One of the very first places I visited when arriving in Spain 6 years ago was Competa. It had all the classic features of a Spanish 'pueblo' (village), with it's numerous whitewashed townhouses, narrow streets and a very warm and friendly welcome from the locals.
This traditional white Spanish 'pueblo' is typical of the many pueblos located throughout Spain, the intricate arrangement of properties built up over hundreds of years surround a main plaza and the town church. Townhouses often go under and over, behind and in front of one another providing a charming glimpse of Spanish heritage.
Although, as the article points out, Competa has long been discovered by tourists and some would argue has lost a little bit of it's appeal through modernisation and renovation, it holds up today as a good mix of old and new. The welcoming atmosphere remains and is highlighted best during the many fiestas taking place throughout the year, Competa still has a lasting effect on all who visit.
Property prices here are relatively low for Malaga, some 20% below the province average but slightly above the national average. Here you can find the latest information on Competa property http://www.kyero.com/property_guide/31351-competa-property-guide . With regards to rentals, there aren't too many in the village itself, most of these are taken by the more than 4000 permanent residents, however you will find villas and country houses for rent in Competa surrounding areas - http://www.kyero.com/browse/inland-competa-property-long-let-loc31351pag1ppp20slt1srt4
It really is worth a visit for the day, and with the town of Velez-Malaga just 15 minutes drive away you will also have access to shopping centres, beaches, waterparks and more ... you may well end staying much, much longer!
The original spotlight article - Houses for sale in Competa tend to be traditional, white-washed village houses often with much charm and sometimes
in need of modernisation. The town of Competa is set around the main square, the Plaza Almijara, and the houses spread out over the hill and into the surrounding countryside. Competa itself still has a very Spanish feel, though it has already been 'discovered' by the northern Europeans and many houses for sale Competa have already been tastefully renovated and modernised ready to sell on. Situated just 50kms from Malaga airport, Competa is a popular spot for holiday-makers, ensuring a good rental income for those looking to invest in a holiday house in Competa. For a wide range of properties for sale and for rent in the village, from independent agents specialising in the area, why not browse the kyero database to see a wide selection of houses for sale Competa.
Friday, 30 October 2009
Thursday, 29 October 2009
Bars for sale in Spain
For many the dream of moving to Spain also includes opening a business and in many cases that business is a bar. In this article from 2004, Kyero looked at what are still the primary considerations when buying a bar (or any business for that matter).
In the service industry, your key to success are clients ... and lots of them. Location is therefore a major consideration, especially in the case of a bar. Passing trade can mean the difference between success and failure, and while it is possible to achieve a steady income with some committed regulars in a side street or quiet suburb, making healthy profits is unlikely and more times than not the dream is short lived. there is a reason why front line bars are more expensive and while the initial outlay is higher you only need to take a look around to see the benefits of regular passing trade. I can give countless examples of a cheap bar coming onto the market in an out of the way spot, only to see them last a year or less and still being tied into a lease agreement.
Another topic touched upon is that most passing trade is seasonal, many Spanish tourist destinations have a very short season of a few months. And, while no-one would accuse the Spanish of being xenophobic, certainly in the area I'm living in, the Spanish tourists are quite traditional and furthermore faithful to the bars that they have visited year after year, meaning new bars can often be overlooked in place of their regular long established premises. while this may not be so much of a consideration in Marbella or Torrevieja, where international tourists dominate, it is worthwhile doing your research into your anticipated client base.
The short season is a real concern, is there going to be enough trade in the high season to cater for the low, or are there enough residents to provide an all year round income. Location and research into the location is vital, with some of the islands for example benefitting from all year round tourism, while many well known summer hotspots can turn into ghost towns in the winter.
The knowledge to take with you when buying a business in Spain can be summed up in the well known phrase ... fools rush in where angles fear to tread. Sometimes taking a risk can pay off, but make sure that risk is a considered one by doing your homework and thinking 12 months ahead rather than 12 weeks.
Kyero has hundreds of businesses for sale in Spain and a great number of bars for sale - the latest can be found by searching for 'commercial property' or by visiting here - http://www.kyero.com/browse/spain-commercial-property-for-sale-pag1pgr8ppp20slt0srt4
The original article - Bars for sale in Spain can be found by searching Kyero for commercial properties. As with any property purchase, it pays to take your time and do your research before buying and Kyero makes this easy by giving you access to thousands of commercial properties in Spain, all advertised by hundreds of different agents. Of course, location is paramount and whether you are looking for bars for sale in Spain on the coast or would prefer to set yourself up in a small Spanish village or major city inland, you will find a wide choice here on Kyero.
Although location must be very high on your list of considerations, don't forget that there are many business opportunities available in Spain and thinking beyond running a typical bar or disco could just give you the business edge that you are looking for. Remember that many businesses in Spain can be very seasonal, particularly in the coastal resorts. Whatever you decide, the Kyero database is a great place to start your search and has a wide selection of restaurants and bars for sale in Spain.
In the service industry, your key to success are clients ... and lots of them. Location is therefore a major consideration, especially in the case of a bar. Passing trade can mean the difference between success and failure, and while it is possible to achieve a steady income with some committed regulars in a side street or quiet suburb, making healthy profits is unlikely and more times than not the dream is short lived. there is a reason why front line bars are more expensive and while the initial outlay is higher you only need to take a look around to see the benefits of regular passing trade. I can give countless examples of a cheap bar coming onto the market in an out of the way spot, only to see them last a year or less and still being tied into a lease agreement.
Another topic touched upon is that most passing trade is seasonal, many Spanish tourist destinations have a very short season of a few months. And, while no-one would accuse the Spanish of being xenophobic, certainly in the area I'm living in, the Spanish tourists are quite traditional and furthermore faithful to the bars that they have visited year after year, meaning new bars can often be overlooked in place of their regular long established premises. while this may not be so much of a consideration in Marbella or Torrevieja, where international tourists dominate, it is worthwhile doing your research into your anticipated client base.
The short season is a real concern, is there going to be enough trade in the high season to cater for the low, or are there enough residents to provide an all year round income. Location and research into the location is vital, with some of the islands for example benefitting from all year round tourism, while many well known summer hotspots can turn into ghost towns in the winter.
The knowledge to take with you when buying a business in Spain can be summed up in the well known phrase ... fools rush in where angles fear to tread. Sometimes taking a risk can pay off, but make sure that risk is a considered one by doing your homework and thinking 12 months ahead rather than 12 weeks.
Kyero has hundreds of businesses for sale in Spain and a great number of bars for sale - the latest can be found by searching for 'commercial property' or by visiting here - http://www.kyero.com/browse/spain-commercial-property-for-sale-pag1pgr8ppp20slt0srt4
The original article - Bars for sale in Spain can be found by searching Kyero for commercial properties. As with any property purchase, it pays to take your time and do your research before buying and Kyero makes this easy by giving you access to thousands of commercial properties in Spain, all advertised by hundreds of different agents. Of course, location is paramount and whether you are looking for bars for sale in Spain on the coast or would prefer to set yourself up in a small Spanish village or major city inland, you will find a wide choice here on Kyero.
Although location must be very high on your list of considerations, don't forget that there are many business opportunities available in Spain and thinking beyond running a typical bar or disco could just give you the business edge that you are looking for. Remember that many businesses in Spain can be very seasonal, particularly in the coastal resorts. Whatever you decide, the Kyero database is a great place to start your search and has a wide selection of restaurants and bars for sale in Spain.
Tuesday, 27 October 2009
Benidorm, a long way from 1962!
In another article back in 2004, Kyero's spotlight was on Benidorm. And, like my own personal preconceptions, it highlights one of the most common thoughts whenever Benidorm is mentioned ... package holiday hell. This reputation stems from the area being one of the main package holiday destinations in the 60's and 70's, where sun, sea, sangria , sangria and more sangria appeared to be the primary motive for visiting. In truth, bar changing it's name, Benidorm has done an incredible amount of work since that time to clean up it's image and although the high rise buildings do dominate the horizon, these are mostly clean and modern, a far cry from the cheap, concrete blocks of yesteryear's.
Benidorm is now a modern town with a surprising amount of green zone thanks to stringent construction laws. It has excellent travel connections and public transport facilities, a vibrant nightlife, 27 four star hotels and 4 theme parks ... and due to it's excellent climate (a low of around 16 degrees being the norm in winter) it is a location, not just for holidays but also as permanent home to more than 75,000 residents, with around a third being expatriates.
On a recent visit during late September, my personal experience was a pleasant surprise at the diverse entertainment on offer, the superb sandy beaches and at the overall cleanliness of what I imagined to be a cheap, nasty, tourist trap. The name still conjures up those memories but the experience, I'm glad to say, is far removed.
Kyero has a diverse range of properties for sale and prices are around the national average, the latest selection can be found here - http://www.kyero.com/browse/coastal-benidorm-property-for-sale-loc999pag1ppp20slt0srt4 . With all year demand, rentals both long and short term aren't cheap but there is a steady flow of availability, we'd recommend visiting the Benidorm guide page regularly to check or even setting up a property alert to ensure you don't miss out on anything - http://www.kyero.com/property_guide/999-benidorm-property-guide
Benidorm is a still a favourite Mediterranean destination and, despite its reputation as a chips 'n lager resort, the town has changed considerably over the past few years. Benidorm has received a very bad press since the 60s and 70s when British holiday-makers came over in their droves for cheap package holidays.
The original article - Nowadays, you are just as likely to spend your days shopping in designer arcades, dining in fine restaurants and enjoying the golden, sandy beaches, or enjoying some of the great facilities and activities that Benidorm offers such as golf, theme parks, paragliding and many different water sports, including scuba diving. The night life in Benidorm is not for the faint hearted but there is also a superb choice of family entertainment and just outside of Benidorm, you will find the many delights of the Costa Blanca including safari parks, nature reserves and delightful Spanish villages. Benidorm is quite rightly a thriving, resort year-round and it is no surprise that over half of the visitors to this city return year after year to Benidorm.
Benidorm is now a modern town with a surprising amount of green zone thanks to stringent construction laws. It has excellent travel connections and public transport facilities, a vibrant nightlife, 27 four star hotels and 4 theme parks ... and due to it's excellent climate (a low of around 16 degrees being the norm in winter) it is a location, not just for holidays but also as permanent home to more than 75,000 residents, with around a third being expatriates.
On a recent visit during late September, my personal experience was a pleasant surprise at the diverse entertainment on offer, the superb sandy beaches and at the overall cleanliness of what I imagined to be a cheap, nasty, tourist trap. The name still conjures up those memories but the experience, I'm glad to say, is far removed.
Kyero has a diverse range of properties for sale and prices are around the national average, the latest selection can be found here - http://www.kyero.com/browse/coastal-benidorm-property-for-sale-loc999pag1ppp20slt0srt4 . With all year demand, rentals both long and short term aren't cheap but there is a steady flow of availability, we'd recommend visiting the Benidorm guide page regularly to check or even setting up a property alert to ensure you don't miss out on anything - http://www.kyero.com/property_guide/999-benidorm-property-guide
Benidorm is a still a favourite Mediterranean destination and, despite its reputation as a chips 'n lager resort, the town has changed considerably over the past few years. Benidorm has received a very bad press since the 60s and 70s when British holiday-makers came over in their droves for cheap package holidays.
The original article - Nowadays, you are just as likely to spend your days shopping in designer arcades, dining in fine restaurants and enjoying the golden, sandy beaches, or enjoying some of the great facilities and activities that Benidorm offers such as golf, theme parks, paragliding and many different water sports, including scuba diving. The night life in Benidorm is not for the faint hearted but there is also a superb choice of family entertainment and just outside of Benidorm, you will find the many delights of the Costa Blanca including safari parks, nature reserves and delightful Spanish villages. Benidorm is quite rightly a thriving, resort year-round and it is no surprise that over half of the visitors to this city return year after year to Benidorm.
Monday, 26 October 2009
Renting and buying property in Barcelona
Spain's second largest city is home to over 1.5 million residents and, as mentioned in this article from early 2006, is a modern, cosmopolitan city. Like many European cities, Barcelona is a stunning place to live or visit and has both the advantages of sunshine and beaches as well as its history, architecture and art.
It is still one of the more expensive places to buy with current property prices in Barcelona well above the national average. You can find all the latest Barcelona sales information is available at http://www.kyero.com/property_guide/8-barcelona-property-guide
A world away from the package holiday resorts of the Costas, Barcelona is a major economic centre within Europe and has one of the Mediterranean's major ports. It's airport is the second largest in Spain, but be careful booking with the well known budget airlines (I'm sure you know the ones) who often use the Girona-Costa Brava Airport or Reus airport, situated about 90 km north and 77 km south respectively.
One of the original articles key points was Barcelona's strong rental market and so buying a second home here is still just as desirable. The latest rental property can be found here http://www.kyero.com/browse/barcelona-property-long-let-loc8pag1ppp20slt1srt4
From 2006 - Real estate Spain Barcelona is a popular choice for those searching for a city-based, second property. Barcelona and its surrounding towns are considered by many to be the perfect location to own a second home, although many people buying property here are also looking to leave the UK and set up a a new life in Spain. Technology and the internet make it possible nowadays to work almost anywhere in the world and, for many, Barcelona offers an ideal combination of a life in Spain (sun, beach, tapas) as well as the advantages of a modern, cosmopolitan city. Barcelona is a vibrant city, where many Europeans choose to live either full or part time. Real estate here can be more expensive than other parts of Spain, but the rental market is strong, with demand not only from holiday-makers and tourists but also from people looking to work in the city. With thousands of properties listed, Kyero is an excellent resource if you are looking to invest in real estate Spain Barcelona.
It is still one of the more expensive places to buy with current property prices in Barcelona well above the national average. You can find all the latest Barcelona sales information is available at http://www.kyero.com/property_guide/8-barcelona-property-guide
A world away from the package holiday resorts of the Costas, Barcelona is a major economic centre within Europe and has one of the Mediterranean's major ports. It's airport is the second largest in Spain, but be careful booking with the well known budget airlines (I'm sure you know the ones) who often use the Girona-Costa Brava Airport or Reus airport, situated about 90 km north and 77 km south respectively.
One of the original articles key points was Barcelona's strong rental market and so buying a second home here is still just as desirable. The latest rental property can be found here http://www.kyero.com/browse/barcelona-property-long-let-loc8pag1ppp20slt1srt4
From 2006 - Real estate Spain Barcelona is a popular choice for those searching for a city-based, second property. Barcelona and its surrounding towns are considered by many to be the perfect location to own a second home, although many people buying property here are also looking to leave the UK and set up a a new life in Spain. Technology and the internet make it possible nowadays to work almost anywhere in the world and, for many, Barcelona offers an ideal combination of a life in Spain (sun, beach, tapas) as well as the advantages of a modern, cosmopolitan city. Barcelona is a vibrant city, where many Europeans choose to live either full or part time. Real estate here can be more expensive than other parts of Spain, but the rental market is strong, with demand not only from holiday-makers and tourists but also from people looking to work in the city. With thousands of properties listed, Kyero is an excellent resource if you are looking to invest in real estate Spain Barcelona.
Friday, 23 October 2009
Asturias Property Sale
Northern Spain is often ignored by visitors to Spain who generally have flocked to the typical tourist destinations of the Costa del Sol or Costa Blanca. In this article from 2005, Kyero highlighted many of the benefits of the area that still hold true today.
While sun, sea and sangria are an attractive proposition for many, Asturias in northern Spain also has many positive aspects. Summers are warm with plenty of sunshine and average temperatures in the 20's - many people heading to the southern coast are often caught out by the extreme heat. I live on the coast of Granada and have many friends and family who will not visit us during the summer months, it is simply too hot during the day and night - remember, northern Spain has a similar climate to southern France, and also a greener, more luscious landscape than the dry and arid south.
Over two hundred sandy beaches adorn the coastline and there are also many quiet coves and natural sea caves. An all year round destination, in the winter the mountainous areas offer excellent skiing opportunities.
Still mostly unspoilt by mass tourism, things really haven't changed to much over the intervening years. Good transport links are still in place and flights relatively inexpensive. This also still applies to property prices, with prices being lower than the national average. A quick glance on Kyero's current Asturias property for sale pages, found here http://www.kyero.com/property_guide/33-asturias-property-guide demonstrate a number of well priced properties and some eye catching holiday rentals.
The phrase that sums up Asturias appears in the articles first sentence .. discerning. For those that are looking for more than just sunshine, it is a welcoming and alluring part of the Spanish mainland with intense natural beauty ... just don't let everyone know!
The original article:
Asturias property for sale is finally beginning to catch the eye of the discerning property buyer and with property for sale here at lower prices than in other better-known parts of Spain, it is no wonder. Transport links to the area are improving rapidly and with Ryanair flying to Santander, Easyjet flying to Bilbao and Iberia flying to Oviedo, Asturias property sales are likely to attract even more interest from UK buyers. If you are looking to buy property in a part of Spain that remains hardly touched by mass tourism and if guaranteed sunshine is not your only reason for buying property abroad, then Asturias property is for you. With elegant seaside towns and stunning, natural coastline, Asturias has long been popular with French and Spanish holiday-makers. Whether you are looking for property in one of the delightful little fishing ports or prefer a rustic villa looking out onto rolling meadows, why not search the kyero database for a selection of Asturias property sale.
While sun, sea and sangria are an attractive proposition for many, Asturias in northern Spain also has many positive aspects. Summers are warm with plenty of sunshine and average temperatures in the 20's - many people heading to the southern coast are often caught out by the extreme heat. I live on the coast of Granada and have many friends and family who will not visit us during the summer months, it is simply too hot during the day and night - remember, northern Spain has a similar climate to southern France, and also a greener, more luscious landscape than the dry and arid south.
Over two hundred sandy beaches adorn the coastline and there are also many quiet coves and natural sea caves. An all year round destination, in the winter the mountainous areas offer excellent skiing opportunities.
Still mostly unspoilt by mass tourism, things really haven't changed to much over the intervening years. Good transport links are still in place and flights relatively inexpensive. This also still applies to property prices, with prices being lower than the national average. A quick glance on Kyero's current Asturias property for sale pages, found here http://www.kyero.com/property_guide/33-asturias-property-guide demonstrate a number of well priced properties and some eye catching holiday rentals.
The phrase that sums up Asturias appears in the articles first sentence .. discerning. For those that are looking for more than just sunshine, it is a welcoming and alluring part of the Spanish mainland with intense natural beauty ... just don't let everyone know!
The original article:
Asturias property for sale is finally beginning to catch the eye of the discerning property buyer and with property for sale here at lower prices than in other better-known parts of Spain, it is no wonder. Transport links to the area are improving rapidly and with Ryanair flying to Santander, Easyjet flying to Bilbao and Iberia flying to Oviedo, Asturias property sales are likely to attract even more interest from UK buyers. If you are looking to buy property in a part of Spain that remains hardly touched by mass tourism and if guaranteed sunshine is not your only reason for buying property abroad, then Asturias property is for you. With elegant seaside towns and stunning, natural coastline, Asturias has long been popular with French and Spanish holiday-makers. Whether you are looking for property in one of the delightful little fishing ports or prefer a rustic villa looking out onto rolling meadows, why not search the kyero database for a selection of Asturias property sale.
Thursday, 22 October 2009
Long term apartment rental in Spain
Renting in Spain hasn't changed much over the past few years, the advice held in this article from 2004 is mostly just the same in 2009, with some positive differences when taking into consideration the current market.
Apartments are the predominant property in Spain, with few detached homes especially in towns and cities. Demand from the Spanish is quite low compared to other countries - just 13% of Spanish households live in rented accommodation, compared to more than 40% in Germany and France, and around 30% in the UK.
But with the recent housing boom, there is a deluge of unsold property and more owners are turning to the security of long term lets to realise their investments. The benefit here is that it has become a 'buyer's market' due to the basic law of supply and demand.
The other benefits still apply, with renting in an area a wise choice before making the plunge to purchase. While two weeks in a location gives some knowledge of the area, only by staying longer term can you be certain that the area suites your requirements and has the lifestyle that will ensure a permanent stay as enjoyable as possible - purchasing immediately does not allow for any such consideration.
One feature mentioned in the article was that Kyero published average long term rental prices, this is no longer the case. Kyero, being mainly sales orientated, dropped price comparisons for rentals to concentrate on more substantial work on its independent house price index. This information should still be able to be extracted from Kyero's archives so I'll take a look at publishing some data on the subject soon, at least a current snapshot of the market today, if not a full historical breakdown.
With around 10,000 rental properties available on Kyero, it is still one of the largest sources available today on the internet - the latest long term properties to rent in Spain can always be found here - http://www.kyero.com/browse/spain-property-long-let-pag1ppp20slt1srt4
The original article stated:
An apartment in Spain can be an excellent investment, particularly if you are thinking of renting it out. Demand for long-term rentals in Spain is increasing daily as more people consider relocating to a sunny country. Many prefer to rent first to get a feel for an area and for life in Spain in general, but it is not always easy to find an apartment in Spain that is available for long-term rental. Many property owners in Spain, prefer to only rent out their property during the peak summer months, when they can charge a premium. However, as the number of properties available for holiday lets increases, it can make better financial sense to rent your apartment out long term. Although the monthly rent you can charge will be cheaper, you do have the assurance of a longer term rental period. To ensure that you are making an informed decision, use the Kyero price guide to find out how much apartments are selling for at the moment and also to see the average long-term rental price of an apartment in Spain.
Apartments are the predominant property in Spain, with few detached homes especially in towns and cities. Demand from the Spanish is quite low compared to other countries - just 13% of Spanish households live in rented accommodation, compared to more than 40% in Germany and France, and around 30% in the UK.
But with the recent housing boom, there is a deluge of unsold property and more owners are turning to the security of long term lets to realise their investments. The benefit here is that it has become a 'buyer's market' due to the basic law of supply and demand.
The other benefits still apply, with renting in an area a wise choice before making the plunge to purchase. While two weeks in a location gives some knowledge of the area, only by staying longer term can you be certain that the area suites your requirements and has the lifestyle that will ensure a permanent stay as enjoyable as possible - purchasing immediately does not allow for any such consideration.
One feature mentioned in the article was that Kyero published average long term rental prices, this is no longer the case. Kyero, being mainly sales orientated, dropped price comparisons for rentals to concentrate on more substantial work on its independent house price index. This information should still be able to be extracted from Kyero's archives so I'll take a look at publishing some data on the subject soon, at least a current snapshot of the market today, if not a full historical breakdown.
With around 10,000 rental properties available on Kyero, it is still one of the largest sources available today on the internet - the latest long term properties to rent in Spain can always be found here - http://www.kyero.com/browse/spain-property-long-let-pag1ppp20slt1srt4
The original article stated:
An apartment in Spain can be an excellent investment, particularly if you are thinking of renting it out. Demand for long-term rentals in Spain is increasing daily as more people consider relocating to a sunny country. Many prefer to rent first to get a feel for an area and for life in Spain in general, but it is not always easy to find an apartment in Spain that is available for long-term rental. Many property owners in Spain, prefer to only rent out their property during the peak summer months, when they can charge a premium. However, as the number of properties available for holiday lets increases, it can make better financial sense to rent your apartment out long term. Although the monthly rent you can charge will be cheaper, you do have the assurance of a longer term rental period. To ensure that you are making an informed decision, use the Kyero price guide to find out how much apartments are selling for at the moment and also to see the average long-term rental price of an apartment in Spain.
Wednesday, 21 October 2009
Property to Renovate in Andalusia Spain
This small article dates back to 2004, a time when there were literally thousands of ruins and properties in need of renovation. This was a great time to buy cheap property, spend some time renovating and then sell on for a healthy profit.
We pointed out a key part of their desirability, the ease of getting a building permit compared to building a new property was vast. New build permits on rural land require many conditions to be met and even with a good architect and lawyer, the process could take up to two years before a licence was granted, if at all.
Television, especially in the UK was awash with home improvement programmes and moving abroad series' such as 'A Place in the Sun' (a programme I personally appeared while working as an estate agent, much to the delight of friends and family at home). And so, demand reached fever pitch and the bargain ruins soon disappeared. These days ruins in Andalucia are much harder to come by but can still be found here:
http://www.kyero.com/property_guide/55531-andalucia-property-guide - you'll need to search under the property type of "land".
On to the article itself:
Property to renovate in Andalusia Spain may be so run down that you actually need to re-build it, or it may simply need a lick of paint and some tidying up. Whatever the amount of work you are prepared to do, you will find a wide selection of property to renovate advertised here on kyero.com. With the recent crack down from the Andalusia Junta on building permits, particularly on rural land, it can often be easier to buy a ruined property to renovate in Andalusia Spain than just buy a plot of land to build on, and usually a lot quicker to obtain planning permission. Many of the ruined properties in Andalusia offer great potential and for those who are willing to consider properties for renovation, you will find a fantastic choice of property to renovate in Andalusia Spain.
We pointed out a key part of their desirability, the ease of getting a building permit compared to building a new property was vast. New build permits on rural land require many conditions to be met and even with a good architect and lawyer, the process could take up to two years before a licence was granted, if at all.
Television, especially in the UK was awash with home improvement programmes and moving abroad series' such as 'A Place in the Sun' (a programme I personally appeared while working as an estate agent, much to the delight of friends and family at home). And so, demand reached fever pitch and the bargain ruins soon disappeared. These days ruins in Andalucia are much harder to come by but can still be found here:
http://www.kyero.com/property_guide/55531-andalucia-property-guide - you'll need to search under the property type of "land".
On to the article itself:
Property to renovate in Andalusia Spain may be so run down that you actually need to re-build it, or it may simply need a lick of paint and some tidying up. Whatever the amount of work you are prepared to do, you will find a wide selection of property to renovate advertised here on kyero.com. With the recent crack down from the Andalusia Junta on building permits, particularly on rural land, it can often be easier to buy a ruined property to renovate in Andalusia Spain than just buy a plot of land to build on, and usually a lot quicker to obtain planning permission. Many of the ruined properties in Andalusia offer great potential and for those who are willing to consider properties for renovation, you will find a fantastic choice of property to renovate in Andalusia Spain.
Tuesday, 20 October 2009
Almeria Villas
Further unpublished information from our archives, there have been great changes in the popularity of locations in Spain and here we see that Almeria was considered relatively unknown ... at least compared to the more typical destination of Malaga. At the time prices were around 30% less than those of the national average, at it's peak this difference reduced to around 17%. According to the latest price guide data and due in no small part to the current economin climate and demand no longer outweighing supply, property is in fact sunstantially cheaper now than it was in mid 2005. An avergae apartment can now be bought for approximately 160,000 euros compared to 177,000 euros in June 2005!
A key part of the overall improvement to the area has been access, international flights are easy to find and the road and communication networks are now to the same standard as the rest of Spain. Accessibility still has a direct correlation with popularity and property prices - a topic we'll pick up on again when discussing the Costa tropical, still the only area of coastline without full motorway access.
The latest Almeria property information can be found here - http://www.kyero.com/property_guide/4-almeria-property-guide
This piece is from 2004 - "Almeria Villas have, until recently, been somewhat overlooked and overshadowed by property in the more well-known provinces of Granada and Malaga. Almeria, less expensive, less developed and with a stunning Spanish beauty all its own offers a wide range of properties and villas for sale. On this page we feature the best properties in Almeria and villas Spain
Almeria province is now very much on the list of destinations for the discerning holiday maker as Europe's warmest and sunniest region, with over 300 hours of sunshine a year. Until recently Almeria was less accessible than some other Spanish destinations, a fact which has undoubtedly helped to shield it from the excesses of tourism and allowed it to become the unspoiled, peaceful place it is today. The whole area, with its unspoiled coastline, national parks, mountains and valleys provides an overwhelming sense of space, and offers an excellent and affordable choice of Almeria villas in Spain."
A key part of the overall improvement to the area has been access, international flights are easy to find and the road and communication networks are now to the same standard as the rest of Spain. Accessibility still has a direct correlation with popularity and property prices - a topic we'll pick up on again when discussing the Costa tropical, still the only area of coastline without full motorway access.
The latest Almeria property information can be found here - http://www.kyero.com/property_guide/4-almeria-property-guide
This piece is from 2004 - "Almeria Villas have, until recently, been somewhat overlooked and overshadowed by property in the more well-known provinces of Granada and Malaga. Almeria, less expensive, less developed and with a stunning Spanish beauty all its own offers a wide range of properties and villas for sale. On this page we feature the best properties in Almeria and villas Spain
Almeria province is now very much on the list of destinations for the discerning holiday maker as Europe's warmest and sunniest region, with over 300 hours of sunshine a year. Until recently Almeria was less accessible than some other Spanish destinations, a fact which has undoubtedly helped to shield it from the excesses of tourism and allowed it to become the unspoiled, peaceful place it is today. The whole area, with its unspoiled coastline, national parks, mountains and valleys provides an overwhelming sense of space, and offers an excellent and affordable choice of Almeria villas in Spain."
Tuesday, 6 October 2009
Houses in Torrevieja
Kyero has evolved a lot of the years and in tandemn with our look back at news articles from the past, we've also unearthed some no longer published content, mostly giving visitors some extra information about locations in Spain :
"Torrevieja, the town that started as a small fishing village and has grown into a popular tourist resort, holds great attraction for the property investor, both Spanish and foreign alike. Situated just 47kms from Alicante (the provincial capital) with a well-served, international airport and 35kms from the airport in Murcia and with daily flights getting travellers over from London in just 2 1/2 hours, Torrevieja is popular not with holiday-makers but also with those looking to buy property in Spain. Easy access to the town, together with an excellent range of facilities and attractions such as Las Ramblas golf course, one of Spain's best yacht clubs, a variety of water sports and its own bull ring, all make Torrevieja a well-loved, year-round destination. Other attractions include the town's 5 beaches, 300 days of sun and a temperate climate. No surprise, then, that many foreign investors are looking to buy property in Torrevieja."
"Torrevieja, the town that started as a small fishing village and has grown into a popular tourist resort, holds great attraction for the property investor, both Spanish and foreign alike. Situated just 47kms from Alicante (the provincial capital) with a well-served, international airport and 35kms from the airport in Murcia and with daily flights getting travellers over from London in just 2 1/2 hours, Torrevieja is popular not with holiday-makers but also with those looking to buy property in Spain. Easy access to the town, together with an excellent range of facilities and attractions such as Las Ramblas golf course, one of Spain's best yacht clubs, a variety of water sports and its own bull ring, all make Torrevieja a well-loved, year-round destination. Other attractions include the town's 5 beaches, 300 days of sun and a temperate climate. No surprise, then, that many foreign investors are looking to buy property in Torrevieja."
Spanish house price rises highest in Europe
The market was certainly bouyant in 2004, proving to be a goldmine for investors and home buyers.
I persoanlly arrived in Spain in September 2003, when a 3 bedroom front line apartment could be bought for less than 100,000 euros ... with prices rising so fast we didn't jump in and buy. looking back, it was just a year later when this type of property was reaching 200,000 euros!
From November 2004 - "Last month, Spain was singled out in the European Central Bank’s monthly bulletin as having the biggest residential property inflation in the euro area, with the country’s housing prices increasing at a rate nearly two-and-a-half times the euro-wide average in 2003.
The ECB estimates the average increase in residential property prices across the euro area in 2003 was 7.2 per cent, saying that this is the fourth consecutive year with increases of around 6-7 per cent and that growth rates “are currently close to their highest point since the early 1990s.”
Between 1999 and 2003, housing prices increased at arate 4 to 5 percentage points higher than the Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices, says the report.
In the case of Spain, housing prices jumped 17.3 per cent in 2003, the largest increase in the euro area and some 2.4 times the euro-wide average. The country also tops the list for the rate of increase over the five-year period from 1999 to 2003.
“Spain, Ireland, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Greece experienced substantial and above euro area average increases” during that period, according to the ECB. The data for 2003 indicates price increases slowed down in the Netherlands, Greece and Ireland. “However, in Spain, residential property prices accelerated further in 2003:’ says the report, which goes on to state that “the latest available quarterly data for 2004 confirm the strong increases” in Spain."
I persoanlly arrived in Spain in September 2003, when a 3 bedroom front line apartment could be bought for less than 100,000 euros ... with prices rising so fast we didn't jump in and buy. looking back, it was just a year later when this type of property was reaching 200,000 euros!
From November 2004 - "Last month, Spain was singled out in the European Central Bank’s monthly bulletin as having the biggest residential property inflation in the euro area, with the country’s housing prices increasing at a rate nearly two-and-a-half times the euro-wide average in 2003.
The ECB estimates the average increase in residential property prices across the euro area in 2003 was 7.2 per cent, saying that this is the fourth consecutive year with increases of around 6-7 per cent and that growth rates “are currently close to their highest point since the early 1990s.”
Between 1999 and 2003, housing prices increased at arate 4 to 5 percentage points higher than the Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices, says the report.
In the case of Spain, housing prices jumped 17.3 per cent in 2003, the largest increase in the euro area and some 2.4 times the euro-wide average. The country also tops the list for the rate of increase over the five-year period from 1999 to 2003.
“Spain, Ireland, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Greece experienced substantial and above euro area average increases” during that period, according to the ECB. The data for 2003 indicates price increases slowed down in the Netherlands, Greece and Ireland. “However, in Spain, residential property prices accelerated further in 2003:’ says the report, which goes on to state that “the latest available quarterly data for 2004 confirm the strong increases” in Spain."
Friday, 2 October 2009
Hindsight is a great thing
In this post, taken from Spanish property portal Kyero's first news article from September 7th 2004, we gain a valuable piece of information for any would be property buyer in Spain ... looking back though, many unfortunately fell into this exact trap.
"Almeria select advise that there have been some major changes in the planning laws in Andalucia which have a dramatic effect on new house building in the area. They also affect any house that has been built over the last few years.
The new laws concern ‘rustic’ versus ‘urban’ land and state that no new construction can take place on rustic land unless it is for commercial agricultural use. One exception to this is where there is an existing building which the town hall has classified as a ‘habitation’ which can be reformed into a new house.
Like all laws, there are some loopholes and caveats but, especially now, when buying a plot of land, a new house or a recently built house in Andalucia - ensure you use an independent solicitor who is not connected with either the builder or owner of the property. They can easily check if all planning consents and building licenses have been or can be issued.
Land scams are common enough in some parts of Spain that local councils have erected road signs, in English, warning buyers to check the paperwork before handing over any money. Let common sense prevail and seek legal advice."
A real demonstration of the importance of knowing the current property laws in Spain
"Almeria select advise that there have been some major changes in the planning laws in Andalucia which have a dramatic effect on new house building in the area. They also affect any house that has been built over the last few years.
The new laws concern ‘rustic’ versus ‘urban’ land and state that no new construction can take place on rustic land unless it is for commercial agricultural use. One exception to this is where there is an existing building which the town hall has classified as a ‘habitation’ which can be reformed into a new house.
Like all laws, there are some loopholes and caveats but, especially now, when buying a plot of land, a new house or a recently built house in Andalucia - ensure you use an independent solicitor who is not connected with either the builder or owner of the property. They can easily check if all planning consents and building licenses have been or can be issued.
Land scams are common enough in some parts of Spain that local councils have erected road signs, in English, warning buyers to check the paperwork before handing over any money. Let common sense prevail and seek legal advice."
A real demonstration of the importance of knowing the current property laws in Spain
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