Homebuying Guides

Everything you need to know about buying your first home. No jargon, just straightforward advice.

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Costa del Sol Neighborhoods: Complete Area Guide

Discover the best neighborhoods on the Costa del Sol. From Marbella's Golden Mile to family-friendly Fuengirola, find your perfect area with prices and lifestyle insights.

15 min

Getting Started

Costa del Sol Property Prices 2026: Complete Price Guide by Area

Current property prices across Costa del Sol from Marbella to Nerja. Average prices per square meter, market trends, and investment hotspots.

10 min Phase 1

Getting Started

Buying Property in Costa del Sol as a Foreigner: Complete Guide

Everything foreigners need to know about buying property on the Costa del Sol. NIE requirements, Spanish bank accounts, legal process, and timeline.

12 min Phase 2

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Getting Started

Everything you need to know before starting your homebuying journey

Costa del Sol Neighborhoods: Complete Area Guide

Discover the best neighborhoods on the Costa del Sol. From Marbella's Golden Mile to family-friendly Fuengirola, find your perfect area with prices and lifestyle insights.

15 min

Costa del Sol Property Prices 2026: Complete Price Guide by Area

Current property prices across Costa del Sol from Marbella to Nerja. Average prices per square meter, market trends, and investment hotspots.

10 min Phase 1

Buying Property in Costa del Sol as a Foreigner: Complete Guide

Everything foreigners need to know about buying property on the Costa del Sol. NIE requirements, Spanish bank accounts, legal process, and timeline.

12 min Phase 2

Financing

Understanding mortgages, credit scores, and down payments

Property Buying Costs in Spain: Taxes, Fees & Hidden Costs

Complete breakdown of all costs when buying property in Andalucía. ITP tax, notary fees, gestoría costs, and how to budget accurately.

8 min Phase 2

House Hunting

Tips for finding the right home

Marbella's Golden Triangle: Luxury Living Guide

Explore Marbella, Benahavís, and Estepona - the Golden Triangle. Property prices, lifestyle, schools, and why the ultra-wealthy choose this area.

11 min Phase 3

Homeownership

Life after closing - maintenance, equity, and more

Expat Guide: Living on the Costa del Sol

Practical guide for expats moving to Costa del Sol. Healthcare, schools, cost of living, communities, and settling in tips from long-term residents.

14 min Phase 6

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