We provide a professional service for all of your property law related needs.
We are here to help guide you through all of the property law and legal issues and considerations that can be encountered when buying or selling a property in Spain.
Buying property in Spain is pretty similar to buying a property in Britain or any other country. As everywhere, it’s a combination of finding the right place, settling on a price and going through several legal and financial procedures that may appear complicated but are in fact quite logical.

Resale Property Purchase
Pre-owned (second hand) properties. This is the most usual type of purchase
Off-Plan Purchases
Secure & safe purchase of properties that have yet to be completed
Buy to Rent
Where the purpose of your purchase is to profit from rental income
Selling your Property
Looking after all aspects of the sale of your property
Construction Projects
From purchasing your plot to managing the construction of your house
Commercial & Leases
Commercial properties including purchases and leases
The Process of Buying
Let us guide you through the purchase procedure and the services that we offer…
Pre Purchase
Contract
Preparing and negotiating the private purchase contract for residential or commercial property.
Legal Checks
A complete set of legal checks on the property.
Off-Plan Package
Comprehensive Off Plan property purchase package, protecting your investment at all times
NIE, Bank Account & P.O.A.
Obtaining your NIE number, Spanish Bank Account and Power of Attorney (if required)
The Day of your Purchase
Full Day of Support
Full day of completion support including translation services, attending the notary, signing of title deeds
After Purchase Support
Post Completion Service
Ongoing post completion services including registering your deeds at the land registry and changing over of all utility services
Tax Services
Tax Services including reclaim of 3% retention, residents/non-resident taxes and landlord tax
Marie Munro & Joan Walker
In 2007 we purchased an off-plan property and paid the deposit to the builder. Shortly afterwards the builder ceased trading due to the recession and was unable to return the… Read more “Marie Munro & Joan Walker”
Mary Ryan
I am writing to thank Sun  Lawyers, and in particular Joanna Graham at the Calpe office, for her help in buying our new home in Spain. Everything was clearly explained… Read more “Mary Ryan”
Seb Durant
Superbe ! Quelle efficacité ! Toujours disponible ! Je recommande vivement et un tout grand merci à José ! Contactez le ! Il est top !
Ann Wrightham
My partner and I would like to express our greatest appreciation for all the help Mark Macmillan of Sun Lawyers’ Campoamor Office gave in helping us through the complicated Spanish… Read more “Ann Wrightham”
Alice Cummings
I would not hesitate to recommend Sun Lawyers. I have just completed my house purchase in Orihuela Costa and found them to offer a fantastic professional service. They took all… Read more “Alice Cummings”
Marc et Mieke Oosterlynck – Ockier
La cooperation avec Sun-lawyers a ete du debut correcte et complete concernant les races, les frais notaire, la consomation electricite er eau….. Avant l’achat et jusqu’a l’acte notariĂ«le. Merci Noelia… Read more “Marc et Mieke Oosterlynck – Ockier”
Mette and Espen
We are very pleased with the job you have done for us, and are happy to write a recommendation. Thank you very much to Goli and Sun Lawyers for good… Read more “Mette and Espen”
Eben van Heerden
In January 2019 we decided to buy a house in Spain, and because of the beauty and relaxed atmosphere, but also proximity to shops and wide variety of restaurants, we… Read more “Eben van Heerden”
Caroline Robinson
I have just completed my purchase of a property in Spain with the excellent help of Sun Lawyers. I had just begun the process as Europe went into lockdown. Buying… Read more “Caroline Robinson”
Janine & Richard
Cannot recommend Sun Lawyers at La Zeina highly enough. They went out of their way to make the buying process as easy as it could be, Silvia guided us through… Read more “Janine & Richard”
Sharan and Rob Jones
We are writing this testimonial to you, as clients of yours for the past 4yrs. It gives us great pleasure to do so, enabling us to be given the chance to… Read more “Sharan and Rob Jones”
Matild Klareich
Accomplishing my goal to purchase a vacation home in Spain was much more pleasant and easier than I ever would have imagined. Being introduced by the real estate agent to Sun… Read more “Matild Klareich”
Nick & Shona Robson
I would very much like to thank you for your help in buying our new Spanish property.
You have made things very easy for us by taking care of… Read more “Nick & Shona Robson”
Nick & Carol
When we decided to purchase our property in Spain we wanted to work with a reputable agency and legal advisors to ensure a smooth and safe process. Working with your… Read more “Nick & Carol”
Lisa and Fabien Salmon
Ca a Ă©tĂ© un plaisir de passer par vous. On a pu vous faire confiance du dĂ©but Ă la fin, les mails Ă©taient clairs et dĂ©taillĂ©s. Vous ĂŞtes Ă©galement frencĂ©s-friendly au… Read more “Lisa and Fabien Salmon”
Tony and Sue Crosbie
Thank you for your assistance in the matter of the purchase of a property in Spain. We found that the services provided by Ana and the other personnel in your… Read more “Tony and Sue Crosbie”
Vicki Handley and Rob Crane
Thank you so much Angie for arranging the sale and the purchase of our properties this last week. You and your company have been professional and very helpful. We highly… Read more “Vicki Handley and Rob Crane”
Swarn & Jaswinder
Vi är mycket nöjda med ert arbete och ska gärna rekommendera våra vänner och bekanta att dom ska också sin del anlita er advokatbyrå och speciellt dig Jessica.
Karen and Ian Gibson
I would recommend Sun Lawyers 100%. This is our first foreign property purchase, the whole process has been simple for us. Ana at Sun Lawyers has been in constant contact… Read more “Karen and Ian Gibson”
Richard & Clare Gay
My wife and I have recently completed on a property in Moraira. Buying property when you´re reasonably confident and know the market and procedures can be stressful, however as we’ve… Read more “Richard & Clare Gay”
Monsieur et Madame LOTH Mary
Nous vous remercions pour vos services dans le cadre de notre achat.
Voici un petit commentaire Ă propos de votre prestation… Pour l’ achat de notre appartement, nous avons… Read more “Monsieur et Madame LOTH Mary”
Karen Quinn
“We used sun lawyers as we were originally going to buy property in the Murcia area but we then changed to Andalucia. It was no problem for the lawyers. Very… Read more “Karen Quinn”
Julie & Keith Ogley
Thank you so much for everything that you have done for us through the process of purchasing our house. You have made what could have beee quite stressful so easy… Read more “Julie & Keith Ogley”
Harry and Marta
Thank you so much, you have been absolutely brilliant throughout the whole process. I cannot praise you enough, this has been the least stressful thing I have ever done!!! Organisation… Read more “Harry and Marta”
Karen Quinn
We used Sun Lawyers as we were originally going to buy property in the Murcia area, but we then changed to Andalucia. It was no problem for the lawyers. Very… Read more “Karen Quinn”
Sue Townsend
The purchase of my home was so easy and stress free!!! All queries were dealt with quickly, very efficiently and nothing was too much trouble. I would definitely recommend Sun Lawyers !… Read more “Sue Townsend”
Natalia Slepokora
I wish to thank you Sun Lawyers for professionalism and personal care that they have provided during the process of buying the house in Spain. Their outstanding service is much… Read more “Natalia Slepokora”
Andrew McBurnie
Mark and his team were invaluable in negotiating and securing our Residensia. We had been trying to deal with the overwhelming ordeal of gathering, understanding, organizing and submitting the information… Read more “Andrew McBurnie”
Mark and Alison Seymour
Aimee and the Javea office of Sun Lawyers provided exceptional service during the  purchase of our apartment. As first time buyers in Spain, Aimee provided excellent advice explaining what was… Read more “Mark and Alison Seymour”
Mr and Mrs D Bell
We have to put pen to paper to thank Jose Maria Lomax and his staff for the good service that we received in our recent court case. It was very… Read more “Mr and Mrs D Bell”
Ann Kristin SlĂĄtta
Takk for all informasjon og god hjelp. Vi er godt fornøyd med din behandling av leilighetskjøpet.
Malcolm Dawkins
First of all I would like to thank you for the great service that you gave me over the sale of my property, it was very professional and efficient and… Read more “Malcolm Dawkins”
Mark Heatley
Sun Lawyers has been an excellent service and help to us buying a property. Victoria was very helpful and I would highly recommend her.
Lena
Jag vill lämna mina allra varmaste rekommendationer till Sun Lawyers. Mycket god och snabb service. Har alltid känt mig trygg med vĂĄr representant för företaget. Lätt och enkelt eftersom vĂĄr… Read more “Lena”
Graham Macey
I would just like to express my thanks to Sun Lawyers (Calpe Office) for their assistance in our property purchase. Unfortunately our purchase was not straight forward due to the… Read more “Graham Macey”
Elizabeth & Peter Caton
At the end of November 2019 we received an offer for our property in Villamartin near Torrevieja, Spain which we accepted. Sun Lawyers had been looking after our non-residency tax… Read more “Elizabeth & Peter Caton”
Petra Sheriston
Excellent service from start to finish. Everything was completed with ease and completed on the date requested. We didn’trealize how easy it would be to buy a property in Spain. I… Read more “Petra Sheriston”
James
We recently sold a property in the Costa Blanca and got great assistance from the solicitors at Sun Lawyers.
Jessika and Javier kept us informed of what was happening… Read more “James”
Traci Edwards-Vine
“We purchased our property in Spain in September 2019 following a trip to view in July. When we saw the house we wanted, our Agent recommended for us to use… Read more “Traci Edwards-Vine”
Rudy & Paola
Lorsque vous achetez un bien immobilier en Espagne, vous construisez un bien immobilier ou vous souhaitez louer Ă long terme, il est nĂ©cessaire de vous faire accompagner par un bureau… Read more “Rudy & Paola”
Dean & Jakki Holmes
We engaged Sun Lawyers as our representatives in the purchase of our property. From day 1 they have been extremely professional in dealing with our account. They are efficient and very… Read more “Dean & Jakki Holmes”
Sandra Treman
Muchas gracias por su correo electrĂłnico confirmando la finalizaciĂłn de la compra de mi casa. Me gustarĂa darle las gracias por la ayuda que ha proporcionado, es muy apreciado.
Sue Newman
This was our first time buying property in Spain. Sun Lawyers were recommended to us and have been extremely helpful and have made the whole process easy from start to… Read more “Sue Newman”
Jackie Smith
I would like to thank all the staff at Sun-lawyers, including Elena who from start to finish made it very easy to buy a property in Spain. They have good communication,… Read more “Jackie Smith”
Paul and Sue Mainwaring
We were advised through a friend that Sun Lawyers were very good so decided to ask them to represent my wife and I during the process of buying our villa.… Read more “Paul and Sue Mainwaring”
Stephanie Reay-Williams
Sun Lawyers have been outstanding in the service that they have given us. Our first property that we made an offer on unfortunately had many problems and was non proceedable.… Read more “Stephanie Reay-Williams”
Christophe Desbouillons
Bien qu’étant domicilĂ© Ă La RĂ©union, nous avons, dès le 1er jour (septembre 2019) Ă©tĂ© accompagnĂ©s chaque jour par Mme Champagne pour l’achat de notre maison en Espagne. RĂ©activitĂ©, efficacitĂ©,… Read more “Christophe Desbouillons”
Monique Bodde
It was really good. They helped us very good. Lorena speaks very good English and Joanna is a real busy and nice woman! Thank you very much!
Mark and Janet Jukes
Thank you to everybody at Sun Lawyers for making the purchase of our property in Spain run so smoothly. Your help and advice have been so helpful to us. With… Read more “Mark and Janet Jukes”
John & Banu Cran
We used Sun Lawyers in Calpe to help us buy our dream home in Spain earlier this year. They were fantastic; they really know what they are doing and made… Read more “John & Banu Cran”
Valerie Chetty
I first came to know Sun Lawyers at the Olympia Exhibition Centre in London in 2016/2017. The team at the Exhibition Centre, and in the Office in Spain were excellent.
Read more “Valerie Chetty”
Tracy Brookes
A massive thank you to MarĂa JosĂ© DĂaz and the team at Sun Lawyers in helping me over the last 2 months. They have made the process so simple &… Read more “Tracy Brookes”
Lars och Annika Börjesson
Vi är verkligen tacksamma för all hjälp vi fĂĄtt av dej genom hela köpet. Med den servicen vi fĂĄtt känns det nästan lättare att köpa bostad i Spanien än i… Read more “Lars och Annika Börjesson”
Dennis and Rhoda Patience
We have just completed the purchase of an apartment in Entre Naranjos, Spain. We were introduced to Sun-Lawyers who handled the purchase for us from start to finish Including getting… Read more “Dennis and Rhoda Patience”
John Moody
Having recently purchased a property in Torrevieja, I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Sun Lawyers. Every aspect of their service was highly professional and extremely efficient. My first contact… Read more “John Moody”
Hugues Berger et Valérie Gourmet
Je voudrais par ce courrier vous dire que nous avons Ă©tĂ©, mon Ă©pouse et moi-mĂŞme, très favorablement impressionnĂ© par le caractère très professionnel dans votre manière d’aborder ce dossier. Votre… Read more “Hugues Berger et ValĂ©rie Gourmet”
David Fretwell and Lynda Fretwell
Having found our dream property in Spain back in February, we were introduced to Sun Lawyers to act on our behalf. We could tell Sun lawyers were a long established company… Read more “David Fretwell and Lynda Fretwell”
Daryl & Simone Oakes
This was our first property purchase in Costa Blanca and Sun Lawyers was recommended to us by friends who had brought property before we did. We were by far from… Read more “Daryl & Simone Oakes”
Angie Wilde & Geoff Carter
We were very fortunate to come to across Joanna Graham from Sun Lawyers, Calpe office at the beginning of our new home purchase. From the beginning, Joanna explained every part… Read more “Angie Wilde & Geoff Carter”
Pier Webster
The service we received was excellent. Sun Lawyers made it very easy for us to purchase our property. Everyone is so helpful and friendly and their responses to any questions… Read more “Pier Webster”
Christophe Rampelberg
“Working with Sun Lawyers was a very good experience. I want to thank in particular Elena that had to respond to thousand of emails raising questions, and everytime, she answered… Read more “Christophe Rampelberg”
David and Joyce Lowes
Can I just say, Dave and I have been extremely happy with the service and friendliness we have had from you and all the staff in your office at La… Read more “David and Joyce Lowes”
Helene och Johan
Så fantastiskt att allt är klart!! Tack än en gång Jessica, utan dig hade vi inte fixat detta!!
Oscar
I would just like to say thank you so much Elena for all your help over the past few months. Your professionalism, knowledge and integrity are second to none. What… Read more “Oscar”
Patrick Miliotis
To acknowledge that I have been very satisfied by the Javea Office of SunLawyers’s work, professionalism and presence for the acquisition of my apartment in Javea. They have thoroughly checked… Read more “Patrick Miliotis”
Laura and Stephen George
We came to Sun Lawyers, as our solicitor we have had for years wasn’t helping us to sell our property. We found Sun Lawyers from an advert in the local… Read more “Laura and Stephen George”
Tessa Osborne
From my first contact with Sun Lawyers to completion it has been a very smooth process. Elena who I have dealt with has been exceptional; everything I needed to know… Read more “Tessa Osborne”
Clare Osmond
Thanks to Joanna at the Calpe branch, the sale of my parent’s apartment went through quickly. She was fantastic and offered a professional, friendly and highly competent service. They would… Read more “Clare Osmond”
Mr & Mrs Cooper
In the last 2 years we have purchased two properties and both times we have used Sun Lawyers. They provide a stress-free service from start to completion. Buying a property… Read more “Mr & Mrs Cooper”
Pete and Sandy Walpole
We were delighted with Elena at Sun Lawyers. She offered an efficient and friendly service, nothing was too much trouble. We are first time buyers in Spain and she went out… Read more “Pete and Sandy Walpole”
Paula & Les Rivett
Just wanted to say thank you so much to everyone at Sun Lawyers. You made the whole process of purchasing our home in Spain so easy. Excellent service from beginning… Read more “Paula & Les Rivett”
Hälsningar Tomas
Jag är mycket nöjd med all hjälp jag har fĂĄtt i frĂĄn SunLawyers i samband med mitt lägenhetsköp i Spanien. Speciellt Jessika, som har hjälpt mig pĂĄ svenska, för att… Read more “Hälsningar Tomas”
Barbara
My husband and I first came into contact with Sun Lawyers at the Place In The Sun show in Glasgow in November 2017. We were firstly impressed with their friendliness… Read more “Barbara”
Douglas Rogers
I have no hesitation in recommending Sun Lawyers, in particular Ana and Javier who were instrumental in securing our property in Spain. I know they put in a lot of… Read more “Douglas Rogers”
Gillian Cook
I was recommended to Sun Lawyers by My Dream Home when I put an offer in on my property in Spain. Throughout the whole process, I have found them friendly,… Read more “Gillian Cook”
Lawrence and Teasa Green
We were originally introduced to Sun Lawyers by our Estate Agents. At first we didn’t know what to expect as we had no prior knowledge of them. Our first meeting… Read more “Lawrence and Teasa Green”
Dom Pirrello
Une société fiable et un service extraordinaire. Merci à eux.
Izabela Barglik
“If you need some legal aid in Spain do not hesitate and contact Sun Lawyers. We have got all help, explanation and advice during the entire process of the purchase… Read more “Izabela Barglik”
Christopher and Heather Hardy
Thanks for all the information and your help throughout this purchase. Â This was our first purchase of a property within Spain and Noelia really supported us given that we are… Read more “Christopher and Heather Hardy”
Olle and Ă…sa
Jag och min familj vill verkligen rekommendera Sun-Lawyers till alla som skall köpa bostad i Spanien. Sun-Lawyers och vĂĄr kontaktperson Goli har hjälpt oss genom hela processen pĂĄ ett föredömligt… Read more “Olle and Ă…sa”
John and Carol Jevons
    We recently sold our apartment in Calpe and Joanna at the Calpe branch of Sun Lawyers acted on our behalf. We found Joanna extremely professional, efficient and helpful – without… Read more “John and Carol Jevons”
Ellen
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and partners for your support and help in buying my apartment in Alicante. You made everything so easy for me. … Read more “Ellen”
Suzanne O’Callaghan and Steve Whiteside
We recently made the big decision to purchase a property in Los Dolses on the Costa Blanca and were put in touch with Sun Lawyers. From the first email through… Read more “Suzanne O’Callaghan and Steve Whiteside”
David Bishop
Just had our first meeting with the lovely Victoria. Feel much more relaxed about the whole process. I feel confident that we will have a smooth purchase. Thanks for your… Read more “David Bishop”
Lena
I want to leave my very warmest recommendations to Sun Lawyers. Very good and fast service. Have always felt safe with our representative of the company. Easy and simple as… Read more “Lena”
Robin and Elaine
We would like to say that overall dealing with Elena at Sun Lawyers has been an easy going experience. They completed the purchase of our apartment in Spain dealing with… Read more “Robin and Elaine”
Karen Maw
I’d like to thank the staff at Sun Lawyers, (Cabo Roig office), for their assistance in helping me purchase my holiday home. They provided a very prompt and courteous service,… Read more “Karen Maw”
Helena Deaton
“We came to Cabo Roig in August 2015 to purchase a holiday home, Sun Lawyers came recommended to act as our lawyers when we had found the property we wanted… Read more “Helena Deaton”
Kenneth & Karen Laidlaw
Have completed today the purchase of a property in Spain. From the initial appointment to the completion was seamless. We were kept fully informed at all times. We would highly… Read more “Kenneth & Karen Laidlaw”
Sylvie Champagne
Nous sommes satisfaits de votre travail. Chacun de vous a Ă©tĂ© aimable et Ă l’Ă©coute de nos besoins. Si des amis souhaitent investir Ă Torreveija nous leur conseillerons votre bureau.
Mark & Wendy Archer
Would highly recommend sun lawyers for your residency application  or indeed all your fiscal needs here in Spain. Mark was absolutely brilliant. From start to finish Mark and his team… Read more “Mark & Wendy Archer”
Hunter Kirkpatrick
Just a short note to say thank you to Sun Lawyers (Lesley and Aimee in the Javea office) for the help in the purchase of our new apartment in Javea.… Read more “Hunter Kirkpatrick”
Tim Jones
I have no hesitation in recommending your firm. The service you provide is first class and you have made it extremely easy for us. We will certainly continue to use… Read more “Tim Jones”
Olle and Ă…sa Sand
Me and my family really recommend Sun-Lawyers to anyone who wants to buy a house in Spain. Sun-Lawyers and our contact Goli, has helped us throughout the process in an… Read more “Olle and Ă…sa Sand”
Michael Sproat
Dealt with Angie, Cabo Roig office, who is lovely and the ladies she works with, they held my hand through the process, would highly recommend their service purchasing a property,… Read more “Michael Sproat”
Marie and Göran Fransson
Vi kan varmt rekommendera dig och er till framtida hjälp med husköp i Spanien. Smidigt, enkelt och bra service frĂĄn bĂĄde dig Jessika och frĂĄn Rebecca. Skönt med svensktalande just… Read more “Marie and Göran Fransson”
Keri Beagley
Collected keys yesterday out shopping for furniture today. Thank you both so much for your assistance in everything you really made the whole experience seamless and completely stress-free for us.… Read more “Keri Beagley”
Paul Madigan
Having already bought a house in France, which was a rather long, drawn-out and stressful process, I was a bit apprehensive about buying another property in a country where, again,… Read more “Paul Madigan”
Stephen Byrne
Recently purchased an apartment in Spain and had no previous experience of the buying or legal system. Engaged with Sun Lawyers office in Jávea and must say the service they… Read more “Stephen Byrne”
Katie Schmitz
As always, you are all brilliant and efficient and supportive.
Rudy Gunst
Hier on est rentrĂ© en Belgique après avoir profitĂ© encore deux semaines de notre achat. C’est grâce aux services de Sun Lawyers que tout est bien passĂ©, parce que nous… Read more “Rudy Gunst”
Mvh/Ann Petersen
Tack , SunLawyers för er hjälp med bĂĄde köp och försäljning av vĂĄr lägenhet. Ni har ett trevligt bemötande, stor kunskap och erfarenhet som gör att jag känner mig trygg som… Read more “Mvh/Ann Petersen”
Trevor and Joanne
Both Joanne and I just wanted to say a huge thank you to you and the team at Sun Lawyers for all your support and advise with our purchase in… Read more “Trevor and Joanne”
Rochelle Leake
Joanna has just dealt with the sale of my mother-in-law´s apartment in Calpe. It was a complicated situation but Joanna made the whole process really simple for us. She answered… Read more “Rochelle Leake”
Matthew Hawkes
I recently used Sun Lawyers Property Law conveyancing service to purchase a resale property in the Cabo Roig area of the Orihuela Costa. The property sale was completed in March… Read more “Matthew Hawkes”
Mette and Espen
Vi er veldig fornøyd med jobben du har gjort for oss, og skriver gjerne en anbefaling. Tusen takk til Goli og Sun Lawyers for god hjelp og service nĂĄr vi… Read more “Mette and Espen”
James Scott
Our experience of buying a holiday property in Spain, whilst initially daunting, was made much less so by Angie, our main contact at Sun Lawyers. Her friendly, helpful attitude was… Read more “James Scott”
Herr & Fru Hansen
Tusen takk for all hjelp og bistand fra spesielt deg og Sun Lawyers. Vi har ingen betenkeligheter med ĂĄ anbefale Jessika og Sun Lawyers til ĂĄ ivareta og utføre oppdrag… Read more “Herr & Fru Hansen”
Nick & Carolyn Goodman
My wife and I arrived in Spain to take up a permanent residency in the Polop / La Nucia area of Alicante some three months ago. We were introduced by… Read more “Nick & Carolyn Goodman”
Fadi Kawmi
Stort tack för ett fel fritt bemötande och tack för all hjälp med försäljningen. Ni har verkligen gjort det bekymmerslöst för oss. Tack ännu en gång.
Elaine and Chris
My partner and I were visiting Spain with the intention of purchasing a property; our original plan did not work out as we were unhappy with the location. We decided… Read more “Elaine and Chris”
Johanna & George
Thank you so much for all the help! Everything has been so extremely smooth, we never thought it would be! We are more than happy and will recommend you !!… Read more “Johanna & George”
Graham and Susan Somers
We approached Sun Lawyers because we had found our perfect holiday apartment. Sun Lawyers helped us by arranging Power of Attorney, gave assistance to draft Spanish wills and opening a… Read more “Graham and Susan Somers”
Andrew Cantwell
From the moment we met Pippa at A Place in the Sun Manchester, we had a really good feeling. We were very naive about the ‘buying abroad’ thing and very… Read more “Andrew Cantwell”
John & Lin Connor
Absolutely first class service from all at Sun Lawyers making the process of buying our first holiday home on the Costa Blanca so easy and stress-free. Angie our solicitor was… Read more “John & Lin Connor”
Graham Brown
Victoria looked after our purchase and although we only met her once, she kept us well informed how our purchase was going and set up all our direct debits and… Read more “Graham Brown”
Marie Yates
We used Sun Lawyers to purchase our recent property. They have been very professional and efficient whilst giving us a very personable and tailored service which is still ongoing even… Read more “Marie Yates”
“We would like to register our grateful thanks for the attentive, professional assistance provided to us throughout the purchase of our villa in Andalucia, by Maria Jose Diaz. Sun Lawyers… Read more “”
Captain Tim Downs
“I decided to purchase a property in Spain in November 2019, to be completed in December 2020, the worst possible timing! However I am so fortunate that I engaged the… Read more “Captain Tim Downs”
Mr. Rankine & Mrs. Parker
Fantastic service from start to finish, Ana was very professional and kept us updated on everything we needed to know about the process of buying our property in Spain, she… Read more “Mr. Rankine & Mrs. Parker”
What is an NIE Number?
N.I.E. is an abbreviation for Número de Identidad de Extranjero, which translates as: Foreigners’ Identification Number.
The NIE is an all-purpose identification and tax number in Spain. You need an NIE number for any official or legal process in Spain. For example, you will need an NIE number to buy a property, buy a car, get connected to the utilities and to pay your taxes.
Power of Attorney
Power of Attorney gives your lawyer the legal right and responsibility of managing your financial and related affairs.
This is useful for the buyer/seller if you are unable to attend to your financial duties on a temporary or permanent basis.
RECENT PROPERTY NEWS
Deadline fast approaching to recover lost off-plan deposits
One of the few upsides of the coronavirus pandemic is that buyers who have lost money on off-plan deposits in the past have extra time to make a claim. The deadline for such claims was originally October 2020, but it is now the end of the year.
Sun Lawyers CEO Jose Maria has helped buyers recover deposits on a no win, no fee basis and is currently 14 of 14 in successful applications on behalf of clients. Jose Maria was interviewed about how the deposit recovery works, what the expected purchasers have to demonstrate and how Sun lawyers will work on their behalf. The exact deadline is now 28 December.
Jose Maria Lomax The process does take a few weeks and the length of time has been lengthened as a consequences of the restrictions affecting everyone. That’s why if you think there maybe a claim to speak to Sun Lawyers urgently. There is no cost or obligation for a first consultation with us (by telephone, Zoom or in person). To start the ball rolling email Jose Maria Lomax today.
Read the interview in full with Jose Maria on the A Place in the Sun website
Why a property rental contract is important and what it should contain
Maybe you are the owner of a Spanish property, renting it out, or someone looking for a place to live as a tenant. It’s important that your interests are protected with a Rental Contract, especially since many of the existing Spanish tenancy laws have been updated.
The contract should be clear, simple and ideally drawn up by a qualified lawyer. A Rental Contract will typically set out:
- Names of both parties
- Address of the rental property
- Term of the lease, arrangements for lease extensions, notice period and exiting the contract.
- Rental deposit
- Rental charge, payment schedules and payment method
- Itemised list of costs and expenses and by which party they are to be borne e.g. utility bills, property insurance, rubbish collection tax and IBI tax (like Council tax)
- Upkeep and maintenance and the responsibilities of both parties.
The advantage of using a lawyer to draft the agreement is peace of mind that the contract will be binding in the unlikely event of a dispute.
Property rental contract – your next steps
The role of Sun Lawyers is to protect your investment and your interests whether we are acting for you either as the landlord or as the tenant. To enquire about a rental contract email us
Change to Property Tax SUMA payments for 2020
This year, due to COVID19, SUMA has modified the voluntary period for the payment of the IBI (Property Tax) year 2020 for Alicante province (except Alicante and Xabia/Javea).
It will be from the 17th August to the 6th November.
If you already have a direct debit order, SUMA will take the payment from your account on the 2nd of November.
For more details visit the SUMA website