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12 September, 2022
Uptown in Barcelona: Neighbourhoods and characteristics
The wealthy area of Barcelona is made up of different neighbourhoods, all of which are characterised by their luxury housing developments and tranquillity. We’re not going to lie to you, access to these neighbourhoods is not easy, because to be able to buy a property in these places you need t
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7 September, 2022
Living in Barcelona: 10 reasons
Do you want to come and live in Barcelona but haven’t decided yet? Here are 10 reasons to help you make the decision. We know that moving to Barcelona can be a difficult decision to make, even more so when you don’t know everything that the Catalan capital, which is recognised as one of
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9 August, 2022
Living in the district of Gràcia: Everything you need to know
Are you thinking of coming to live in Gracia? Then stay because below we explain everything you need to know to convince you that this is the best area to buy one of our flats for sale in the Gracia district of Barcelona. Gracia is one of the 10 districts that you can find in the city of Barcelona a
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8 August, 2022
Living in Sarrià: Everything you need to know
On many occasions the fear of change blinds us and we prefer to settle for what we already have. You probably already know the saying that can be applied to almost anything: “better the devil you know than the devil you don’t know”. This saying has no validity whatsoever when it co
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5 August, 2022
Living in Pedralbes: Everything you need to know
Are you interested in living in Pedralbes? Here we are going to explain everything you need to know before coming to live in the most luxurious area of Barcelona. It is likely that if you are interested in reading this article, it is because you are considering buying a home, whether you are looking
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2 August, 2022
10 tips about an inherited property with siblings in Spain
Do you have a house or flat inherited by several siblings and are looking for more information on how to divide the assets? Whether you want to buy part of the siblings’ inheritance, see how to get your brother out of the family inheritance house or sell the flat between all of you… here
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20 July, 2022
How to split property in a divorce in Spain
Are you in a marital separation and you have a half-owned property? Are you looking for information on how to sell your family home after a divorce? Well, here we are going to talk to you about all the aspects that you should take into account to carry it out in the best way. The family home is the
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20 June, 2022
Taxes to pay when selling a property in Catalonia
Are you looking for what taxes apply to the sale of a home in Catalonia? Do you want to know what the buyer and the seller pays? Here, we will clarify everything in order to you can know all the details. It’s common for buyers to add 10-15% on top of a property’s sale price – but that’s not go
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31 May, 2022
Selling an inherited house in Catalonia
Selling an inherited house in Catalonia is arduous – our two steps below will give you an overview and links to everything you need. If, on the other hand, you do not identify with this situation and you just want to know the requirements to buy a flat in Barcelona (the most important city in Catalo
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21 April, 2022
The 6 best neighborhoods to live in Barcelona
Do you already know which are the 6 best neighborhoods to live in Barcelona? Either if you are coming a few days to visit this cosmopolitan city or you planned to live for a long term, this article is for you. Millions of people have already fallen in love with vibrant and energetic Barcelona. A uni
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22 March, 2022
Barcelona real estate market: 2021 review & 2022 forecast
The Spanish property market made an excellent recovery in 2021 with property transaction figures across both the country as a whole and the province of Barcelona exceeding pre-pandemic levels. The increase in sales was down to a very slow 2020 and first half of 2021 which saw the sector practically
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21 February, 2022
Mortgage options for buying in Spain in 2022
¿Are you looking for more information about mortgage rates in Spain? We explain you everything you must know in the following lines. Spanish banks offer some of the most attractive packages in Europe for residents and also for non-residents. Mortgage rates have been stable and at historical lows for
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16 November, 2021
The growth of Barcelona’s foreign community
As with other major cities, Barcelona is becoming increasingly heterogeneous with regards to its population. Globalisation, a progressive outlook as well as economic and technological advances are just some of the reasons that increasing numbers of foreigners are choosing the Catalan capital as thei
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2 November, 2021
New Spanish property law from January 2022
New rules to prevent tax evasion in Spain will come into force from 1 January 2022. Further to a European directive of July 2016, the Spanish government has approved Law 11/2021, which includes measures to prevent and combat tax fraud and strengthen tax control. The law brings with it consequences f
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22 September, 2021
Top International Schools in Barcelona
One of the most difficult decisions a parent has to make is where to send their child(ren) to school. It is often more of a challenging situation when living outside your home country. Most foreign parents who have chosen to settle in Barcelona opt to send their children to an international school f
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13 September, 2021
Could foreign buyers hold the key to the post-Covid recovery?
The current pandemic has had an unprecedented effect on businesses worldwide and the property market has not escaped unscathed. Barcelona now waits for the return of international buyers, that will play a key part in the recovery of the property market. The number of property sales transactions carr
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26 July, 2021
10 tips to make your home more eco-friendly
Our home is where we spend a lot of our time, even more so in the last 18 months or so, so it makes sense to start your own eco-movement right there. Yet, there is still insufficient support and funding from the country’s political parties and regulatory bodies to implement more environmentally-frie
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7 April, 2021
Real estate lawyers: the security of the purchase and sale process
The legal implications of a real estate transaction sometimes go far beyond our knowledge and we need professional advice from experts. Whether you are a private individual or a business, property lawyers ensure that any process goes through the right channels. To be honest, most of the time, both t
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17 March, 2021
Architects real estate in Barcelona: what you must know
The first thing to do before making any work, construction or refurbishment in Barcelona is to hire a good architect. But when it comes to doing so, certain doubts arise. We tell you what you should bear in mind when choosing a good architect. If you are thinking of hiring architects Barcelona, ther
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2 March, 2021
How much is my house worth? Best online valuation platforms and how to get a more accurate estimate
When selling a house, the first decisive factor is to set the price. A figure that depends on many factors and that must be well chosen to achieve the objective of selling it. If you want to sell your apartment, the best solution is to get the help of a real estate professional and ask for a free va
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24 February, 2021
What impact will the COVID-19 vaccine have on the Spanish property market?
The Spanish government has announced that it plans to vaccinate 70% of the population by the summer. Much depends on the availability of the vaccines and the ability of Spain’s regional governments to administer them, however. The vaccination rollout has not been the smoothest of rides so far, but t
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17 February, 2021
Real estate fees: how much is charged for selling a house?
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29 January, 2020
How energy efficient is your home?
All buildings in Spain that were built prior to 2006 when the new Código Técnico de la Edificación became mandatory are deemed energy inefficient, unless they have undergone under an energy efficient retrofit. About energy efficiency levels BREEAM and LEED are the most commonly used standards in te
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11 December, 2019
BCN Advisors launches ‘new generation’ website
BCN Advisors is delighted to announce the launch of its new high tech, property website with unique innovations for buyer searches. It is yet another example of its firm commitment to new technologies, unifying PropTech with the business. This ‘new generation’ website has been designed with c
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2 December, 2019
Rental Investments in Barcelona
October was a challenging month for Barcelona as the city witnessed a number of demonstrations following the jailing of nine Catalan separatist leaders. Inevitably there has followed much debate over how this may affect the city’s housing market. Industry experts are fairly unanimous that the clashe
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2 December, 2019
The best of Eixample’s exceptional buildings
Barcelona is one of the most influential cities for architects and it is not difficult to see why. The Catalan capital is packed with unique buildings of both historical and architectural relevance. No more so than in the central Eixample district which is dominated by Modernista structures. Here BC
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26 September, 2019
Selling a house without paying a commission, where’s the trick?
INTERVIEW WITH RAUL ALVAREZ, COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR OF BCN ADVISORS With the recent and growing offer of online real estate agencies, which promote themselves with the striking slogan of “NO COMMISSIONS”, there are many owners looking to sell their property, who are confused and even
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12 August, 2019
The Barcelona Property Market Q1 & Q2 2019
With its advanced infrastructure, world-renowned gastronomy and excellent quality of life, Spain continues to attract property buyers from across the world. But the autonomous region of Catalonia is leading the way with a vibrant capital city that remains an ever-popular choice with those looking to
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6 August, 2019
Valgreen and Bcn Advisors; a High Standing alliance in Real Estate
Bcn Advisors is proud to announce a new strategic alliance, in Barcelona, with property developer Valgreen Who is who? Valgreen has been at the forefront of turnkey housing development in recent years. Their experienced team gathers architects, interior designers, designers, builders and i
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3 July, 2019
New rental restrictions in Barcelona
“New stringent rental restrictions could result in a boost in the mid-term market” – Bcn Advisors The perfect combination of ideal climate, a burgeoning cultural scene and beautiful coastline has lead to an abundance of visitors choosing Barcelona for a city break in recent years. In 201
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