PAG 02 a 11 ADS <strong>53</strong>.qxp_Layout 1 22/3/22 21:01 Página 8 PREPARED TO INVEST IN SPAIN by Alberto Bertazzi We are in a special historical moment for many reasons, it’s a different environment that is not comparable to what we have experienced so far: COVID has changed and will continue to change our economy and the way we live and and relate. At this current moment, investing in real estate; particularly in homes for rent, continues to be the safest and most profitable, especially in Spain and more so in our Costa del Sol: the demand for both purchase and rentals is high and is constantly growing, making the value to rise at a reasonable and constant pace. The best tool to buy, and lower the cost of the investment, is still the mortgage loan: the new Spanish Mortgage Law, 5/19, entered into force 2 years ago, on June 16, 2019, has radically changed the regulations, adapting it to European guidelines, enhancing legal security and transparency, in favor and protection of the consumer. In addition, the costs of the operation are significantly reduced: now it is the Bank that pays the AJD tax on the mortgage, as well as the Notary, the Registry and Management; While the client only has the cost of the appraisal (an average saving of approx. 2,500-3.00 €) The Spanish banking market today is made up of more than 30 Financial Institutions and Banks, which are offering specific financing and mortgage products for the acquisition of properties: the offer is varied and complies with the rules and limits determined by the EU regulations. The most important thing to bear in mind is that interest rates have never been as low as they are now: the 12-month Euribor remains negative below -0.40% and close to -0.50%, and This allows to offer to the consumer, within a standard mortgage, both at a fixed and variable rate, to be the lowest in history: we are talking about the 1% interest rate conditions for mortgages for a primary home and 2-2.5% for mortgages for holyday or vacational homes . This means that, today, investment in rental housing, financing the highest possible % of the acquisition price, is the most profitable in the last 30 years: for this reason, many foreign investors are coming to Spain, especially from the Euro zone, with the possibility of combining a good investment with the privileged surroundings of sun and sea that our Coasts offer, and especially the area of Malaga and Marbella. From FCG, a mortgage broker, with more than 18 years of experience, we offer the prequalification process free of charge to all our clients: It’s the first -step when you are thinking of buying a home using a mortgage loan: the pre-approval process helps you determine exactly how much money you are qualified to borrow, as well as the terms you can be offered. And, while your pre-approval is not a binding agreement, it allows you the means to make an informed offer on a home. The process of obtaining a mortgage is long, and has loops after the pre-approval: today the average is 6 weeks, since the terms have been lengthened to guarantee more information and transparency to the consumer: for example before On 5/19 you only went to a Notary Public once, now you have to go 2 times, and within a minimum period of 10 days. The best thing is to be prepared, well organized, and advised by professionals. Alberto Bertazzi Director FCG - Mortgage Specialists (+34) 657 111 073 financeconsultingroup.com
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