Who hasn’t returned to the daily grind following a relaxing summer holiday and wished they could sell up and move to a holiday home? Many people have made that dream a reality, and whilst making the move to a new country can be the best decision you have ever made, there are some common mistakes you have to avoid.
Before you go ahead and buy the first house that looks like a good deal, you should double check that they have been built legally. It’s not unheard of for environmental agencies to demolish properties that have been built too close to the coast or on a green belt.
Some unscrupulous agents take advantage of foreign buyers. Ensure you conduct all your property dealings with a reputable solicitor and estate agent like Marena Murray.
It also goes without saying that if you haven’t visited a property, don’t buy it. It’s important that you have a view and make sure the property is somewhere you could see yourself making a home.
When you receive your contracts, you might find they’re in Spanish, or that you receive a Spanish & English version. Ensure you have a qualified translator and a lawyer review the Spanish documents as well as the English ones to ensure that you have fully understood what the documents entail.
As with buying a new home in the UK, a good independent surveyor can be worth their weight in gold should they discover anything that needs to be updated or repaired before you make the move. Ensure you have a surveyor or architect take a look at your new home before the move.
Some buyers also make the mistake of buying their home through an estate agent that is solely based in the UK. Marena Murray is based near Murcia on the south-east coast of Spain. Our local expertise and passion for finding the right homes for our clients means you can rely on us to conduct your property dealings in a safe and legal manner. For more information get in touch on +34 968 175 087
