Patricia Andrés

03 June 2026

Where to buy a house in Northern Spain? The best areas and prices to live in 2026

Pamplona, Oviedo and Santander lead the national quality of life ranking by MWCC and Numbeo thanks to their excellent public services, safety and low pollution levels. The Basque Country is the most expensive autonomous community to buy a home in the north, registering the maximum price in San...

01 June 2026

What are the opening dates and rules for community pools in Spain in 2026? Complete guide

Community swimming pools in Spain are regulated simultaneously by Royal Decree 742/2013, the Horizontal Property Law (LPH), regional regulations, and the estate's own bylaws. The mandatory requirement to hire a lifeguard and the opening dates depend on each autonomous community, varying...

27 May 2026

The 20 cheapest towns to buy a house in Spain in 2026

Villanueva del Arzobispo (Jaén) leads the ranking as the most economical municipality in Spain, with a price of 657 €/m² (€52,556 for an 80 m² home in April 2026, according to data from Fotocasa). The majority of the cheapest towns are concentrated in Andalusia, Extremadura, and the two...

26 May 2026

Want to renovate your balcony in Spain? First, you will need to ask your neighbours for permission

According to the Civil Code, balconies and terraces are common elements for private use; you cannot alter their aesthetics without asking for permission. Altering the aesthetics of the facade without prior consent allows the homeowners' association to legally demand the reversal of the works to...

25 May 2026

Map of the spanish coast: the best beach towns to live in

Spain has 7,661 km of coastline where the wild climate of the Atlantic and the calm of the Mediterranean coexist. Donostia-San Sebastián is the most expensive coastal city to buy a home (€7,148/m²), while A Coruña and Vigo offer the most competitive prices (approx. €3,150/m²), according...

20 May 2026

Best places to live in Spain for expats: complete 2026 Guide

Valencia leads the 2025 quality of life ranking due to its balance of urban services, according to a study conducted by the InterNations expat community. Málaga has established itself as the main tech hub for digital nomads and foreign IT professionals thanks to investment from multinationals...

19 May 2026

Looking to live in Andalusia? The cheapest areas to live near the sea in 2026

In April 2026, the average housing price in Andalusia stands at €2,969/m² (€237,543 for an 80 m² apartment), according to the Fotocasa Real Estate Index. Lepe (Huelva) leads the savings with a price of €1,082/m², allowing the purchase of an 80 m² property for just €86,525 only 10...

18 May 2026

Living in Spain and working for a foreign company: which requirements and laws should you consider in 2026?

Workers who reside in Spain for more than 183 days a year acquire the status of tax residents and must pay Income Tax (IRPF) on their worldwide income in Spain, regardless of where the salary is generated. The "Beckham Law" for digital nomads allows for a fixed tax rate of 24% up to...

25 May 2026

Guide to buying a house in the Balearic Islands in 2026: which island and town to choose?

The average housing price in the Balearic Islands is €5,352/m² (€428,171 for an 80 m² property) in April 2026 according to Fotocasa data, with a year-on-year growth of 9.1%. Mallorca leads real estate demand in 2026 due to its balance between services and connectivity, highlighting areas...