A Brief Guide to Buying Property In Spain

House hunting property visits to Spain

Beware the cheap inspection trip! Many companies offer inspection trips at low prices. If you take one of these the chances are that you will be herded around in a large group with other buyers, visiting properties that it suits the agent to sell rather than you to buy, and all the while subjected to subtle forms of pressure selling. Subsidised inspection trips are a false economy for buyers, who are better of paying for and organising their own visits.

Don't let yourself be manipulated by any agent whilst you are visiting Spain. They are there to help you, and the moment they let their own interests interfere with your decision they are letting you down. Your interests are paramount, and it should be clear from the beginning that your agent understands this. Don't think twice about walking away from an agent if you are not happy with the service.

Once in Spain, you will have a chance to visit the properties or developments that interest you. Be sure to take notes of the good and bad points of each property, and any other distinguishing features, so that you have access to all the relevant information when the time comes to make a decision. It is a good idea to have a digital camera with you, as your evaluation process is much easier if you have photos of all the properties you have seen.

Be prepared to return empty handed from a house hunting visit to Spain. Better to try again later than to buy and live to regret it.

© Mark Stucklin (Spanish Property Insight)

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