{"id":1437,"date":"2025-06-10T12:15:30","date_gmt":"2025-06-10T12:15:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marbellabeachfront.com\/?p=1437"},"modified":"2025-10-07T12:37:06","modified_gmt":"2025-10-07T12:37:06","slug":"wat-nederlandse-kopers-moeten-weten-over-het-kopen-huis-in-spanje","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marbellabeachfront.com\/nl\/what-dutch-buyers-need-to-know-about-buying-a-home-in-spain\/","title":{"rendered":"Wat Nederlandse kopers moeten weten over het kopen van een tweede huis in Spanje"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Finding the perfect property for sale on the Costa del Sol and deciding to buy it, can be one of the most exciting times of your life. As a Dutch national, owning a second home in sunny Spain, not only allows you to escape the grey skies in favour of the coveted Mediterranean lifestyle, it can also prove to be a savvy investment with potentially hight returns.\u00a0<\/p>\n

As an overseas buyer, you will find that the property market operates very differently than back at home in the Netherlands.\u00a0 So, in order to ensure the property purchase goes smoothly, it important to take a breath, get your bearings and to familiarise yourself with the area and the buying process.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Whether your ideal holiday home is a beachfront property in Marbella, properties for sale in Benahav\u00eds or new apartments for sale in Estepona, the best way to ensure a smooth and stress-free process is to engage an established real estate agency specialising in your chosen area. \u00a0<\/p>\n

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More information = less stress<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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It is a universal rule, that any situation can seem stressful when you don\u2019t have the necessary information. Therefore, we believe that the more information you have the smoother and stress-free the process will be.<\/p>\n

To help you prepare, we\u2019ve created a short guide summarising the purchase process, so that you can rest assured your agent is acting in your best interests:<\/p>\n

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\u2022\tWork with a real estate agent who speaks your language<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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When making any large financial purchase, it\u2019s a good idea to do some preliminary research, starting with finding the right real estate agent, ideally someone who is fluent in your language. \u00a0<\/p>\n

For example, Marbella Beachfront is staffed by Dutch speaking real estate agents<\/a> who live on the Costa del Sol and have extensive knowledge of the property market.\u00a0 When there is no language barrier, it is easier to \u2018click\u2019 with your agent, as you can communicate clearly, thereby avoiding \u00a0misunderstandings and delays.<\/p>\n

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\u2022\tView the property in person<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Purchasing a new home is a decision made with both the heart and the head, so it is important to visit any potential properties in person. If you not based in Spain, it is a good idea to come over on a viewing trip. Based on your requirements, your agent should put together a portfolio pre-selected properties for you to view. This will allow you to get a feel for the property and the opportunity to assess the local vicinity, and find out more about the surrounding area\u2019s amenities, potential projects and planned investment etc.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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In order to purchase property in Spain (or carry out any other type of financial transaction such as opening a bank account or contracting utilities) you must apply for an NIE, a unique fiscal number.\u00a0 This should be done as soon as you start looking for property for sale on the Costa del Sol.\u00a0 As a Dutch buyer (an EU citizen) you will need to show your passport or national ID and provide a photocopy that clearly shows the passport or ID number and photo.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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You can apply for a mortgage covering up to 50 % of the purchase price with terms up to 25 years as non-resident in Spain. However, you should be aware that the interest on a Spanish mortgage for a second home may not be deductible in the Netherlands.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The purchase process moves quickly in Spain, so it is advisable to open a Spanish bank account in readiness for the purchase, as soon as you receive your NIE. This account will be needed to manage mortgage payments (if credit is required), taxes and bills etc.\u00a0\u00a0 A lawyer or gestor can take care of this task, as long as you provide the following documents:<\/p>\n