How To Buy Property in Spain

It is strongly recommended that you choose an independent lawyer who is specialised in Spanish land law (urbanismo). Independent means that they work on your behalf only and are not also looking after the interests of the agent or developer. The Spanish property conveyancing system is different to the UK system so you should ensure that those involved in the transaction are qualified and experienced in Spain.



Exercise extreme caution if an estate agent, promoter or lawyer urges you to cut corners to save money or time.

A Spanish notary public will be involved in preparing the contract of sale and issuing the public deeds. As the purchaser, you have the right to choose which notary you use. The notary is a public servant who has a duty to provide you with free and impartial legal advice on all aspects of the contract before you sign. It is a good idea to seek advice from the notary early on. When a date is set for signing the contract, you have three days beforehand to visit the notary and ask any questions you may have about any aspect of the contract. A full list of English-speaking notaries can be found here


If you choose to work with a British estate agent, promoter or lawyer, check that they are qualified, reliable and have experience operating in Spain. Check that they are registered with the Law Society in the UK and specialise in International Transactions. If your lawyer is based in Spain, ask for their registration number and check that they are registered and practising with the local bar association (Colegio de Abogados).

Tenerife Weather Info

Weather in Tenerife - the island can be found among the islands of Gran Canaria, La Gomera and La Palma, close to the Tropic of Cancer and in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. With a varied mountainous terrain and warm coastal currents benefiting from the trade winds and the anticyclone of the Azores, the climate is ideal almost throughout the whole year.

Resources For Tenerife

The weather is the number one reason why most people flock to Tenerife’s shores, to enjoy almost guaranteed sunshine all year. Family-friendly and just a four-hour flight away, it is consistently one of Britain’s top winter sun destinations. Most holidaymakers head to the south-western resorts of Los Cristianos, Playa de las Americas and Costa Adeje where the bulk of the island’s holiday accommodation is located. Although it’s hard to see the join between the two resorts, Los Cristianos is quieter than its neighbour and attracts a more mature visitor. With excellent “access for all” policies, the resort is a good choice for those with disabilities. Playa de las Americas has worked hard to revamp its image. Clichéd tourist tat and tired streets have been replaced with designer labels and bougainvillea-lined walkways, and the resort – still the main holiday centre on the island – now attracts predominantly families and couples.