Still thoughts on Almeria area...Rental first..

It has been a while since I last posted here. Covid restrictions of course hit many of us making plans to travel to Spain.

Anyway, I'm still hoping to get over there.

I have both a UK passport and also an Irish one and from what I remember, taking up residency in Spain is easier with an EU passport.

Since I first posted, I'm now retired, however, I'm still working, I couldn't imagine doing nothing.

Questions..

I'd like to rent (long term to start with) a small place , big enough just for me, Almeria or not too far from there.

I have a car here in the UK, however, I'll probably fly over first, spend a few weeks looking around the area and hopefully view some properties.

Which brings me to finding accommodation for around 3/4 weeks, hotels or whatever, obviously not too expensive?

I'd appreciate any recommendations regarding accommodation in the area?

Personal Finances, I read somewhere about the required amount of income per annum. But can't remember exactly?

I guess I could hire a vehicle during my visit. I've heard some areas are quite cut-off with little or no public transport?

Many thanks and I'd welcome any pointers, feedback etc... Hope I'm not being unrealistic.