Do you have plans to buy a second home in Spain? An important choice is between new construction or existing construction.

Buying an existing house in Spain

If you want to buy a house in Spain, the estate agent on site will first make a selection of the available properties. You can then sift through this yourself. This way, you can start looking for a second home.

When buying a house, you engage a lawyer together with the estate agent, who can guide you in taking the right steps. It not only saves you unnecessary costs but also possible misery afterwards. When you buy an existing house in Spain, it is usually delivered fully furnished. If this is not your taste, make clear arrangements with the estate agent beforehand.

Building your own house in Spain

You can also build your own house in Spain. This means working with the estate agent to find suitable land (‘finca urbana’). You will need to hire a lawyer and there is no harm in using a mediator.

They can act as intermediaries when dealing with the estate agent and the lawyer to ensure everything goes smoothly. In terms of furniture, with new builds you often get the opportunity to buy a furniture package (including electrical appliances) from certain furniture shops. Let your estate agent negotiate for possible discounts and ask which companies he recommends.

If you are going to buy a house in Spain, be sure to visit Second Home Expo. with a wide range of new and existing homes on offer. There are also estate agents and experts who can answer all your questions. It may also be interesting to attend a seminar. This way, you will be fully informed in 30 minutes about buying a holiday home in Spain.