Looking to sell your home? I’m here to guide and advise you!

I offer smooth and professional support throughout the selling process, with a personal touch. Thanks to my knowledge of the market, I ensure the best possible result.

Send me a message and we’ll schedule a no-obligation appointment.

Since 2009, we have been guiding clients through the process of selling their home.

 

Working together with fellow agents
Our website is integrated with the largest Multiple Listing System (MLS) on the Costa del Sol, which connects over 2,000 real estate agents. This ensures maximum exposure for your property. Thanks to this wide-reaching collaboration, the chances of a quick sale are significantly increased.
This is one of the advantages of working with a smaller, independent agency, as opposed to larger firms that promote and sell properties only within their own client network.


Targeted approach to potential buyers
To reach buyers directly, we advertise your property on leading platforms such as PropExtra and Idealista.
We also distribute flyers in the neighborhood. Did you know that many buyers often have a personal connection to current residents in the area or the building?
In addition, we send out a newsletter to everyone in our database who is actively searching.
And where allowed and possible, we’ll place a ‘For Sale’ sign as well.

 

In short, every potential buyer looking for what you offer will find your home!

 

Pricing it right
A key element of a successful sale is setting a realistic, market based asking price. Incorrect pricing, whatever the reason, can have negative consequences for the entire sales process.

When selling your house, various costs & taxes come into play.
Here is an overview of the main cost items:

1. Capital Gains Tax. (Vermogenswinstbelasting)

  • What is it? A tax on the profit made from the sale of your house. This is calculated based on the difference between the purchase price and the sale price.

  • Rate: 19%

  • Deductible costs: To reduce the tax, you can deduct expenses incurred both during the purchase (such as notary fees, registration, taxes, and legal fees) and during the sale (such as agent fees).
    Additionally, the costs of expansions or improvements to the property can be offset against the profit.

2. Municipal capital cains tax. (Plusvalía Municipal)

  • What is it? A municipal tax based on the increase in the value of the land since the purchase, not the building.

  • Amount: Depends on the increase in value and the period during which the property has been owned.

3. Agent’s commission. (Comisión del agente inmobiliario)

  • What is it? The commission for the agent handling the sale.

  • Average rate: 5% of the final sale price.

4. Energy Certificate. (CEE Certificado de Eficiencia Energética)

  • What is it? A mandatory document that evaluates the energy efficiency of the house.

  • Costs: Depending on the number of m² of the house and the package.

5. Lawyer's Fees.

  • What is it? Fees for a lawyer handling the legal aspects of the sale

  • Average rate: Between 1% and 1.5% of the sale price.

6. Retention of 3%.

  • What is it? For non-residents in Spain, the buyer withholds 3% of the sale price and pays it to the tax office as an advance on capital gains taks

  • Handling: Within three months of the sale, the seller can claim the remaining amount or pay additional taxes, depending on the actual profit calculation.

7. Mortgage repayment (If applicable)

  • What is it? If there is an outstanding mortgage on the house, it must be fully paid off. This may involve additional costs, such as a penalty for early repayment.

8. Other Costs

  • Reconciliation of IBI (local property tax), Basura (Waste Fee), Community Fees (V.V.E), electricity, and water.

  • Costs for minor repairs or renovations to make the house more attractive to potential buyers.

Once the transfer date is set at the notary, the lawyer can calculate the taxes and all other costs.

In the sale of a property in Spain, a lawyer plays a crucial role in ensuring that the process is legally correct and runs smoothly.
Below are the main tasks of a lawyer during the sale:

1. Preparation of the sale
  • Title check: Verify that the seller is the rightful owner and ensure there are no legal obstacles (such as debts or mortgages) on the property.
  • Document collection: Ensure that all necessary documents are ready, such as the title deed (escritura), an energy performance certificate, cadastral data (nota simple), and proof of payment for local taxes (IBI).
  • Providing advice: Inform the seller about taxes, costs, and obligations applicable to the sale.
2. Negotiation and agreement
  • Review of the sale agreement: Check whether the preliminary purchase contract (contrato de arras) is correctly drafted and meets the seller’s interests.
  • Assistance with negotiations: Advise on payment terms and any special clauses in the contract.
  • Deposit assurance: Ensure that the deposit (arras) is correctly paid and documented.
3. Taxes and costs
  • Tax calculation: Calculate the capital gains tax and Plusvalía Municipal due.
  • Advice on deductible costs: Inform about which costs can be deducted to reduce the tax burden.
  • 3% retention: Ensure the buyer correctly withholds and transfers the amount to the Spanish tax authority.
4. Legal Assistance with property transfer
  • Drafting the notarial deed: Work with the notary to ensure the property transfer is legally carried out.
  • Attending the notarial deed signing: Represent or assist the seller with the signing of the property transfer at the notary.
  • Mortgage settlement: Ensure that any outstanding mortgages are paid off and removed from the property registration.
5. Post-Sale procedures
  • Tax declaration: Assist with submitting the capital gains tax declaration and handle any adjustments or refunds.
  • Termination of contracts: Help cancel utility services, municipal taxes, and other services related to the property.
  • Payment monitoring: Verify that the full sale price is paid and that no disputes arise.
6. Additional assistance
  • Dispute resolution: If necessary, act as legal advisor in disputes between the buyer and seller.
  • Power of attorney: For sellers who are not present in Spain, the lawyer can act through a power of attorney.

Documents needed from the seller for a property sale.

Your lawyer will need a copy or a response to the points below.
We recommend that you start working on these as soon as the sales process begins. The points below are listed in random order.

  • Passport of the person(s) in whose name the property is registered
  • Energy certificate (CCE)
  • Floor plan of the house
  • Power of attorney (Attorney's authorization)
  • Nota Simple (Current version)
  • Escritura Pública (Deed of ownership)
  • Licencia de Primera Ocupación (LPO)
  • Certificado de no infracción urbanística (CNIU)
  • Cadastral Reference number
  • Homeowners association manager’ contact details
  • Homeowners association payment’ proof
  • Is tourist rental allowed?
  • Inventory list or photos if included in the sale
  • IBI: latest invoice and/or contract and payment proof
  • Basura: latest invoice and/or contract and payment proof
  • Water: latest invoice and/or contract and payment proof
  • Gas: latest invoice and/or contract and payment proof
  • Electricity: latest invoice and/or contract and payment proof

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