. If the transition is bearable, the experience will translate into growth, rather than becoming a hindrance...
A new life in Spain can be accompanied by a decision as important as an adoption, so to create the home you have always dreamed of. In this sense, Spain is a flexible country regarding the requirements for adoption. Because the good life is better when shared. 😊 What...
Okay, the topic of taxes is not the most pleasant thing in the world, but it is necessary to know the types of taxes in order to avoid any surprises. The inheritance tax is one of them. Whenever there is a donation, inheritance or transmission within Spanish...
If you don't know how to get a mortgage in Spain, you will be so glad after reading this post! Did you know that the granting of mortgages in Spain is one of the most advantageous in Europe? This means that you can buy a property with minimum interest rates, and all...
Are you looking for your dream home in the best place in the world? First of all, make sure you know how to buy real estate in Spain and meet all the requirements. Also, here you can check out the taxes and cost of purchasing property in Spain. How to buy real estate...
A little-known fact among expats living in Spain is that if you are a full-time resident in the country you are entitled to vote in local and European elections. An even lesser known fact is that you can actually stand as a candidate in local elections and even run...
If you just moved in your apartment and you find the electricity shut down, you should know that you will have to contact an electricity provider and sign a new contract. It is important that you do it as soon as possible, since subscribing to an electricity...
Apart from driving on the other side of the road, there are a number of significant differences with the driving experience in Spain, starting with the whole process of getting your licence. So in this article Sonneil will explain how to go about getting your driving...
Moving to a foreign country with your pet requires proper planning. If you want to travel to Spain, regardless of the duration of your trip, it is best to check in advance the laws and regulations regarding the importation of pets. Legally, only dogs, cats and ferrets...
Some people find moving to a new house an incredibly stressful experience. Not only do you have to sort out all your personal belongings and pack up your life in boxes, but there’s a ton of red tape and paperwork to do, such as changing bills into your name, setting...
Healthcare in Spain is a source of national pride. If you have decided to start a new life in Spain, congratulations! You have made the right choice. However, there are certain aspects of life in Spain that you should take into account when moving here. For example,...
If you are planning to purchase a property in Spain you will need to obtain a NIE number to do all the paperwork or to make any transaction in Spain, e.g. opening a bank account, applying for funding, paying your taxes, etc. The so-called NIE is an acronym for Número...
If you are reading this is because you are probably thinking about selling a property in Spain, maybe to buy a new, bigger or smaller one, or closer to the beach? Whatever your reason is, Sonneil can help you also to sell your property in Spain. Keep reading and...
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