Straightforward advice, expert insight and an inside view of the Costa del Sol property market. From where to buy and what to invest in, to residency, lifestyle and the realities of owning a home in Spain. Everything we know, in one place.
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Buying GuideA comprehensive step-by-step guide covering everything from initial research to collecting your keys, including legal requirements, taxes, financing, and expert tips for buying luxury property in Marbella.
Buying GuideA clear, detailed breakdown of every tax and cost involved in purchasing property in Spain, including upfront purchase costs and ongoing annual taxes for residents and non-residents.
Area GuideMarbella holds an Andalusian old town, a coastline of grand estates and one of Europe's best-known marinas within a few kilometres of each other. A guide to its distinct quarters and what each offers.
Buying GuideThe notary is not your lawyer, and a Spanish mortgage is only one of several ways to fund a purchase here. A practical guide to the legal and financial side of buying on the Costa del Sol, and how to run both in parallel.
International SchoolsA practical guide to the coast's international schools, what each one teaches, what it costs, and which neighbourhoods it realistically serves. Written for families choosing a school and a home at the same time
Market ReportA data-driven analysis of the Costa del Sol luxury property market, covering price movements, international buyer trends, supply dynamics, and predictions for the year ahead.
Market ReportA full-year review of the 2024 market across Málaga province and the Golden Triangle. Record national volumes, double-digit price growth, a new-build surge, and the policy announcement that shaped everything after it
NewsSmartmove Marbella is a Luxury Lifestyle Awards Top 100 Real Estate Broker. What the award recognises, and why it matters when choosing an agency in Marbella.
New guides, the quarterly market report, and the off-market homes we are allowed to mention. Written by the team, sent once, easy to leave.
