Buying Property in Spain
What does the legal property purchase service consist of?
Our legal advice service for buying properties in Spain is designed especially for international clients who want to acquire a home or investment without risks and with all legal guarantees.
- Initial meeting and legal review of the transaction.
- Preparation of the power of attorney from your country if you cannot travel.
- Obtaining your NIE (Foreigner Identification Number).
- Opening a bank account in Spain.
- Requesting all the seller’s documentation.
- Complete due diligence on the property: encumbrances, licenses, registration status, etc.
- Review of regulatory compliance at the Town Hall.
- Signing of private contracts with authorization.
- Advance calculation of costs and taxes.
- Coordination with the bank if you need a mortgage.
- Signing the deed at the notary’s office with or without your presence.
- Payment of taxes after the purchase. Transfer of utilities and services (water, electricity, gas, internet, insurance).
- Registration of the property at the Land Registry.
Legal process for purchasing property
1- First advisory meeting
We'll have a video call or in-person meeting to understand your situation and explain the process.
2- Notarial power of attorney and NIE
We help you prepare the power of attorney from your country and manage the NIE of each buyer.
3- Bank account and seller documentation
We open your account and request all the necessary documents for the purchase.
4- Complete due diligence
We verify charges, mortgages, licenses, cadastral, urban planning and registry status of the property.
5- Contracts and payments
We draft and sign the contracts, calculate the total costs, and make the necessary payments for you.
6- Mortgage (if applicable)
We coordinate with your bank in Spain so that you can obtain the necessary loan.
7- Signing at a notary's office
We'll sign the deed on your behalf or assist you in person. We'll arrange all payments.
8- Post-purchase
We pay the taxes, register the property, and transfer all utilities to your name.
Real estate management
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Our legal team for property purchases
We specialize in real estate law for foreigners in Spain, with extensive experience in buying, selling, and legally managing properties. We offer clear, secure, and multilingual advice, guaranteeing that every real estate transaction is carried out with complete legal certainty and in accordance with Spanish law.
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Testimonials from Our Clients
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Publicado en Google Eduardo LahozTrustindex verifica que la fuente original de la reseña sea Google. He trabajado con José María para la compra de una propiedad en la zona y estoy muy contento de haber delegado en él todo el proceso legal. Lo que más me ha gustado es como nos ha mantenido informados en todo momento y lo rápido que hemos recibido respuestas durante el proceso. Todo es muy profesional, organizado y transparente.La atención ha sido muy personal y dedicada desde el primer momento. Se nota están muy acostumbrados a tratar con no residentes y, con la gestoría de al lado, lo que facilita enormemente el proceso. Otra cosa que recomiendo es que dimos poderes legales y plena confianza a José María para que llevara la gestión de la compraventa, ahorrándonos tener que desplazarnos varias veces. Sin duda volvería a trabajar con el y lo recomiendo al 100% a cualquiera que esté buscando seriedad, eficacia y un trato cercano y profesional. ¡Muchas gracias por todo!Publicado en Google Pavo JuricTrustindex verifica que la fuente original de la reseña sea Google. Exceptional Service – Highly Recommend for Spanish Property Purchase! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I cannot recommend Jose Maria from Lex Artis Solicitors highly enough! He made the entire property purchasing process completely seamless, stress-free, and straightforward from start to finish. If you are looking for legal representation in Nerja - Almunecar - Salobrena region in Spain, here is why you should choose them: - Incredibly Fast: They moved the entire transaction along at an impressive pace. There were zero unnecessary delays, and they anticipated every step ahead of time. - Highly Efficient: Communication was top-tier. They cut through the local bureaucracy effortlessly, kept me updated at every milestone, and explained complex legal matters in plain, simple terms. - Utterly Reliable: I felt 100% supported and protected. Their attention to detail during the due diligence process gave me complete peace of mind that my investment was safe. They are absolute professionals who deliver exactly what they promise. If you want a hassle-free property purchase in Spain, do yourself a favor and work with Jose from Lex Artis Solicitors!Publicado en Google K vJTrustindex verifica que la fuente original de la reseña sea Google. Outstanding, Efficient, and Highly Reliable Legal Representation for Spanish Property Purchase. Following a highly distressing experience with a previous legal representative in Malaga who failed to deliver and caused us significant financial loss, we retained the services of Jose. His exceptional professionalism, integrity, and swift intervention completely resolved our situation and successfully secured our property acquisition.The efficiency demonstrated was remarkable. Within a 48-hour window, he assumed full responsibility for our case, finalized all necessary legal arrangements, and successfully expedited the transaction.In addition to managing the core legal conveyancing, he provided comprehensive, step-by-step guidance through the necessary administrative processes. He personally facilitated the opening of our Spanish bank accounts and successfully managed the transfer of all utility contracts, executing these tasks with meticulous attention to detail.Throughout the entire process, communication was exemplary. He was consistently available to address our queries, offering clear, professional guidance that gave us complete peace of mind during a critical period.For anyone seeking a trustworthy, highly capable, and efficient legal professional for property transactions in Spain, I provide my highest recommendation for Lex Artis His dedication to his clients is exemplary.Publicado en Google Dave HorsmanTrustindex verifica que la fuente original de la reseña sea Google. Good job jose.Publicado en Google Maria alcalde alcaldeTrustindex verifica que la fuente original de la reseña sea Google. Expertos en herenciasPublicado en Google Catherine de N.Trustindex verifica que la fuente original de la reseña sea Google. Lex Artis numera även med svenskatalande juridisk assistans! Rekommenderas!Publicado en Google Becky MeadeTrustindex verifica que la fuente original de la reseña sea Google. We went to José Maria at the salobreña office when we brought our house in Spain. We couldn't recommend him more, he talked us through the process, he was upfront about everything including the costs involved and most importantly kept us up to date with progress. He literally organised everything for us, including changing over electric and water supplies and bank transfers. José is professional and friendly and has great local knowledge when it comes to buying a property here in Spain. It's also really helpful that he speaks excellent English. We would recommend him to anyone.Publicado en Google frank spieckerTrustindex verifica que la fuente original de la reseña sea Google. Muy buen servicio. Rápido y eficaz.Publicado en Google Marta Tarragona NavarroTrustindex verifica que la fuente original de la reseña sea Google. Abogado experto en herencias , nos llevo un tema complejo familiarCarga másVerificado por: TrustindexLa insignia verificada de Trustindex es el símbolo universal de confianza. 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Frequently asked questions about real estate law
Read our frequently asked questions about real estate law that we’ve prepared for you. If you have more specific questions, don’t hesitate to contact us via WhatsApp or email.
Although not required by law, it is highly recommended to have a lawyer conduct due diligence to ensure that the property is free of encumbrances, has the necessary license, and that the seller has the legal capacity to sell.
Sí. Con un poder notarial, podemos representarte en todo el proceso: firma del contrato, notaría, registro de la propiedad, pago de impuestos y entrega de llaves. Ideal si resides en el extranjero o no puedes estar presente.
Los principales costes incluyen:
- ITP o IVA (según el tipo de propiedad)
- Gastos notariales y registrales
- Honorarios legales y gestoría
Te entregamos un presupuesto cerrado y detallado antes de iniciar el proceso para evitar sorpresas.
Sí, ofrecemos representación legal integral en la venta de propiedades, gestionando todos los documentos, pagos de impuestos (como la plusvalía municipal o IRNR), coordinación con notaría y transferencia de fondos a tu cuenta.
Revisamos el proyecto, la licencia de obra, el seguro decenal y la situación del promotor. Así nos aseguramos de que la compra sea legal, segura y sin riesgos. También te acompañamos en la firma de contratos y la entrega final.
Puedes llamarnos al +34 651 12 61 54, escribirnos a contacto@lexartissolicitors.com o visitar www.lexartissolicitors.com. También ofrecemos videollamadas si estás en el extranjero.
Free consultation
Your inquiry will be handled by one of our attorneys specializing in international clients. We will respond within 24 hours.
Our law offices
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Office in Nerja:
Edificio Levante, Calle Dr. Fleming, 1 - Bajo, 29780 Nerja, Málaga
Office in Almuñécar
P.º del Altillo, 9, Bajo, 18690 Almuñécar, Granada
Office in Salobreña:
C. Evaristo Corral, 18680 Salobreña, Granada
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