Posted: Sun Mar 6, 2022 6:11pm
Tricia, I haven't read through previous posts on the subject so please forgive me if I am going over old ground. From what I hear (nothing like the "truth" from Bob-down-the-pub) the nearer you get to Murcia the greater chance you'll buy an illegal property. Having said that, I'd also say employ a solicitor to act solely for you and not share a solicitor from the real estate agency or vendor. You biggest nightmare could be to buy an illlegal property.
Costa Almeria is warmer and drier than the Murcia Region and also Costa Del Sol. I'll always recommend C.de Almería. We bought in Mojacar Playa nearly 20 years ago and from this year on we'll be using the place for six months per rolling year. We shortlisted several areas but the guiding light to buy in Mojacar Playa was dictated by the amount of people who previously lived/worked in C de Sol eventually retired to Mojacar Playa.
Have a look at some of my recent posts regarding purchase of property in Spain and the pitfalls and of course, your possible mindset.
If you haven't done so already, buy a note book exclusively for your Spanish adventure (even if you don't purchase property). Write down your Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats, (SWOT analysis). You will always be adding to your notes and SWOT will change. Keep an open and honest mind of what you are doing. Your notebook will contain all your thoughts, figures, projects, places, estate agents, musts, must nots, possibilities, etc. Bring your notebook with you wherever you walk, drive, sit, work. It's your note book so keep it personal for your use only.
Strongly, I would advise that you do not sell your UK home. Keep it. Rent it out if necessary, but remember it's your guaranteed successful one way ticket if you have to beat a retreat. Believe me, I've seen many people return to the UK almost financially shell shocked. It's something nobody needs to experience.
You're hell bent on buying in Spain, so do it right first time and cut down room for error at all stages. Coastal Spain is never going to run out of rental properties especially October to April inclusive. Therefore, time is on your side. "Hasten slowly" is my advice even if you listen to nothing I say.
You never know, there could be the makings of a best selling book within your notes.