Author Archives: Michael Liggan

Michael Liggan – Reasons to consider a move to Spain

Michael Liggan looks at what motivates people to consider a move to Spain, and finds that there is more than one reason. Of all the reasons cited by immigrants for their decision to move from Northern Europe to Spain (better … Continue reading

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Altavista Property Spain–Spanish Property Shortage Possible

With unemployment at record levels and property price falls accelerating in many areas, good news from Spain is thin on the ground. Much has been made of Spain’s property glut but it seems that in the Costa del Sol at … Continue reading

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England plan European build-up in Marbella

It was Fabio Capello’s lowest moment. In the immediate aftermath of the humiliating 4-1 defeat by Germany at the 2010 World Cup, as he surveyed the wreckage of his South African campaign, he said wistfully: ‘I remember Denmark in 1992, … Continue reading

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Confidence Returning To Costa del Sol Property Market

A recent article published by the Financial Times highlights the fact that confidence is returning to the property market on the Costa del Sol – and in particular the evergreen favourite of Marbella.

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Kyero.com reports huge increase in Foreign Investment in Spanish Property

Renowned Spanish property portal Kyero.com reported recently that Spanish property is enjoying a new wave of overseas investors, most likely due to the substantial discounts on offer. The article cites statistics from the bank of Spain which show foreign investment … Continue reading

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Spanish Property buyers look for homes with outdoor space

A recent survey conducted by Savills International and HomeAway.co.uk found that people looking to buy a property in Spain often look for homes with balconies or terraces in order to make the most of the better weather.

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Spain named a top destination for quality of life

Spain has been singled out as one of the best places in Europe in terms of life quality, with only France ranking higher. The uSwitch Quality of Life Index looks at a range of factors, including average earnings, spending on … Continue reading

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Buying Property with Altavista Spain

When it comes to investing overseas what are your best options? There are a number of things you can sink your money into, but probably one of the surest ways to get an excellent return on your investment is to … Continue reading

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Property investments in and around Marbella

We all know that property investment is big business these days, but not everyone has considered investing in property overseas. At Alta Vista Spain we are acutely aware that overseas investments are very lucrative, but should you be considering something … Continue reading

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Altavista Spain – Spanish Property and Inheritance Tax

According to Mark Roach, Company Director and Spanish Tax Consultant at Wincham Consultants, non-resident property owners in Spain are sitting on a ticking IHT time bomb. “Most owners do not understand that their heirs and their estate will pay IHT … Continue reading

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