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tax
Every article we have published on tax — market data, buying advice and on-the-ground perspective.
Buying guides · 11 min read
British Buyer’s Guide to Spanish Property: Tax, Costs & Legal Steps
The post-Brexit specifics for British buyers purchasing on the Costa del Sol: the 90/180-day rule, double taxation, Sterling conversion strategies, and what changed when the UK left the EU.
Maya Kallio · 24 April 2026
Finance · 10 min read
Spanish Property Tax for Non-Residents: Complete 2026 Breakdown
The complete non-resident tax picture for Spanish property owners: IBI, deemed rental income, wealth tax, capital gains, and the annual filings you cannot afford to miss.
Marco Elsinger · 29 April 2026
Finance · 9 min read
Closing Costs When Buying Property in Spain: Every Fee Explained
Every cost beyond the purchase price: ITP, IVA, notary, registro, lawyer, gestoría, and a line-by-line comparison of €1.5M resale vs new-build total costs.
Maya Kallio · 30 April 2026
Buying guides · 10 min read
Huis Kopen in Spanje: A Dutch Buyer’s Guide to Costa del Sol Property
The Netherlands-specific guide to buying on the Costa del Sol: box 3 tax implications, the belastingverdrag, where Dutch expats live, and why no currency conversion saves you thousands.
Maya Kallio · 8 May 2026
Buying guides · 10 min read
Immobilien Marbella: German Buyer’s Guide to Costa del Sol Luxury
The Germany-specific guide to Marbella property: Doppelbesteuerungsabkommen, Finanzamt obligations, where German buyers concentrate, and why “Porta Benus” gets 2,900 searches a month.
Marco Elsinger · 9 May 2026
Buying guides · 9 min read
Köpa Bostad i Spanien: Swedish Buyer’s Guide to Costa del Sol
Swedish buyers are the fastest-growing Nordic group on the Costa del Sol. This guide covers what you need to know about buying property in Spain as a Swedish national, from tax to areas to the quirks that surprise Scandinavian buyers.
Marco Elsinger · 3 June 2026
Finance · 9 min read
Wealth Tax in Spain: What Property Owners Actually Pay in 2026
Spain’s wealth tax applies to net assets above €700,000, with rates from 0.2% to 3.5% in Andalucía. For property owners, the key question is how your real estate is valued and what deductions you can claim. This guide covers the 2026 rules, the Solidarity Tax for large fortunes, and practical ways to reduce your bill legally.
Marco Elsinger · 17 June 2026
Finance · 10 min read
Spanish Inheritance Tax for Non-Residents: Rates, Exemptions & Planning
Spanish inheritance tax is paid by the person receiving the asset, not the estate. For non-residents inheriting Costa del Sol property, the rules changed significantly after the 2014 EU ruling. This guide covers Andalucía rates, the 99% reduction for close relatives, double taxation treaties, and why a separate Spanish will is essential.
Maya Kallio · 18 June 2026
Finance · 9 min read
Tax on Rental Income in Spain: What Non-Resident Landlords Owe
Non-resident landlords in Spain face two separate tax obligations: tax on actual rental income when the property is let, and imputed income tax when it sits empty. EU residents pay 19% on net income with expense deductions. Non-EU residents pay 24% on gross income with no deductions. This guide covers both, with worked examples.
Marco Elsinger · 19 June 2026
Finance · 8 min read
Plusvalía Tax When Selling Property in Spain: How It Works in 2026
The plusvalía is a municipal tax on the increase in land value since you acquired the property. The 2021 Constitutional Court ruling overhauled the calculation method, and sellers can now choose whichever of two formulas gives the lower amount. Here is how it works in 2026, with practical examples.
Maya Kallio · 20 June 2026
Finance · 10 min read
Buying Spanish Property Through an SL Company: Pros, Cons & Tax
An SL (Sociedad Limitada) can offer inheritance advantages and portfolio efficiency for certain property owners. But for most single-property buyers, the compliance costs and tax complexity outweigh the benefits. This guide compares corporate vs personal ownership across tax, inheritance, wealth tax, and running costs.
Marco Elsinger · 23 June 2026
Relocation · 10 min read
Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa 2026: Requirements, Tax & How to Apply
Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa lets remote workers live legally in Spain with a flat 24% tax rate under the Beckham Law. Here is the full application process, eligibility rules, and why Marbella has become one of Europe’s preferred bases for remote professionals.
Marco Elsinger · 9 July 2026
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