Purchase in Marbella — Illegal Extension Detected
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Risks When Buying Property in Marbella
Buying property in Marbella without proper legal advice can expose you to risks such as hidden debts, illegal constructions or planning issues. A qualified property lawyer in Marbella will carry out full due diligence and ensure that the property is legally compliant before you proceed.
We prevented a costly purchase involving unregistered construction
A Scandinavian client was in the process of acquiring a luxury villa in Marbella. The property appeared to be in excellent condition and was marketed as fully compliant.
During our legal due diligence, we identified that a significant extension including part of the living area and terrace had not been properly registered nor declared to the authorities.
This created multiple risks:
- potential fines and sanctions
- issues with future resale
- difficulties obtaining financing or insurance
We advised the client to pause the transaction and renegotiate terms. Ultimately, the client withdrew and avoided a high-risk investment with uncertain legal status.
They ultimately secured a better investment opportunity and placed their trust in our firm for all future property transactions, sales, and investments
Property Lawyers Marbella – English Solicitors in Malaga, Spain
