Spain is the perfect location for a home in the sun, but buying a property is not all about sunshine and sangria. The Complete Guide to Buying Property in Spain is the most comprehensive and up-to-date source of information available. It deals with the details of buying or renting a home in Spain in a practical, straightforward style, covering every issue you will need to consider, including: choosing your location - the regions of Spain, their property markets and transport links every step of the purchasing process Spanish inheritance and taxation rules health and education adapting to your Spanish lifestyle renting a home in Spain letting your Spanish home setting up a business in Spain Packed with practical details such as contact addresses, flight information, useful vocabulary and maps, this is the essential and definitive guide to buying a property in Spain.

Buying a property abroad is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make. But don't worry – your Spanish dream needn't become a nightmare. From finding an estate agent and arranging a mortgage to negotiating the best price and moving in, this book is packed with practical advice on every aspect of the Spanish property market. It leads you safely and simply through the legal, logistical, and financial minefields, helping you maximise your time and your money to enjoy a hassle-free property purchase.

In September 2002, house hunters Anthony and Linda O'Malley from North Wales arrived in Benidorm of Spain's Costa Blanca to bid for a house at auction that they had earmarked for their retirement. Within a week of their arrival, the couple vanished. Alerted by the withdrawal of large sums of cash from the couple's UK bank accounts the Welsh police launched their own missing persons inquiry. Daughter Nicola Welch, frantic with worry but with no idea of what really happened, made an appeal on Crimewatch for her parents to get in touch.Six months after the couple's disappearance, following emailed ransom demands from a mysterious figure codenamed Phoenix, Spanish police recovered their bodies from the cellar floor in a villa in Alcoy. The full horrifying story was pieced together in a painstaking investigation. The O'Malleys had been tricked into viewing the property, held captive for five days and forced to hand over the money they'd saved for their deposit. When they were no longer of use, they were disposed of in the cellar of the very house they'd hoped would be their dream home.Investigative journalist Danny Collins helped North Wales officers track down the killers in a tense and dangerous search - this is what he uncovered.

This guide to buying a property in Spain offers first-hand advice on where to stay, dealing with estate agents and builders and the types of properties available. It covers building your own home, renovating a ruin and renting a cosy cottage. CONTENTS: Introducing Spain - narrowing the options - making a start - what and where to buy - the people involved - understanding the legal documents for a new property - money matters - before you go - linking it all together - buying other properties - timeshare and rental - cutting red tape - dealing with your finances - learning about culture - living life to the full - avoiding failure ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Illustrations: Maps, plans

Andrew Winter has had enough -- enough of sellers who think their house is the best when the reality is far from it; enough of buyers who expect so much more than they can afford; and enough of dodgy agents who give the industry a bad name. And now, for the first time inside this no-nonsense guide, he has something to say to you. If you're buying or selling property, you need help from someone who knows what they're talking about. Forget the spiel from agents and hype from the media -- read this straight-talking book and discover how to get your foot in the door, find a bargain, sell for a tidy profit or find the home of your dreams. Do you really know how to make money from real estate? Do you know what your house is worth? Do you know the pitfalls of buying a house based on aesthetics? Do you know how to establish a winning tactic for bidding at auctions? Do you know what the agent is thinking? Andrew Winter knows all of these things and more, and he has some cracking stories to tell you along the way. With more than 25 years in the property industry, including as host of the television series Selling Houses Australia on The LifeStyle Channel, Andrew can be trusted to tell it straight.

A manual which guides you step by step through the process of purchasing of a property, and also the process of selling one Juan Miguel Domínguez is an expert real estate agent.Its a sector where he has carried out most of his business projects, almost always in Spain.Although he is passionate about fishing and chess, he is still working on new texts about the real estate sector aimed principally at the general public, despite having enemies in real estate due to his revelation of trade secrets and his explanation of situations where the pro takes advantage of the lack of knowledge of the private buyer/seller.

The Comprehensive Guide to Purchasing Property Overseas is a clear guide, aimed generally at individuals and property investors, and anyone who may wish to relocate to a particularly country. It covers in processes involved in investing in property in overseas countries and will prove invaluable to first time investors and those wishing to enter the property market. Covers Europe, North and South America, the Caribbean and several different areas of Asia.

Buying a home in Florida is essential reading for anyone planning to buy a home in Florida and is designed to guide you through the jungle (and swamps) and make it a pleasant and enjoyable experience. Most importantly, it is packed with vital information to help you avoid the sort of disasters that can turn your dream home into a nightmare! Book jacket.

A Straightforward Guide to Buying and Selling Your Own Home is a comprehensive and clear guide for all who are involved in the purchase and sale of property. This book is particularly relevant now taking into account the falling property market and the need to be aware of the fundamental points when buying and selling. The book covers all aspects of the sales and purchase process including auctions and the process of conveyancing which has also undergone changes in the last 12 months.

TV star Annie Hulley has amassed a substantial property portfolio in just three years. In this book she explains how she achieved it, the mistakes she learned along the way, and what she's gleamed from the experience. It is an entertaining and practical guide for anyone interested in bricks and mortar.