Moving to Almeria - Page 4

LeeB wrote on Wed Feb 26, 2020 5:10pm:

Hi Lesley. Around a year ago, my wife and I were exactly where you are right now. Here is how it was for us. Retirement looming and the inability to afford to live in our then current home in Essex. Only a two bed bungalow, but crippling council tax, energy costs and of course, running a car was ...

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...no go on our pensions.

We spent from January until September researching a move to Spain and the more we looked into all aspects, the easier the decision to move here became.

I introduced myself on this forum and was treated to the same negativity by Matthew as you have just read. Now I dont dismiss his comments out of hand, but what he cant possibly know are people's circumstances and he is utterly wrong to post blanket comments without some detailed input from the people he is addressing.

My missus and I sold a property in the south east of England for a lot of money. We settled all our debts, bought a fabulous villa near Arboleas and also treated ourselves to a very nice car as well. AND not only do we have a decent lump of money left, but we also receive more than enough to cover the amazingly low cost of living. In our specific circumstances, why would we ever want to waste money renting Matthew.

Anyway Lesley, back to you. Most of the good advice has already been offered. Make sure you get a good lawyer, etc. Its commonsense really. You wouldn't DIY your conveyancing in England, so why would you do it here in Spain.

The main advice from me is invest in a couple of weeks here in Almeria for a scouting trip. You know the type of life you're looking for so have a good look around the province to ensure that you get exactly what you want.

Lastly, a comment about Arboleas. My other half and I have settled here in no time and feel completely at home. That's because all the people around here are so nice and so helpful. It's a wonderful place to live. What may be a negative for you would be a lack of nightlife in the immediate area and it would be very helpful indeed if you drive and intend to add a car to your shopping list. As we treasure a bit of peace and quiet, the tranquil area suits us very well. Obviously, it's not everyone's cup of tea.

It's very easy to overload people with info, so that's my cue to shut up and leave you to give it your utmost thought. Very last words. Scouting trip crucial. End of the day, the only opinion that matters is yours.

Best of luck. Lee

Villa Sellares Rental wrote on Thu Feb 27, 2020 8:00am:

If you move to mojacar you have a lot of single women of your age, giving each other a lot of support.  Lots of womens groups.  When you are over pop into loose women on a Tuesday at the roof garden, where a lot of friendly women meet up.  

Richard690 wrote on Fri Feb 21, 2020 2:20pm:

Haikilli I think you’re being most unkind and disrespectful to the Honest reliable estate agents  in the area  you cannot make blanket remarks about them . I have found c most agents in particular olive properties in bedar totally honest  and reliable 

Hotoneinspain wrote on Mon Mar 2, 2020 9:28am:

Thanks...I'm Joining  this debate a little late but i an interested in your comment about olive properties...

When I googled this...There are a few is that the full name of the estate agents? Im looking to relocate to the Almeria area in Particular not too far from Albox...?

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Any more help is apprecioated...

kipperguffy wrote on Mon Mar 2, 2020 1:19pm:

Olive estate agents are in Bédar I think. 

Lesley4 wrote on Mon Mar 2, 2020 9:34pm:

Hi

I have been recommended 3 agents, Voss homes, Spanish property choice and Coles of Andalucia. I will be meeting them all this week so can give some feed back when I return home.

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Lesley

Lesley4 wrote on Mon Mar 2, 2020 9:34pm:

Hi

I have been recommended 3 agents, Voss homes, Spanish property choice and Coles of Andalucia. I will be meeting them all this week so can give some feed back when I return home.

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Lesley