Although our speciality is property development,
if you are planning to relocate to Lanzarote, we can assist
in the smooth operation of your 'big move'.
We are able to offer a dedicated, personal,
friendly and first class service to all our customers. Focusing
on finding your dream home, with help during the sale with legal
procedures, bank accounts, etc. Why not phone (or
email) now on (00 34) 620 668465 with brief details of your
requirements, budget etc (your phone number is essential to
ensure you get relevant information) we can send you an information
pack to suit you.
When you decide to view our spanish property
for yourself, we can organise either a half-day (if you are
already staying in the area ) or a relaxed 4 to 5 day inspection
trip where your preferences and budget would be taken into account.
You would be shown around our extensive selection of Lanzarote
Property show houses, finished spanish property and building
plots by our expert, bilingual couriers.
Mortgages: We are
able to offer a range of competitive rates for spanish mortgages
with our large panel of Spanish lenders .
We can provide guidance on the legal and technical aspects of
property purchases in Spain; review and discuss all of the financial
options available to you to ensure that you are fully informed
when making such a financial commitment.
If equity from your existing UK property is preferred
as a source of financing your Spanish property this can be arranged.
Insurance: From
household to personal again we have an extensive range of contracts
with insurance brokers and we would be more than glad to put
you in touch with one that suits your needs.
Schools: We have
helped numerous families relocate, many with children - and
can advise on the schools in the area, from the Spanish schools
in Tias & Yaiza, to the British schools in Tahiche and Puerto
del Carmen.
Shipping: If you
plan to bring everything you own with you, TC Freight based
in Middlesex. They provide a door-to-door service of all your
house hold possesions, handle customs formalities and organise
the all the shipping.
Pets: Many people
have brought their pets with them to Lanzarote, which is best
organised thorugh a 'Pet Export' agent in the UK. They deal
with all the paperwork, shipping, flights, and customs formalities.
We can send you more details of this service on request.
FAQ:
- Whereabouts
are your current property developments?
- Am I obliged
to buy something on my trip?
- How
long will I need to choose my property and formalise all the
legalities?
- Do I need a Spanish
bank account?
- How
much extra should I allow for taxes and legal fees?
- How
do I reserve the plot or property if I see something I like?
- Do
I pay for the villa before it's built or on completion?
- How
can I be sure that everything will be conducted legally?
- What happens if,
on returning home, I change my mind and decide not to complete
the purchase?
- I've heard
worrying stories about Spanish property developers. What is
the quality of the villas like?
- What
if something goes wrong after I've moved in?
- Once
I've decided and signed a contract, could the price increase
for any reason by the time it is finished?
- Whereabouts are your current property
developments? We have numerous developments some of
which are located by the sea, others further inland and even
some offering panoramic mountain views across Lanzarote. Have
a look!
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- Am I obliged to buy something on
my trip? Not at all. We assume that you would be in
a position to reserve a property should you see something
you like, but you will not be subjected to forceful or hard-sell
sales tactics. Our villas sell themselves and it is in our
interests and yours that you take your time to choose the
property that best suits your requirements.
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- How long will I need to choose
my property and formalise all the legalities? If you
have never visited Lanzarote then it would be advisable to
spend a week getting a feel for the area as well as viewing
our developments. We recommend you allow at least 3 to 4 days
to choose your plot, villa design, and interior and exterior
finishes in addition to opening a Spanish bank account and
appointing a legal representative. We can offer a rental
villa during this time period.
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- Do I need a Spanish bank account?
Whilst there is no legal requirement to open a Spanish bank
account, it makes the process easier if you do. Your payments
and tax affairs can then be easily managed in Spain without
the need to wire funds from your country of residence.
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- How much extra should I allow for
taxes and legal fees? VAT (known as I.G.I.C in the
Canary Islands) is currently 5%. Other bills which have to
be paid include the Transmission Tax, the Plus Valia, the
Notarys Bill, the fees from the Registro and the bill from
your lawyer all of which could amount to 7%-10% of the purchase
price.
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- How do I reserve the plot or property
if I see something I like? A small fee would be required
to hold your property for 8 to 10 days until the exchange
of contracts is completed.
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- Do I pay for the villa before it's
built or on completion? For new constructions, payment
is divided into convenient stage payments, usually fifths.
The first is due on exchange of contract. The second is when
the footings are laid. The third and fourth payments are due
when the construction reaches roof height and the roof goes
on, respectively. And the fifth and final payment is when
the Notary is informed.
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- How can I be sure that everything
will be conducted legally? You must appoint a legal
representative who you employ to ensure that your property
transaction is conducted in accordance with Spanish legal
requirements. They will also register your tax status as a
resident/non-resident as well as perform checks and local
searches relevant to your property. We can recommend several
English speaking companies for this purpose.
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- What happens if, on returning home,
I change my mind and decide not to complete the purchase?
We ask that you are sure of your intention to purchase your
chosen property as your deposit is usually non-refundable
should you later change your mind.
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- I've heard worrying stories about
Spanish property developers. What is the quality of the villas
like? It is true that in the past, the quality of some
Spanish building companies was questionable. But now the Town
Halls in Lanzarote have recently become very stringent in
the control of new developments. Our developers, however,
use only the finest building materials to offer you a guaranteed,
first class finish to your new Spanish home. Hopefully, the
pictures of our villas on this site are testimony to this
fact.
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- What if something goes wrong after
I've moved in? All work is guaranteed to very high
standards. As in the UK, new properties are guaranteed against
structural defects for 10 years. Given that our clients inspect
the property prior to their last payment, it is unusual for
problems to later arise.
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- Once I've decided and signed a
contract, could the price increase for any reason by the time
it is finished? No. The price for the plot and villa
construction that appears in your contract will remain the
same regardless. Most individuals, however, opt for one or
two extras so it would be wise to include a provision in your
budget for this.
*Please note: Legal fees quoted above are only a rough guide.
Please seek advise from a legal representative who knows the
Spanish legal requirements.
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