Are you thinking of buying a house in Spain? It is time to review and understand some concepts that will undoubtedly be very useful not only in the purchase phase of the property but also in the whole real estate transaction. This glossary of real estate terms in Spanish will help you better understand the costs involved in the purchase of an apartment, the property taxes that are charged, or the possible difficulties that may exist in the process. In short, knowing the real estate jargon will turn you into an expert and will help you to make the right decision if a property is the right one f ..read more

Golden Visa Programs are established in many countries to provide an opportunity for those who wish to obtain citizenship or residency through economic investment in property, non-refundable contributions, industries, job creation, and others. The objective is basically to attract investors to put their faith in new projects. The integrity of the programs also depends on the type of investment they are interested in. To qualify for the programs, investors must meet certain criteria. But what is a golden visa, and who can apply for it? What is a golden visa? A golden visa is a type of permit th ..read more

Will the prices of properties in Barcelona continue to fall? Is it better to wait longer or buy a property now? Is it a good investment? These are the most frequently asked questions in the real estate market in Barcelona. And yes, the prices in Barcelona are very good, but they could change at any time. You must consider some aspects like as interest rates, mortgage payments, tax benefits, stock market, and others… If you are planning to invest in residential property in Barcelona, keep reading this article. We tell you everything you need to know. Is buying property a good investment? The re ..read more

Pedralbes in simple words is the definition of luxury in the Catalan capital. The richest neighborhood in Catalonia and also one of the richest in Spain. Located at the southwest entrance of the Catalan capital, it forms an area bounded by the Sarriá neighborhood, Avenida Diagonal, and part of the Collserola Nature Park. Pedralbes is dominated by single-family homes and is the most sought-after area for wealthy families and foreigners who wish to live in Barcelona. It is one of the areas most frequented by French families. If you are planning to buy a house in Pedralbes and share a neighborhoo ..read more

The price of energy consumption has risen significantly year on year, to the point that it is the most current cost-of-living concern for people.  There are many different ways to reduce energy consumption at home, from changing simple behavioral adjustments to extensive home improvements. And why reduce the energy? Not only because reducing it will be useful to save on utility bills, but also to protect the environment.  Rethinking how we waste energy each and every day will make our green homes and communities more resilient. In Luxury Real Estate Barcelona we care about the enviro ..read more

Barcelona is a great city with a lot of activities you can enjoy, to unwind and not to think about the boring routine: bars, restaurants, brunchs, routes, concerts, museums, libraries, cinemas… But have you ever thought of resting in a more luxurious environment? Where you are the protagonist and you only seek peace and calm.  If you are living in Barcelona and you need to relax in a luxury environment, you have to try to indulge in a day of luxury in a spa hotel in Barcelona. In winter for example, a dip in the heated indoor pool feels wonderful, but at any time of the year, you can enjo ..read more

Energy efficiency and the best way to use renewable energy have become a priority on the agendas of governments around the world because traditional energy sources are limited in nature, are increasingly expensive, generate dependence on the foreign market, and also have a significant impact on the environment and the ecosystem. In today’s article, we want to talk about what is energy efficiency, the principal reasons why homeowners should consider energy efficiency at home.  Whether the motivations for energy conservation are economic, environmental, or personal, the benefits of energy e ..read more

Technological advances and sustainability have become two great concepts of today and both terms are gaining more and more importance. Technology is part of our daily life and people are increasingly aware of the importance of acquiring sustainable habits.  As a consequence of the importance of technology and sustainability, we want to comment in this article on a new concept that is currently emerging and standing out in large cities like Barcelona. Specifically, we want to talk about the passivhaus, and for this, we will comment on what a passivhaus house consists of and the basic princ ..read more

Spain is a great country to start a new life and offers a really good quality of life. That, among other reasons, is why so many people want to move to Spain. If you are one of those, this post is perfect for you, since we will give you a few tips to help you in your decision and arrangements. First of all, you should know that since your arrival in Spain you will have 90 days in which you can stay as a tourist. Since day 91, the Spanish system will consider you as an illegal resident. But not to worry, because, from the moment you arrive, you can start doing a lot of the legal procedures in o ..read more