CSIC clears up most-common food myths
Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:40:04
SPAIN'S National Research Council (CSIC) has announced a new book series seeking to debunk widely-held myths through scientific answers – including whether bread really makes you put on weight.
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How to help residents affected by the recent floods
Tue, 05 Nov 2024 07:03:18
VARIOUS charities and organisations – local and national – have set up channels for members of the public to help those affected by the storms and flash floods in the province of Valencia.
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Anti-phone scam and cold-call laws announced
Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:26:26
NEW legislation aiming to protect the public from telephone scams and cold-calling is under construction, and will attempt to attack it at source by tightening up on commercial use of customers' personal data.
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Energy-efficiency certificates for Spanish homes explained
Fri, 04 Oct 2024 14:51:39
ANYONE who has let out or sold their property in recent years will have gone through the process of obtaining an energy-efficiency certificate – and, if you're planning to sell yours or rent it, you need to know what is involved.
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Euribor could drop to 2.5% next year as Spain drives economic growth in bloc
Thu, 26 Sep 2024 14:20:36
INTEREST rates in the Eurozone could fall to 2.5% next year, having closed August 2024 on 3.75%, according to latest research.
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Spain's Paralympians smash medal record at Paris 2024
Sun, 08 Sep 2024 21:52:31
AS THE 2024 Paralympic Games comes to a close, Team Spain has smashed its own record medal-count and broken the 40 barrier for the first time.
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Homeowner funds for replacing air-conditioning units 'offered in some regions'
Fri, 23 Aug 2024 06:27:14
GRANTS of up to €250 are available this year for replacing older air-conditioning units in a bid to encourage greater energy efficiency.
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House price rises 'treble national average' in Spain's islands
Fri, 16 Aug 2024 05:06:45
RESIDENTIAL property prices rose again in July outside of Spain's major cities, with homes for sale on the islands now breaking post-recession records.
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Mortgage applications increase for first time in two years as home prices soar
Wed, 31 Jul 2024 16:39:16
DEMAND for mortgages to buy a home has begun to rise for the first time since 2022, despite rates being at their highest levels in nearly a decade.
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Records Spain broke with its Euro win...and other fun facts about La Roja
Tue, 16 Jul 2024 07:14:43
SPAIN'S last-minute win against England in the 2024 UEFA Euros comes on the 60th anniversary of the country's first-ever title in the much-followed competition – and has broken numerous records, too.
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'Second chance' for homebuyers to apply for income tax deduction
Fri, 31 May 2024 13:49:44
RESIDENTS in Spain who bought a new home before 2013 may still be able to offset the purchase against their annual tax return, if they have not done so already.
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BBVA begins merger talks with Banco Sabadell
Fri, 03 May 2024 13:23:23
TWO of Spain's largest high-street banks are reported to be in merger talks, potentially resulting in the joint entity being the second-biggest in the country in terms of share capital.
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Holiday plans for 2024: Up to €1,500, staycations or Europe, and DIY bookings most popular
Sat, 06 Apr 2024 05:47:03
THE average Spanish resident will spend between €500 and €1,500 on their holidays this year, with three in 10 set to increase their budget from last year and 16% reducing it.
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Express rail fares slashed by 40% through increase in competition
Thu, 04 Apr 2024 05:35:33
HIGH-SPEED rail services between Spain's largest two cities and France have been snapped up by half a million passengers in less than nine months, reveals the transport board.
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Spain's post office launches nationwide luggage locker service
Tue, 02 Apr 2024 05:27:06
SPAIN'S State post office has launched a new solution for passing travellers who do not want to lug their suitcases around: Lockers for bags are now provided, with prices depending upon weight.
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Impact of housing legislation on investment in Spanish rental housing
Sat, 15 Feb 2025 07:14:39 +0000
Recent data highlights a growing divide in Spain’s rental property market, with Madrid holding its ground as an investment destination while Barcelona investors beat a hasty retreat. The culprit? New housing legislation, including rent controls and tenant-friendly rules in areas deemed “strained”, that is spooking landlords and dampening appetite for rental investment across Spain, but […] The post Impact of housing legislation on investment in Spanish rental housing appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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Renting now more expensive than buying in most populous areas
Sat, 15 Feb 2025 06:46:18 +0000
A recent analysis reveals that in 94% of Spain’s most populated municipalities (those with over 100,000 residents), renting a home is more expensive than paying a mortgage. This striking statistic underlines the mounting pressure on the housing market, driven by a chronic lack of supply, pushing rental costs through the roof, and making life harder […] The post Renting now more expensive than buying in most populous areas appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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French property investment downturn threatens rental market
Sat, 15 Feb 2025 06:34:56 +0000
The French real estate market is experiencing a notable decline in investment activity, particularly from individual investors, reports the French press. This downturn, which began in 2022, is now weighing heavily on the rental market, raising concerns over future housing availability. Prominent real estate agencies such as Foncia and Century 21 are sounding the alarm […] The post French property investment downturn threatens rental market appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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Spain’s taxman under fire: wealthy expats fight back against ‘bait-and-switch’ tactics
Fri, 14 Feb 2025 20:21:16 +0000
Spain called out for dodgy tax practices targeting foreign expats. It’s not every day you see a full-page advert in the Financial Times or Wall Street Journal denouncing a country’s tax regime. It’s even rarer when the country in the crosshairs is a supposedly upstanding EU member like Spain. Someone, somewhere, is seriously hacked off—and […] The post Spain’s taxman under fire: wealthy expats fight back against ‘bait-and-switch’ tactics appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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Catalonia introduces ruinous fines for landlords transgressing rent controls
Tue, 28 Jan 2025 17:52:25 +0000
Catalonia’s new rent control fines could bankrupt landlords for even minor mistakes, sparking fears of a rental market collapse as political ambitions clash with economic realities. The Socialist-led regional government of Catalonia, known as the Generalitat, has struck a deal with the far-left Comuns party to introduce harsh new penalties for landlords who breach rent […] The post Catalonia introduces ruinous fines for landlords transgressing rent controls appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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Barcelona considers banning foreign investors and non-residents from housing market
Sat, 25 Jan 2025 08:10:46 +0000
Barcelona’s City Council is eyeing a ban on foreign investors and non-residents buying homes to tackle the housing crisis—but is it a real solution or just political posturing? Barcelona City Council has discussed plans to restrict foreign investment funds and non-residents from purchasing homes in the city, unless the properties are intended for personal or […] The post Barcelona considers banning foreign investors and non-residents from housing market appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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Spanish housing market sees record supply decline in 2024
Thu, 23 Jan 2025 17:50:59 +0000
The supply of homes for sale in Spain is declining, with a 15% year-on-year drop in the final quarter of 2024—fueling fierce competition and soaring prices. What’s behind the crunch, and what does it mean for buyers? The Spanish housing market has taken a notable turn for the worse, with the final quarter of 2024 […] The post Spanish housing market sees record supply decline in 2024 appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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Barcelona housing crisis: 30% social housing mandate throttles new home building
Thu, 23 Jan 2025 17:32:26 +0000
A recent report by the Architects’ Association of Catalonia (COAC) sheds light on the detrimental impact of Barcelona’s 30% social housing quota, which has stifled new development in the Catalan capital. With homebuilding at a standstill, the policy is being blamed for exacerbating the city’s already dire housing crisis. Stagnant new construction The numbers speak […] The post Barcelona housing crisis: 30% social housing mandate throttles new home building appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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Rent controls backfire in France
Thu, 23 Jan 2025 08:26:12 +0000
Rent controls aren’t just a flawed experiment in Spain, where they predictably harm more people by excluding them from the rental market than they help with lower rents. They’re also creating problems in France, as a recent Le Figaro article explains, revealing how these measures fail to curb rent hikes, discourage investment, and frustrate landlords—raising […] The post Rent controls backfire in France appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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Golden visas surge in Catalonia despite government plans for removal
Thu, 23 Jan 2025 07:33:41 +0000
A recent surge in “Golden Visas” in Catalonia has raised eyebrows, given the Spanish government’s announcement to terminate the programme. According to an analysis of data from the Catalan News Agency (ACN), the region saw record-breaking numbers in 2024, with foreign investors flocking to secure residency permits before the potential shutdown. Key findings: a golden […] The post Golden visas surge in Catalonia despite government plans for removal appeared first on Spanish Property Insight .
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