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Taxes to be paid when buying and selling a home

Buying and selling a home is one of the biggest long-term commitments a person can make in his or her life. However, it is important to bear in mind that, in addition to the price of the property, there are also a number of additional taxes and additional expenses that must be paid in this process

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How to take photos to sell or rent a home

When buying or renting a property, potential clients often turn first to the images of the listing to decide, within seconds, whether they’re interested or should keep searching. Photos play a crucial role in the real estate market.

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How much is your home worth today? This is how the real market value is calculated

The value of a property can vary significantly depending on several factors. It is important to understand how the real market value is calculated in order to make the right decisions when selling your home. This article examines the key elements that influence property valuation, as well as the most commonly used methods to determine its price.

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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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Why rent out my flat through an estate agency

Renting out a flat through an estate agency can be an effective solution for owners who want to get the most out of their investment. This process offers multiple advantages, from professional advice to comprehensive rental management.

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Real estate Artificial Intelligence: AI tools to sell an apartment

The advancement of new technologies in the digital era has reached the real estate sector and is gradually transforming it. In fact, did you know that artificial intelligence (AI) can speed up the sale of an apartment and maximize your profits?

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Investing in housing in Madrid: is it a good idea?

Madrid, the capital of Spain, is a thriving real estate investment center . With its strong economy, rich culture, cosmopolitan atmosphere and dynamic energy, it is the perfect place to invest in property, diversify your assets and secure a stable, long-term financial future.

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Selling after an inheritance: procedures, taxes, and tips to avoid losing money

Selling a property after inheriting it can be both an opportunity and a challenge. First, because of the emotions linked to a bereavement, but also due to the complications that legal, fiscal, and bureaucratic procedures can entail –which some heirs are unaware of–.

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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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Selling a house to buy another one: how can you do it?

There are many reasons that can motivate the search for a new home: change of job, family growth, wanting to try a new location... But then the question arises of what to do with the property we already own. Can we sell it to buy another one? Selling to buy is one of the main reasons why a property is transferred in our country.

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Renting as a way of life

In an increasingly competitive property market, renting is becoming a popular option for those looking for flexibility, but don't want to give up living in a quality property.

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