Anyone with a basic understanding of economics knows the principle: when a good is scarce and demand increases, its price tends to rise. And when supply grows faster than demand, prices tend to ease. Housing is no exception to this logic, although many other factors are clearly involved. Over ...
Having a second home on the coast is, without doubt, a privilege, but it also entails a series of fixed costs that should not be overlooked. For the vast majority of owners who hold a tourist rental license, the primary goal is not to squeeze the property to obtain the highest commercial return, ...
The final real estate market data for 2025 have already been published, and now is the time to analyze them. Below, we break down the figures at both provincial level and for the Baix Empordà region and the main municipalities in the central Costa Brava. The province of Girona The total ...
The limitation of tourist use housing in Catalunya is based on a real diagnosis: residential rental housing has become a scarce and pressured asset. However, applying a homogeneous restriction to Barcelona and coastal municipalities where second residences predominate introduces an evident ...
The agreement between the Government and the Comuns to unlock the budgets bets once again on the same design error that has been straining rentals for years: stimulating demand and restricting supply. In housing, this combination is not “social”; it is inflationary. First, rental ...
As always, the beginning of the year makes us look to the future. What will happen in the real estate market of the Costa Brava? The first thing to be clear is that, barring an unexpected catastrophe, prices will not drop, or will do so very little. A stabilization is expected due to a change in ...
“Without exclusivity, you sell better, because the more people involved, the sooner it sells.” This is a frequently repeated phrase and, at first glance, seems logical. The problem is that in the real estate market, this logic usually produces the exact opposite: a lot of exposure, ...
The initiative of Más Madrid to limit the commissions of real estate agencies in the Community of Madrid raises an interesting debate. What is the target value of a professional real estate service? If you search on the Internet or ask ChatGPT, you will see that there are all kinds of ...
Following the line of the central government, the Generalitat has modified the tax rate of the Property Transfer Tax (ITP) for home purchases. This change, which had been announced for some time, increases the tax rates, making Catalonia the most expensive place in Spain to buy a ...
The evolution of the real estate market has always been a topic of great economic and social interest. On this occasion, we will analyze how the price per square meter of housing in the province of Girona has evolved from 2002 to today, comparing it with the evolution of the Consumer Price Index ...
The first crucial step when buying or selling a property is determining its market value. Although there are numerous free tools to appraise a home, including one available directly on our website, what factors allow us to obtain a realistic idea of our home's market value? A common method is ...
The Spanish economic outlook for 2025 shows a mix of lights and shadows, influenced by the evolution of key factors such as inflation, interest rates, growth, and unemployment. Inflation is expected to continue its downward trend, albeit slowly. Factors like energy price moderation and supply ...
Everyone needs a roof over their heads and at times like this, when rental properties are scarce, the question is whether we have the option to buy our home. The first step will be to conduct a financial analysis to evaluate our ability to undertake financing with our savings and the ...
The question about the best time to buy a home is common, and the answer, although it may seem evasive, is: it depends. It depends on personal circumstances, needs, and priorities of each buyer. While investors look for moments of low prices to maximize their profits, for those looking for a home, ...
Many times, in order to save on the commission of a real estate agent, individuals decide to put their house up for sale on their own. Nowadays, spreading the word about a listing is very simple and can be done on a website in just a few minutes. Today we are going to detail the 5 most common ...
The real estate sector is experiencing a profound transformation driven by the growing concern for climate change and the search for more sustainable solutions. In this context, the Energy Performance Certificate has become a fundamental document that evaluates the energy performance of a ...
We have already talked about the tax aspect of real estate inheritance. Today we want to clarify some concepts that can be very helpful in organizing the family's assets. Estate planning is a decision of great relevance that involves considering various legal alternatives. Among them, naked ...
With the drought, which plants do you advise to plant? That is an excellent question. For a few years now, we have been experiencing a drought in the area that limits us in the selection of plants we would like to use. We are forced to adapt to plants that can survive in these conditions. ...
Discover the unrivalled charm of the Costa Brava's climate Welcome to the Costa Brava, a jewel on the north-east coast of Catalonia that captivates residents and visitors alike with its stunning natural beauty and exceptional climate. In this idyllic spot, where the Mediterranean Sea gently ...
It is not uncommon to find homeowners who decide to sell their property as a private individual, thinking that this will allow them to get a better deal and get a higher amount for "saving" the commission of an agent. First of all, we must insist that not all real estate professionals are worthless ...
Easy Brava, your real estate agency in Calonge, Sant Antoni de Calonge and Palamós, answer to the questions you have when buying a house or an apartment on the Costa Brava.
