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How Interest Rates Affect Mortgage Loans

What are interest rates? Why do they rise and fall? What determines these changes? If you are thinking about buying a home and need to apply for a mortgage, it’s important to understand how they work and the role they play. 

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What is the difference between constructed and useful metres?

There are many people who, when buying or selling a property, are not very clear about the concept of built and useful metres. This is exploited by some unscrupulous sellers who take advantage of this confusion to obtain a higher return on the sale.

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Evolution of the Spanish real estate market in 2022

2020 and 2021 were strongly marked by the pandemic, and it was expected that in 2022 things would return to normal. But after the start of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, the global socio-economic context has changed completely, and the Spanish real estate market has not been unaffected.

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Juan-Galo Macià, CEO of Engel & Völkers Iberia, receives the Diamond Award for Excellence

Our CEO of Engel & Völkers in Spain, Portugal, and Andorra, Juan-Galo Macià, has been honored with the prestigious Diamond Award for Excellence in the Lifestyle category, awarded by the Spanish Luxury Association – Luxury Spain. This recognition highlights his leadership and contribution to the luxury real estate sector, reaffirming Engel & Völkers' commitment to excellence and exclusivity.

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Why invest in Seville

Seville is the third most populated city in Spain, the capital of the largest autonomous community (Andalusia) and one of the most popular urban tourist destinations for both national and international visitors. Such a statement should suffice to persuade anyone to take advantage of living in the city of the Guadalquivir. However, property investors can benefit from many other advantages when choosing Seville as a market to invest in. From business opportunities to the quality of life passing through the social environment, the Andalusian capital is a true treasure for investment.

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A special Menina to celebrate the tenth anniversary of Engel & Völkers Madrid

For our tenth anniversary at Engel & Völkers Madrid, we pay tribute to our clients with the design of the Menina "Confianza" for the "Meninas Madrid Gallery 2024" exhibition. This design symbolizes the strong bond we have built with each client who has trusted us to sell, buy, or rent their property.

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We are expanding our presence in Bilbao & Getxo by integrating these markets into our network of MC

At Engel & Völkers, we continue to grow and strengthen our presence in northern Spain. This time, we have integrated the markets of Bilbao and Getxo into our network of Market Centers, which until now operated under the franchise model. “The decision to take direct control of this area reflects our commitment to providing a more personalized, closer, and top-quality service to our clients,” explains Juan-Galo Macià, President of Engel & Völkers Spain, Portugal, and Andorra.

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New Engel & Völkers shops in Dénia and Jávea

At Engel & Völkers, we are delighted to announce the opening of two new shops in key locations within the Valencian Community: Dénia and Jávea. These strategically positioned locations along the Costa Blanca will allow us to better serve our clients and expand our offerings in this highly sought-after Mediterranean region.

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10 keys to success in the real estate sector

The real estate sector offers very good income opportunities. It also has the advantage that you can work as a real estate consultant from different locations and combine your professional life with your personal life.

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How to make the most of real estate fairs in Spain

Throughout the year, many real estate exhibitions take place in Spain. You can attend these as a real estate agent, buyer, or seller. But what is the most relevant information in each case? What can you expect to learn? How can you benefit from these specialized property events?

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We are reopening our shop in Sant Cugat!

This week we have reopened the doors of our shop in Sant Cugat del Vallès, after a complete renovation to provide the best service. Located at Avinguda de Ruis i Taulet, number 55, in the heart of the Catalan city, this refurbishment reinforces our presence and commitment to the area.

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Who can advise me when buying a house? Find your ideal expert

Buying a home is one of the most important decisions in life. It is a high-value investment that requires time and careful consideration. The best approach is to seek guidance from a qualified professional who understands the industry and can offer expert advice.

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Engel & Völkers Spain

Avenida Diagonal 640, 6B

08017 Barcelona, España

Tel: +34 900 747 281