Seller library
Everything sellers need before they list.
Honest, jargon-free guides, calculators and market reports for non-resident homeowners selling on Costa Blanca — costs, taxes, timelines, and the paperwork that actually matters.
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You have a rough price in mind and want to know what lands in your account after tax and fees.
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Process, costs & paperwork
Cost of selling a property in Spain
Full breakdown of every fee, tax and cost a non-resident seller pays.
OpenPlusvalía tax in Spain — explained
What it is, how it's calculated, who pays it, and how to estimate it before you sign.
OpenCapital gains tax for non-resident sellers
The 3% retention, how it's claimed back, and what you actually owe.
OpenHow long does it take to sell on Costa Blanca?
Realistic timelines for listing, offer, notary and bank transfer.
OpenEnergy certificate (CEE) when selling in Spain
Why it's mandatory, how to get one, and how long it's valid.
OpenSelling a property with tenants in Spain
How the tenancy transfers to the buyer, pre-emption rights, and what it does to your buyer pool.
OpenSelling with undocumented extensions
Pools, glazed terraces and underbuilds that don't match the registry — what to check before listing.
OpenSelling jointly owned property in Spain
Who must sign, powers of attorney for owners abroad, mortgage, proceeds and tax per owner.
OpenNon-resident tax
The tax file behind every sale
Form 210 (Modelo 210) when selling in Spain
The four-month IRNR filing that reconciles the 3% retention and your real capital gain.
OpenThe 3% retention — non-resident sellers
Why the buyer withholds 3% at the notary, how it's paid via form 211 and reclaimed.
OpenCapital gains tax in Spain — step by step
A flat 19% on the real net gain for non-residents. What is deductible, what is not.
OpenMarket reports
Costa Blanca South pricing intelligence
Free valuation
Find out what your home could sell for.
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