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How can a real estate agency escape the misery of purchasing and selling?

  One of the most critical financial decisions you will make in your life is whether to buy or sell your home. Currently, there are a number of issues that develop not only as a result of a lack of experience, but also as a result of bureaucratic and often difficult processes. Searching for and selling a home takes a lot of time and effort, as well as a certain level of expertise.  property qatar When selling or purchasing a home, it's normal to ask family and friends for advice. However, each case is different, and the expected assistance may not be available. If you don't want to make this a nightmare, you can always enlist the services of a real estate agent, who may provide numerous benefits in both buying and selling. The following are some suggestions from the Portuguese firm Doutor Finanças: Advantages in the Real Estate Purchasing Process Buying a home is a significant and long-term investment, so make the best decision possible. As a result, you must be well-i...

10 cool new Spanish property words, most of them English!

  From Home Staging to PropTech and Gentrification to MLS, many new concepts emerge daily with the rapid rise of the Spanish immobiliary sector, which in many cases are English loanwords.  apartment for sale in qatar The Alfa Inmobiliaria Network collected together the ten most commonly used new terms in the sector to make real estate information more accessible to society at large. Idealista/news summarizes what they are and what each means so that you can be at the cutting edge of the Spanish market for properties: Immobilien broker: This term is used to designate the person responsible for managing the whole purchase and sale of immovables and the negotiations. It's essentially a normal property agent we all know and love. Recently, many people seeking extra income and banking professionals who lost their jobs because of restructuring in the sector, have become a trendy second job. Actually, employment in real estate is always high. Prime: This word is commonly used o...

The five golden rules for your neighbour's sale

Second-hand homes are fast becoming the uncontested leaders in Spain's economic boom in domestic sales and purchases. At least 8 out of 10 transactions involve used properties, and the 'for sale' signs on the sides of the Spanish buildings are becoming more and more common.   buy property in qatar In many instances, the same block will have more than one flat for sale, so a good plan must be developed to stand out and sell successfully from neighbours. How can you? How can you do that? According to the Alfa Immobiliaria network, these are the five key elements: price, time for sale, upgrades, promotional and marketing plans and property visits. We summarize each of the following: 1. The fair selling price should be The price is the determining factor when the transaction is closed. We cannot forget that there are several factors to determine the cost of a house: there are the characteristics of the property, not just the market (two bedrooms, three or four), the location of...

Before you move to Spain Part 2.

  If you're thinking of moving to Spain as an exile, you need to know some important things before you move: sun, sand and sangria are not always things.  shop for sale in qatar Living costs in Spain Know how to rent an apartment or buy an estate in Spain Opening a Spanish bank account The Spanish The Spanish Siesta Myth Living costs in Spain In general, the cost of living in Spain is somewhat lower than the UK and many other western Europe countries. The cost of life varies unexpectedly across the country, but remember that while living in Spain is often described as 'cheap,' salaries are also often considerably lower. For instance, the basic cost of living in the Spanish capital, Madrid, may be around €800-1000 per month for rent, charges and supplementary expenses for a lower student budget, but can be much higher among families according to your lifestyle and where you live. Know the conditions for renting or buying a flat in Spain. Purchasing and rent...

Week property - a modern villa overlooking the Costa Brava!

  The Costa Brava, the coastal region of Catalonia is gloriously wild in parts and lives to its name "the wilderness of the coast." This lovely detached villa overlooking the Roses Bay is the perfect place for you to enjoy the spectacular coastline and enjoy trips only 100 m away from the beach, not to mention the fact that Costa Brava is home to some of Europe's best Blue Flag beaches. This is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing vacation home from long, sandy bays to elegant horseshoe bays and secluded coves. This 520m2 villa is situated on a large 801m2 lot, surrounded by a large terrace area and a garden. The high position of the site means the coastal views are impeccable, particularly from the outdoors, where the pool and the BBQ area add extra touches of luxury. The property is divided into 3 major parts, so that if desired, the villa can be divided into 3 different properties.   plot for sale Looking over the main part of the property, the living room is on t...

Life in the real estate sector after COVID-19!

  Predictions show that the sector will continue to be "alive" and "attractive" to investors. During the containment period, virtual meetings between immobiliary professionals were the order of the day. Of course there has been much discussion during the meetings through Zoom or Skype, among other platforms, about what will happen to the real estate business on the day it returns to normal. The Círculo Ecuestre of Barcelona has held a recent meeting of this kind which draws conclusions that give way to the industry's hope: Spanish real estate is still much alive and attractive to investors.   property Following months of recovery, everything points to the significant impact of the coronavirus crisis on the real estate sector. But after the pandemic, what is going to happen? The potential impact of coronavirus on the Spanish economy was assessed by Anna Gener, Chief Executive Officer of Savills Aguirre Newman in Barcelona, Juan-Galo Macià, Chief Executive Off...

Market of Spanish Property to improve in 2021!

  The Spanish housing market surprisingly stopped when the coronavirus pandemic first hit Spain in March 2020. Immobilien agents predict sharp declines in Spanish property prices due to COVID-19, with a shortage of views and increasingly increasing infections.   qatar properties for sale Although the Spanish property market deteriorated during the first half of 2020, the interest rose in the summer months as restrictions were eased and the possibility of a vacation home was once more an enticing option for foreign buyers. With international buyers accounting for a large share of Spanish property purchases, Spain will remain an ideal destination for sunbathing or retirement abroad. Although limitations on transfers have prohibited foreign buyers from viewing properties in Spain, coronavirus vaccinations offer those who want a holiday home a brighter future. As a consequence, 2021 is expected to be a much stronger Spanish property year. The overall economic outlook fo...

Top 5 locations for investment property of the French Ski Resort in 2021

  France has long been a successful destination for ex-pats and had to sell investment in French properties to investors looking for a profitable investment.   buy property in qatar for expats However, France is also known for its consistency and comfortable lifestyle, the number of available properties, advantageous mortgages and outstanding health care. As one of the largest economies in Europe, France offers French property investors excellent opportunities, particularly within French ski resorts. Top 5 locations for investment property in the French ski resort in 2021 Why is a good investment in French property? Facing a weaker UK pound to the Euro exchange rate, the purchase of a French property remains a major investment. French mortgage rates remain record low, and a high French property is available at a bargain price in 2021. Erna Low Property has chosen their top five locations to invest in the French property and in some exciting ski resorts for the...

Overseas property spike searches as easy lockout steps!

  Rightmove, on-line property portal data, shows that last year's search volume of property abroad grew, when locked-down Britons seemed to consider moving or searching for a second home to flee. Rightmove said that the searches for private holiday homes and apartments in Europe have increased considerably and the most common destination searches in Spain, France and Portugal.   buying property in qatar for expats Searches overseas property spike In May, Rightmove Overseas' number of new users was 41 percent higher than in the same month the previous year. The upward trend was a continuation of the April rise, which resulted in a 50 percent increase month after month for property searches abroad. Overseas property searches in Spain grew 34%, while France was 24% higher and Portugal stepped back to 24% year-on-year. UK demand for worldwide property continued to remain in 2021, as the interest in Spanish property increased by nearly 40 percent in January by Taylor W...