Hiring an English-speaking solicitor in Marbella is an important step towards managing legal and tax-related aspects of your life abroad in a safe, comfortable and efficient way. In Tejada Solicitors Marbella, we aim to develop a solid business relationship with our clients, relying on a broad experience and knowledge of the local laws and regulations in different areas of Costa del Sol in Málaga.
If you are searching for a reliable firm of solicitors in the area of Marbella (including Estepona, San Pedro, Coin, Benahavis or Guaro), feel free to contact our team and we will take charge of your case, whether:
In fact, Marbella has currently the strongest real estate local market in Spain. Impressive villas surrounded by golf resorts and lively beaches turn it into one of the most attractive centres for investment in the South of Europe. If you are considering buying property, becoming familiar with the legal requirements will be the key to managing your assets in the most profitable way.
Our Law Firm offers you a complete support in the property conveyancing . If you wish to buy a property in Spain we assist our clients in every step of the purchase until completion, we do all the legal searchings and check all the relevant paperwork, legal situation of the property, charges, debts, utilities, draft contract, taxes, until completion at the Notary Office. The architect checks the urbanistic situation of the property and the Tax advisor informs and explains all the taxes involved in the purchase and of course the taxes to be paid after completion. We will make sure that the property is free of charges and legal.
We inform the client about the cost of buying and the client will exactly know the total cost involved in the purchase from the beginning. After completion we will send a final balance with all the taxes and expenses paid, and if there is any balance in your favour we will transfer it to you.
Also we can help you in the sale of your property, our tax advisor will advise you about the taxes to be paid for the sale and we will inform you about the cost of selling. Our solicitor will negotiate with the buyer’s solicitor all the sale conditions and will represent you in every step of the procedure until completion.
We provide a full support for tax issues to expat people, in order to avoid paying taxes twice, there are a lot cases in which we have to apply the double taxation agreement signed between Spain and your country of origin. This situation is known as International Taxation.
Whether you are a Non Fiscal Resident or a Fiscal Resident citizen, we will attend you with the tax implications in Spain, such as, Form 720, Non resident Tax, Personal Income Tax (Tax Return), Inheritance Tax, Rental Income, etc.
The N.I.E. number is the Identification Number of Foreigners People. Getting this N.I.E number will be necessary to make certain procedures as for example: buying a house, buying a car, opening a bank account, etc… This will be the identification number with the Spanish Tax Office for these procedures as well as for the tax payment as non-residents.
It is very important to specify that obtaining the N.I.E. does not involve obtaining the residency in Spain. The fact is that this is a different procedure to legally reside in Spain and pay your taxes here.
The Spanish Golden Visa is regulated by the Law of Entrepreneurs. Through this Law, the Spanish Government grants residency for non- EU citizens who purchase a property in Spain ( house, villas, or apartment) with a minimum investment of 500.000 €.
This programme is an interesting solution for investors from Non-EU countries ( such as, China, Russia, Arab Emirates, USA) whom to have the opportunity of getting the residency with special conditions, have to make an investment in properties in Spain- in such places as Málaga, Marbella, and the Costa del Sol- in which the real estate market is always in demand.
Renting out a property in Spain for short-term rentals (“viviendas de uso turístico”) is only allowed for leisure and work purposes.
In contrast, a long-term rental contract is meant for regular use and using the property as a home. While long-term rentals are regulated by Spanish national laws, the existing regional legislation ( different in each autonomic region ) might apply to short-term contracts.
If your property is located in Andalucia and it is going to be rented for a short term you have to get from the Junta de Andalucia the touristic purposes licence. In addition to the above, the property owner who rents a property in Spain has tax obligations, depending on wether he is fiscal resident or Non fiscal Resident and the tax amounts involved will be different.
You can find more information about this matter in our section Renting out property in Spain.
As a family-run business, we deliver direct and personalised services. From the first consultation to the different follow-up meetings, we work closely with our clients in finding the right solution and building a successful long-term relationship. Indeed, most legal procedures will have tax implications that require some follow-up. Likewise, it is essential to stay updated about the latest changes in Spanish laws and regulations. If you wish to receive regular updates, please subscribe to Tejada Solicitors’ newsletter.
We have bought a property in Murtas. The process was made very simple as the solicitor spoke excellent English and explained everything in detail. The whole process was carried efficiently by the Tejada Team. We would highly recommend this company.
John Basson Black & Clinton Basson
I came to Tejada solicitors when a good friend recommended them. They did everything when I purchased a new house and laid out clearly how much it would cost and when I had problems with my taxes they calmed me down and sorted everything out. I can not praise them enough.
Janet Beardall
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, expats often face a number of difficulties, from language and cultural differences to bureaucratic hurdles. Depending on the field of Law, regulations may differ from region to region, but also from a city like Marbella to another one like Malaga. This becomes even more important in real estate, since your lawyers or solicitors will be in charge of:
At Tejada Solicitors Marbella you will be assigned a specialist who takes charge of your case and offers you personalised advice. Nonetheless, in practice we work in a team of English speaking professionals specialising 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 Marbella 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 a fast and efficient service. A face-to-face meeting in our Marbella offices is certainly the best way to explain a specific procedure in detail. But in 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 Skype or Zoom call besides phone and classical e-mail communication. This way, even before arriving in Marbella, you will be able to make your first enquiries and start preparing any necessary paperwork. For example, you can contact us and ask for a quotation or first estimate of the costs for any specific procedure.
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 the same law firm, you benefit from regular communications (e.g. alerts informing you about your tax obligations), keeping an updated record of your transactions, and following up with the same specialist, who knows about your personal situation and specific needs. As a family-run business, we believe in clear and efficient communication.
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