5 Interactive Calculators for Spain
Instantly calculate property buying costs, vehicle import tax, non-resident tax (Modelo 210), monthly living expenses, and holiday rental ROI.
Power Cuts, Water Leaks and Damp in Spain: Protecting Your Holiday Home
Why do circuit breakers trip during Mediterranean storms (DANA)? How to prevent spoiled fridges, dried-up drainage traps, foul smells, and mold when your villa is empty.
The Ultimate Departure Checklist: Securing Your Spanish Home
Essential steps before you fly home: shutting off water mains, managing boilers, circuit breaker selection, storm-proofing outdoor terraces, and professional keyholding.
Modelo 210: Non-Resident Property Tax in Spain Explained Simply
Why must foreign owners file an annual tax return even if the home is never rented out? Clear breakdown of deadlines, cadastral values, calculation examples, and online filing procedures.
Property Buying Costs in Spain: Complete 2026 Breakdown
What extra fees and taxes must you budget when buying a home on the Costa Blanca? Practical calculations for 10% ITP transfer tax, notary fees, land registry, and legal checks.
How to Get an NIE Number in Spain: Step-by-Step Guide & Assistance
Why does everything stop without an NIE? Learn about official forms (EX-15, Modelo 790), the 3 application routes, avoiding delays, and turnkey assistance via House in Spain.
Holiday Rentals on the Costa Blanca: New Regulations & VT Licenses
Current legal requirements for tourist rental licenses in the Valencian Community: from town hall compatibility certificates to community votes and SES.HOSPEDAJES guest registration.
Okupas (Squatters) in Spain: Legal Facts, Penal Code & Prevention
How real is the risk of squatters in your holiday home? The legal difference between breaking and entering (allanamiento de morada) vs usurpación, the 48-hour myth, and protection tips.
Key Holding in Spain: Professional vs Friendly Neighbour
Why informal arrangements with neighbours often turn expensive during emergencies. Compare liability coverage, digital inspection reports, and guaranteed 24/7 response.
Preventing Green Pool Water in Spain: Summer Maintenance Guide
Why does pool water turn green within 48 hours at 35 degrees? The golden rules of pH balance, pump filtration hours, sand filter backwashing, and handling Saharan sand (calima).
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