Posted: Tue Jun 6, 2017 6:56pm
You should get loads of replies to this one and firstly you never go with an Abogado/Solicitor/lawyer recommended by the Estate Agent. Conflict of Interest. There is a well known 'Brit' lawyer in Mojacar, Mr. Davies, but we ended up using our previous Abogado Mr. Juan Rubio Granados from Huercal Overa. He managed the purchase and sale of my wife's previous property and our other cottage property in Murcia. 300€ cheaper than Mr. Davies who also didn't want to negotiate payment UK BANK TO UK BANK by CHAPS Transfer. So pay the 10% in Spain and then if a Brit seller the 90% stays out if Spain, no fees, no currency transactions etc. Also transfer monies using an agency like GCEN. The Spanish Banks really gouge you!!!!!!
Juan takes you to the Notary and handles fees etc. Remember the 8%, I think it is, Purchase Tax, land registry, etc, transfer of utilities, rates, IBI, etc. Juan's fee was all inclusive with Mr. DAVIES they were additional and 50% of base fee up front.
So, if you want any details pm me.
The clamouring indicates a weak market/ looking for work. Lots of looking, little buying. And Brexit. Look to reduce by 15-20% and enquire about furnishings and even leaving their vehicle as a sweetener. We had fully furnished and 120K to 92K euros.
Happy viewing and believe nothing.
Dr./Colonel Bob and Sandra
Mojacar and Puerto Lumbreras