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Case Study: How We Helped a UK Family Seamlessly Purchase a Villa in Marbella
The Challenge: Four Major Obstacles Between Dream and Reality The Situation: Sarah and Michael Henderson, a London-based couple in their early 50s, had been dreaming of retiring to Spain's Costa del Sol for years. They'd spent countless summer holidays in Marbella,...
Inheriting Property in Spain as a US Citizen: 2026 Legal Guide
For a US citizen inheriting property in Spain, the process involves navigating two distinct legal systems simultaneously—American estate law and Spanish inheritance law—along with coordinating tax obligations in both countries. This comprehensive guide covers the...
Case Study: How a US Citizen Saved 35% on Inheritance Tax in Spain Through Strategic Planning
A US citizen with significant real estate and investment assets in Spain faced an inheritance tax bill that would have decimated her family's wealth. Under standard assumptions, her heirs would have paid over €1.2 million in Spanish inheritance taxes—a 38% effective...
Gifting vs. Inheriting in Spain: A Tax Comparison for Foreign Families
The Critical Estate Planning Decision for Expats For international families holding assets in Spain—British retirees with Costa del Sol villas, German investors owning Barcelona apartments, American expats with Madrid properties, French business owners holding...
Form 720: The Ultimate Guide to the March 31st Foreign Asset Declaration Deadline
Spanish tax residents holding foreign assets exceeding €50,000 must file Form 720 annually between January 1 and March 31. For fiscal year 2025 (assets held as of December 31, 2025), the deadline is March 31, 2026. Following the 2022 CJEU ruling, penalties have been...
Spanish Tax System for Dummies: A Simple Guide for New Foreign Residents
Moving to Spain means navigating an entirely new tax landscape. This straightforward guide demystifies the Spanish tax system, translating complex obligations into clear, actionable knowledge that helps you stay compliant and avoid costly mistakes from day one....