Roger Helmer MEP said.
A word of advice to anyone thinking of buying a property in Spain: don’t. And never, never, never buy off-plan (that is, a property not yet built). Don’t put down a deposit. Don’t even think about it.
I purchased my property off-plan some 10 years ago. What did I do so right at the time.
Good solicitor, Good building company at the time, Built on time. Habitation certificate and Escritura on time. All utilities connected. IBI paid and non resident taxes paid on time. car purchased documentation at traffico no problem. I fly Ryan Air 10 times a year
It is a 3 double bedroom house with Pool and Garage. Also has stunning views over the Mediterranean
Yes! I did receive a fine for contravening building regulations when the garage was built. It went back to the solicitor to sort it. He not only sorted it but got my fine reduced.
Reading Roger Helmer's letter. Have I got problems to come.
All these stories have been going on for years even before I followed my Spanish dream.
I have seen heartache following denuncia. In most cases bought on by owners pushing that bit extra out of permission.
I saw one owner who had dug out his to low under build to turn it into an extra room. Only to see his property crack and all but fall down. He then blamed the builder.
The whole truth is not always seen.
Their are a lot of Happy people who share their life between UK & Spain. Yes a lot of change over the past 10 years.
I for one am in it for the long term
This man ain't for turning.
JB.