Our solicitors in Malaga advise English speaking clients from all over the world, helping them settle down in the Costa del Sol and handle their legal and tax-related issues successfully. As trusted partners in the Malaga region, the TEJADA Solicitors offer legal advice based on a solid knowledge of the local institutions and regulations, as well as on a strong network of partners.
The law firm can represent your interests in negotiations that require an experienced lawyer or solicitor in Malaga who is fluent in Spanish and English. In case you need to complete a simple bureaucratic procedure while being abroad, a power of attorney (poder notarial) will allow us to us sign official documents on your behalf.
If you are searching for a reliable firm of solicitors in Malaga feel free to contact our team and we will study your case, whether:
Our property lawyers will guide you through your entire property purchasing process all the way until completion. We handle all the paperwork from debts to taxes, until everything has been handed over and finalised at the Notary Office and your property has been added to the land registry. We also make sure that your property is legal and free of extra charges, whilst the architect takes care of the urbanistic situation of the property, and the tax advisor aids you in all of the necessary taxes involved before and after completion.
We also advise our clients of the overall cost of buying a property in Spain, providing the total cost from the beginning with total transparency. At the end of the entire process, we will send our clients a final bill, where all tax and expenses are paid. If there is a leftover balance, we send the money directly back to you.
If you are selling a property, our property lawyers can give advice on all of the relevant taxes you will be expected to pay, as well as provide you with a guide on the cost of selling. Our solicitors can act as a negotiator on your behalf for the conditions of your property sale, representing you from start to finish.
We ensure that our expatriate clients avoid double taxation, providing the latest advice and information on the double taxation agreement between Spain and your country of origin.
We also provide our clients with all the necessary information and documents relating to tax in Spain, including tax returns, non-resident tax and form 720. We adapt these resources depending on whether our client is a fiscal or non-fiscal resident.
The NIE Number (identification number used in Spain for foreigners) is absolutely necessary for foreigners in order to be able to do certain things such as open a bank account or buy a house etc. It is also the identification that the Spanish Tax Office will use when receiving your non-resident tax payments.
It is important to note that clients can obtain an NIE in Spain without becoming a Spanish resident. An NIE does not allow you to legally reside in Spain.
The Spanish Golden Visa is a global investment plan that issues residency for non-EU citizens who purchase a property in Spanish territory (with an investment of €500,000 or above).
Under the Law of Entrepreneurs, this is an opportunity for non-EU citizens (such as USA, Canada, Arab Emirates, and so on) to invest in Spanish real estate, usually in high-demand areas in Costa del Sol, in return for the acquisition of Spanish residency for themselves and their families. The purchasing process also provides business opportunities, including leasing and tourist rental.
Inheritance tax concerns everyone in Spain; both residents and non-residents. The tax, often referred to as ISD (impuesto de sucesiones y donaciones), becomes payable as soon as an inheritance from a family member or friend is documented – this can be money, property or an asset.
The rules of inheritance tax vary depending on which area of Spain you live in. At Tejada Solicitors, we offer a guide on inheritance tax from the succession law to inheritance tax rates, specifically tailored to your needs.
We provide answers to common inheritance tax queries, such as inheritance tax rates for non-residents and how to reduce your inheritance tax. You can find these answers and more through this page: Inheritance tax in Spain.
There are two ways properties can be rented in Spain, under contracts. Short-term rental contracts (viviendas de uso turístico) are used for work and leisure purposes, whilst long-term rental contracts are considered as permanent homes for the renter.
Long-term rentals come under national law, and, depending on the area in which the property is located, short-term rentals may have regional legislations that apply to the contracts. In some areas, this includes obtaining a license granting you the right to rent for touristic purposes, such as in Andalucia.
Any owner who is renting out their property (both long-term and short-term) must pay tax. Tax rates will vary depending on your circumstances, such as whether you are fiscal or non-fiscal resident. In order to learn more, please visit this page: Renting out a property in Spain.
Small and bigger companies have also spotted Malaga as an interesting destination for setting up a new business. Depending on the type of activity chosen, or lawyers will be able to advise you about the legal requirements to apply for a business license.
Apart from solicitors and tax advisors, our team includes architects, who can offer a second opinion from a more technical perspective. Lastly, the legal form of your business will establish your liability and tax burden. If you are still hesitating to set up your business in Malaga you can check the investment guide.
From the first whatssap message to the final completion email. Communication was First Class! The service we received from start to end has been absolutely fantastic. And we could not have assured for a greater firm to entrust the purchase of our dream Spanish property.
Srs. Mcdonagh
Everything with the Team Tejada Solicitor has been extremely helpful in every aspect of the sale of our property. We are very happy with the service we have received.
Adrian John Faure and Dianne Margaret Faure
We have used TEJADA SOLICITORS for our property conveyancing. The Tejada Team have made everything so straightforward and they have been so efficient. We would recommend this Company to anyone.
Mr & Mrs. Huckwell
When dealing with the Spanish Law system, ex-pats often face a number of difficulties, from language and cultural differences to bureaucratic hurdles. Depending on the region you want to stay in, taxes and law regulations may differ from one place to another. That is why count on the help of an experienced law firm becomes even more important. For instance, in real estate operations our team of solicitors will be in charge of:
At Tejada Solicitors Malaga you will be assigned a specialist who takes charge of your case and offers you personalised advice. Though, in practice, our team comprises English speaking professionals specialised in different areas, including lawyers to economists, tax consultants and architects. This can be especially interesting if you are dealing with real estate and local laws in Andalucia. By signing a power of attorney (poder notarial) you can commission one of our solicitors in Malaga to complete a specific procedure on your behalf, for example, if you are abroad.
Time is your most precious asset and for this reason, we do our best to provide fast and efficient service. A face-to-face meeting in our Malaga offices is certainly the best way to explain a specific procedure in detail. However, on many occasions, a quick call can be just as useful and productive to get the information you need. For this reason, we offer legal advice online, either via Skype or Zoom call besides phone and classical e-mail communication.
In this way, you will be able to make your first inquiries and start preparing any necessary paperwork even before arriving in Malaga. Whether for property conveyancing, tax advice, registering a property for holiday rentals or making a will, do reach out to us and one of our English-speaking professionals will reply as fast as possible.
Our aim is to develop long-lasting cooperation with you, which proves to be profitable for both sides. Indeed, any transaction that you complete in Spain will influence the amount of taxes due. By working with Tejada Solicitors in Malaga, you benefit from regular communications, keeping an updated record of your transactions, and following up with the same specialist. As a family-run business, we believe in clear and efficient communication.
When you buy a house in Malaga, there are many aspects that a solicitor will need to verify for you, such as the validity of the sale contract, the deeds of the house, outstanding debts or building permissions, which are heavily dependant on local authorities. For this reason, it is highly recommendable to work with a firm of lawyers, even more so if you are not proficient in Spanish.
We generally hold a first meeting through Skype or over the phone. This allows our clients to get a first impression of our team. Besides, it allows us to understand what the client is looking for before starting to work together.
The truth is, the price depends on the type of service. The costs for conveyancing are subject to the price of the property, whereas plain legal advice will depend on the number of hours and complexity of the subject. In any event, feel free to send us an e-mail and explain your case.
As a law firm with many years of experience all over the Costa del Sol, we offer services in Malaga city centre, Benalmadena, Fuengirola, Mijas, Marbella, Estepona, Nerja, Velez-Malaga Torrox and Torre del Mar. However, we can deliver our services to any place within the Costa del Sol.
Whether your need a lawyer, a solicitor in Malaga, a tax advisor or even an architect, the TEJADA Solicitors team is prepared to cover your needs in terms of paperwork and carrying out any necessary formalities. We are members of the Malaga Bar Association.
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