Moving to Spain
Mar 19th 2018, 4:21 pm
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Moving to Spain
Me and my partner are looking to buy property in Spain we are coming over in June. We are looking at Villamartin,mar menor,Torrevieja but are open to any ideas. We are looking for somewhere which has good ex pats clubs on the go hopefully bowling. Any advice would be great like how much cost of living council tax. And any good estate agents to sort us out when we come in June. Thanks in advance. Kenny
Mar 19th 2018, 4:50 pm
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Re: Moving to Spain
Hi and a warm welcome to the Spanish forum on BE. Myself and Fred James are the moderators for the Spanish forums whilst myself and BEVS moderate Europe. Please read the Site Rules Site Rules | British Expatriate Community adhere to them so that the site runs smoothly. Moderators are there to ensure that the rules of BE are maintained. This is so that members gain the information that they are looking for and find their experiences on the forums to be friendly and worthwhile.
Problems and complaints should always be addressed to a moderator who will look into the matter and deal with it efficiently and fairly. Our members who post in the Spain Forums are usually friendly and helpful with a wealth of knowledge about the issues of living in Spain. I hope that you enjoy your time participating in the forums.
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Problems and complaints should always be addressed to a moderator who will look into the matter and deal with it efficiently and fairly. Our members who post in the Spain Forums are usually friendly and helpful with a wealth of knowledge about the issues of living in Spain. I hope that you enjoy your time participating in the forums.
Please let me know if you need any further help.
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Mar 24th 2018, 12:04 pm
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Re: Moving to Spain
Hi Kenny, we are over in 2 weeks looking at Pilar De la Horadada / la Marina areas. Keep in touch and I will let you know what we find out.
Regards
Owen and Carol
Regards
Owen and Carol
Mar 25th 2018, 7:44 pm
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Re: Moving to Spain
Thanks for replying we are keen on buying in Spain not sure what area yet so any info you find would be great. Are you moving for good or just holiday home. Enjoy your trip. Kenny & Mary
Mar 25th 2018, 9:32 pm
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Re: Moving to Spain
Your cash, but think about RENTING first. You need to be sure that when the excitement and holiday feeling wears off, you are in the right place for YOU. So many people have found out the hard way that it is not the place they thought. For example, Torrevieja has a high crime rate, so you need to choose your area there carefully. Spend (big)in haste, repent at leisure. Not being defeatist or raining on your parade, just realistic. Loads of heart breaking mistakes have been made out here.
Good luck anyway.
Good luck anyway.
Mar 26th 2018, 7:21 am
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Re: Moving to Spain
Sound advice, we are looking at areas at the moment and then we will decide on buying.
Mar 26th 2018, 2:04 pm
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Your cash, but think about RENTING first. You need to be sure that when the excitement and holiday feeling wears off, you are in the right place for YOU. So many people have found out the hard way that it is not the place they thought. For example, Torrevieja has a high crime rate, so you need to choose your area there carefully. Spend (big)in haste, repent at leisure. Not being defeatist or raining on your parade, just realistic. Loads of heart breaking mistakes have been made out here.
Good luck anyway.
Good luck anyway.
