Stage 01 of 08
Orientation
Where to buy, what your money gets you and how to shortlist a region.
Why buy a property in Spain?
The practical case for buying on the Spanish coast, and what British buyers need to factor in after Brexit.
Planning viewings in Spain: what to look for
How to plan a viewing trip properly and what to check while you are standing in the property.
The main Spanish coastal regions: which one suits you?
Costa del Sol, Costa Blanca, Costa Cálida and Costa Brava compared on atmosphere, property and price.
Buying a house in Spain as a UK buyer: what you need to know
What British buyers can and cannot do in Spain since Brexit, and the practical steps that come with it.
New-build or resale in Spain: which suits you?
The real differences between obra nueva and segunda mano, from purchase tax to how long you wait.
The Spanish climate region by region
Temperatures, seasons and rainfall along each stretch of coast, and what that means if you plan to be there in winter.
What does living in Spain cost?
Property prices per square metre, everyday costs, utilities and local taxes, with realistic 2026 figures.
Common mistakes when you first start looking
Six things British buyers get wrong in the first few weeks of searching, and how to avoid them.
Next: The buying process
From NIE number to notary, step by step, with the people you need around you.