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Income tax on the sale of a property: what to check before filing your return
Taxation · 4 min

Income tax on the sale of a property: what to check before filing your return

When you sell a property, the closing price is not the only thing that matters: it is also worth checking how the capital gain is calculated, what documents you need and which figures must match up before declaring it in IRPF.

Property sale deed: what to check before signing
Buy · 4 min

Property sale deed: what to check before signing

Before signing the sale deed, it is advisable to check the Land Registry status, any debts with the residents’ association, the property tax (IBI), energy documentation and how the price, charges and handover of the keys are recorded. An orderly review reduces errors and avoids taking on obligations that do not belong to you.

How to tell whether a community resolution binds you even if you did not vote
Propietarios · 4 min

How to tell whether a community resolution binds you even if you did not vote

If you did not attend the meeting or voted against it, that does not always mean you can ignore the resolution. The key lies in the matter approved, the majority required, the subsequent notice and whether the community acted within the Horizontal Property Act.

Buying a flat with a tenant inside: what to check before signing
Buy · 7 min

Buying a flat with a tenant inside: what to check before signing

If you are going to buy a rented property, it is worth checking who occupies the flat, how much time remains on the contract, whether it is registered and what effect the sale will have on the tenancy. We explain the key points you should review before committing.

Payment of rent in a residential tenancy: methods of payment, receipts and what is worth putting in writing
Rental · 4 min

Payment of rent in a residential tenancy: methods of payment, receipts and what is worth putting in writing

Before signing or renewing a residential tenancy, it is worth checking how the rent will be paid, what must appear on the receipt, when cash may be requested and what expenses should not be confused with the rent. Clear wording avoids disagreements and makes it easier to prove payments.

Voting at the owners' meeting if the flat has several titleholders: what to check before attending
Propietarios · 4 min

Voting at the owners' meeting if the flat has several titleholders: what to check before attending

If your home belongs to several co-owners, is subject to usufruct, or has been transferred recently, it is advisable to check who may attend, who may vote and how to document representation to avoid challenges or votes not being counted.

How to check the reason for a temporary rental in a residential tenancy
Rental · 4 min

How to check the reason for a temporary rental in a residential tenancy

Before signing a temporary rental agreement, it is advisable to check that the reason for the move is clearly described, genuine and capable of being evidenced. If not, the contract may fall under the regime for a main residence.

Energy efficiency works in the owners’ association: what the owner should check before voting
Propietarios · 4 min

Energy efficiency works in the owners’ association: what the owner should check before voting

Before voting on energy efficiency works in your owners’ association, it is worth distinguishing which majority is required, what expenses can be passed on, what happens with the financing, and how the agreement should be recorded in the minutes.

Extraordinary extension of a main residence tenancy: what the landlord should check
Rental · 4 min

Extraordinary extension of a main residence tenancy: what the landlord should check

Practical guide for landlords on what to check when a main residence tenancy agreement is approaching its expiry and the tenant may request an extraordinary extension. It explains the difference with the ordinary extension, the documentation that should be organised and the mistakes to avoid.