Bureaucratic problems when you want to sell a property Case 1: Property not registered in the Land Registry Let's take a likely scenario: Ricard buys a property in 1980, goes to the notary to complete the purchase, but doesn't register it in the Land Registry, either to save a few thousand euros in taxes or out of lack of awareness. Remember that registering a property in the Land Registry IS NOT...

If you're thinking about renting out your flat or a room in Catalonia, it's very important that you're aware of the changes to the law that came into force on 26 April 2024. This new regulation mainly affects seasonal rentals (under 11 months) and room rentals. Why has the rental law been changed? The Catalan Government wanted to set limits on prices and prevent many landlords from circumventing the...

If you're thinking about selling your flat, you've probably already asked yourself the key question: "What can I do to sell it quickly and at the best price?" The answer often lies with a professional that many sellers overlook: the architect. Their role isn't just for major renovations or new builds. They can also be your strategic ally when it comes to getting your property ready for sale. Why work...

Mediterranean architecture isn't just a pretty aesthetic: it's a way of building designed around the climate, the light and the landscape. In Catalonia, especially along the coast and in the Camp de Tarragona, applying this style to renovations can result in homes that are warmer, more sustainable and more harmonious. If you're thinking about renovating your flat or house, here's how you can bring in...

The three Casas siblings — a lawyer, a forestry engineer and an interior designer — are at the helm of Síndar, a third-generation carpentry workshop based in the town of Alcover. Initially, it was the typical carpentry workshop working for private clients, builders, developers and a very local customer base. According to Gerard Casas, the manager: "Badalona was already a long way away for us". But...

Bureaucratic problems when you want to sell a property: Case 2: Property not registered in the Land Registry Let's take a likely scenario. Ricard buys a property in 1980, goes to the notary to complete the purchase, but doesn't register it in the Land Registry, either to save a few thousand euros in taxes or out of lack of awareness. Remember that registering a property in the Land Registry IS NOT...