Patricia Andrés

With a degree in Advertising and Public Relations from Pompeu Fabra University, she has built a distinguished career in digital content and specialized communications. With over 10 years of experience, her work focuses on writing articles about housing, regulations, the real estate market, and practical advice for buyers and tenants."

IBI and the waste collection tax: the fixed costs you will have as a property owner in Spain

IBI and the waste collection tax: the fixed costs you will have as a property owner in Spain

When buying a property, we don’t just take on the purchase price or the mortgage. Being a homeowner means facing a series of fixed annual and recurring expenses that are part of maintaining the property. Among the most important are the Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles (IBI) and the waste...

How much savings do you need to buy a €300,000 apartment in Spain?

How much savings do you need to buy a €300,000 apartment in Spain?

Buying a home involves more than simply paying the price shown in the listing. In addition to the property price, we must factor in the deposit, taxes, and other costs associated with the transaction. That’s why, before starting your search, it’s essential to be clear about how much money...

Can I be appointed president of the community of owners if I don’t live in Spain?

25 February 2026

Can I be appointed president of the community of owners if I don’t live in Spain?

Buying a property in Spain does not always mean living in it permanently. In many cases, the property is used as a second home, rented out, or simply kept as an investment while the owner resides in another country. This situation raises practical questions about obligations within the community of...

How is the housing market in Andalusia if I want to buy as a foreigner?

24 February 2026

How is the housing market in Andalusia if I want to buy as a foreigner?

Spain is one of the most popular countries to live in among foreign nationals, and this is clearly reflected in the property market. According to data from the Colegio de Registradores, 13.58% of the property transactions completed in the third quarter of 2025 were carried out by foreign...

Can I buy a house in Spain without being there? Everything about power of attorney

23 February 2026

Can I buy a house in Spain without being there? Everything about power of attorney

The purchase of property by foreigners in Spain is becoming increasingly common. Although the process of buying a property in Spain while living abroad is similar to that of a resident, a very common question arises: is it mandatory to be physically present to buy a house? Spanish legislation...

The costs to consider when maintaining a home in Spain as a non-resident foreign buyer

18 February 2026

The costs to consider when maintaining a home in Spain as a non-resident foreign buyer

In addition to the purchase price of a home, owning property in Spain involves a series of recurring expenses that it is advisable to know in advance in order to plan your budget properly. Municipal taxes, utilities, community fees or maintenance costs are part of the day-to-day responsibilities of...

Mortgage requirements to buy a home in Spain if I live abroad

17 February 2026

Mortgage requirements to buy a home in Spain if I live abroad

Buying a home in Spain while living abroad is possible (and quite common), but the key is understanding two things: what the bank will require from us to grant a mortgage and which parts of the purchase process can be completed remotely. At Fotocasa, we break it down step by step so that we...

From Cádiz to Guipúzcoa: where do foreigners buy property in Spain?

16 February 2026

From Cádiz to Guipúzcoa: where do foreigners buy property in Spain?

In Spain, buying a home by foreign nationals is neither occasional nor anecdotal. In the third quarter of 2025, transactions carried out by foreign buyers accounted for 13.58% of total property sales, according to the latest report from the Spanish Land Registry (Registro de la Propiedad), a figure...

Step by step: How to sell your home in Spain as a non-resident foreigner

13 February 2026

Step by step: How to sell your home in Spain as a non-resident foreigner

Selling a property in Spain as a non-resident foreigner is entirely feasible, but it comes with certain specific legal and tax considerations that are worth understanding from the outset. Not being familiar with Spanish regulations, not knowing current market prices, or being unable to travel...

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