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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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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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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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Real Estate Financing in Mallorca: Insider Tips from an Expert

In an interview with Luis Fernandez, financial expert and CEO of Engel & Völkers Finance Spain, we discussed the topic of real estate financing in Mallorca and gained exclusive insights into the world of real estate financing on the island.

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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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Engel & Völkers sets all-time sales record in 2022

Engel & Völkers has grown by 8% in Spain, despite economic and financial challenges despite the economic and political challenges of the past year, reaching a brokerage volume of 3.40 billion euros in 2022 brokerage volume of 3,402 million euros.

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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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Avenida Diagonal 640, 6B

08017 Barcelona, España

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