Since 8 October 2026, seasonal lets in Spain need a provable reason, must last more than 31 days and generally no more than 12 months. What second-home owners must check, and why the decree could still lapse.
The Junta de Andalucía plans to cut transfer tax on resale homes from 7% to 6.75% and raise the limits for the 6% and 3.5% rates. What it means for buyers in Marbella and Málaga, and what is not yet approved.
Mallorca’s draft vehicle-entry law would cap cars not taxed on the island. Non-resident home owners could bring one vehicle per property. What is proposed, what is not yet law and what to check.
Since 3 April 2025, an owner who wants to run a tourist let in a Spanish apartment block needs the community’s express approval. A 2026 registry ruling shows buyers do not inherit the seller’s protection.
Notaries’ data for the first half of 2026 show foreign home purchases in Andalusia fell 12.7% to 11,807 while the average price paid rose 11.5%. What Marbella and Málaga buyers should take from it.
Royal Decree-law 29/2026 would bring 10% VAT to short tourist lets from 1 December 2026. It still needs validation, expected on 12 November. What Balearic owners should check now.
Málaga opened a new Emasa water-meter grant round on 14 October 2026. Check community decisions, funding and outstanding works before buying an apartment.
A practical review of Barcelona rental adverts after Spain’s October 2026 changes: reference index, rent limits, property identifiers and landlord status.
Madrid has shortened evidence-stage deadlines for rehabilitation grants. What owners, communities and apartment buyers should check before relying on funding.
Marbella published an El Chorraero–La Cañada hotel planning notice on 28 September 2026. Why buyers should distinguish processing from permission.
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