buying in alicante
 

Hello I've just joined and im looking for some advice.i want to purchase a 2 bed apartment with communal pool.I have seen such properties advertised in villamartin for around 40k which I would be paying cash.I really want to move forward but am worried about being conned.I have done some basic research but could really use some advice from people in the know.If anyone could help in any way it would be much appreciated.

Re: buying in alicante
 

As Concierge for the Spanish section of BE I would like to say hello and welcome.

BE is a very large expat website, so if you have problems finding your way around we have concierges who will try to direct you. The moderators for the Spanish forums are Mitzyboy and Fred James, moderators are there to ensure that the site runs smoothly within the rules of BE. Problems and complaints should always be addressed to a moderador who will look into the matter and deal with it efficiently and fairly. Our members who post in the Spain Forums are friendly and helpful with a wealth of knowledge of the issues of living in Spain. At the top of the page you will find a quirkily named thread called Free Beer which is full of important and useful information. Hope you enjoy your time participating in the forums.

Please let me know if you need any further help.

Rosemary

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Hello rosemary
Many thanks

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Find a Lawyer you can trust, not one recommended to you by the seller or agent.

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I have been doing some research and was thinking of using manuel martin& co who are based in london as am i. They also have an office in nerja.Have you heard of them?

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Hi

I'm in the same position as you , I'm looking at investing too I've already bought in turkey so I have a little bit if experience buying abroad .
Maybe we could share info to help each other out .

If you would like to email me or private message me.

Trickyadz@hotmail. Co.uk

Adam

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Sorry, but the laws regarding buying in Turkey have nothing in common with Spanish law, except that at the end you will have bought a house. The OP needs to find a trustworthy Spanish lawyer, as said not one recommended by the agents.

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Thanks for the replies it all helps.i have had some correspondence with manuel martin&co this morning.They seem professional, their website outlines all that they do.they have quoted around 1500-2000.

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Unfortunately I can't help with a recommendation for a lawyer as I don't live anywhere near the area you would like to buy in, but I remember that when I bought my house the Spanish legal firm I used (which I was very happy with) charged 1% of the purchase price in fees.

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Totally agree here. Trust is a key factor!

Re: buying in alicante
 

As Concierge for the Spanish section of BE I would like to say hello and welcome.

BE is a very large expat website, so if you have problems finding your way around we have concierges who will try to direct you. The moderators for the Spanish forums are Mitzyboy and Fred James, moderators are there to ensure that the site runs smoothly within the rules of BE. Problems and complaints should always be addressed to a moderador who will look into the matter and deal with it efficiently and fairly. Our members who post in the Spain Forums are friendly and helpful with a wealth of knowledge of the issues of living in Spain. At the top of the page you will find a quirkily named thread called Free Beer which is full of important and useful information. Hope you enjoy your time participating in the forums.

Please let me know if you need any further help.

Rosemary

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Welcome all the new posters on this thread, especially tricky ads:D

Why use a Lawyer based in the UK. all they will do is farm it out to a Spanish lawyer and take a cut:confused:

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Why would you use a lawyer who lived in Nerja when you are wanting to buy in Villamartin (I have to ask why there??)? Your best advice is to find someone who has bought in the area and ask them what are the pitfalls. If you search for a co.uk forum situated in the nearest large town (torrevieja) you will find a lot more useful help on there.

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The holy grail.....a trustworthy lawyer
Thanks for all the replies.i am not rushing into anything, thats why I joined this forum. I read an article by peter esders who said it would be prudent to use a british lawyer who practises spanish law, im just scared of being ripped off.

Rspltd-thanks for your input....are you asking why would I want to buy in villamartin or why use a lawyer in nerja?

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Both really. Your lawyer would have to attend at the Notary so any travel costs would add to the bill hence the Nerja comment. As far as Villamartin goes, it's probably as near to Britain in the sun as it is possible to get in Spain. Is that what you want?