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Compare Pueblo, Arroyo de la Miel and Costa
Benalmádena Pueblo, Benalmádena
A historic hilltop village, with walking access worth considering
El Higuerón Capellanía, Benalmádena
Understand the housing, local services and planning areas before buying
El Paraíso, Benahavís
El Paraíso Alto's inland setting, golf and everyday services
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Compare Elviria’s local services with Artola-Cabopino’s protected coast.
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Buying Guide
A reservation, a purchase contract and a deposit all bind you, and so can a signed offer that the seller accepts. Spain has no cooling-off period for home purchases, so let your lawyer read everything before you sign or pay.
Read the full answerIt is not required by law, but we always recommend that you use your own lawyer, who works for you and not for the seller or developer.
Read the full answerThe notary is a neutral public official who draws up and authenticates the deed so the change of ownership can be registered. The notary does not work for you and does not check the home.
Read the full answerBuying a resale home without a mortgage often takes 1 to 2 months from accepted offer to keys. With a Spanish mortgage it often takes 2 to 4 months.
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