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How to make the most of real estate fairs in Spain

Throughout the year, many real estate exhibitions take place in Spain. You can attend these as a real estate agent, buyer, or seller. But what is the most relevant information in each case? What can you expect to learn? How can you benefit from these specialized property events?

Are you a foreigner and want to buy a house in Spain? These are the steps you should follow

Pleasant climate, rich culture, good quality of life, open and friendly people, lower property prices than in other European cities... There are surely many reasons why Spain appeals to you as a country to invest in and buy a home, whether for holidays or for longer stays with a long-term vision. But how do you go about buying a property in our country?

Fractional purchase

Own and enjoy an exclusive home without having to buy the entire property.

7 reasons to buy a property in Zaragoza

In recent months, Zaragoza has placed itself as a benchmark in the recovery of Spain's property sector. Besides Barcelona, Madrid, and coastal towns, the capital of the Autonomous Community of Aragon offers some excellent advantages when buying a property. In this article, we are going to give you seven top reasons why you should not miss the opportunity offered by the property market in this place.

Market report 2022-2023 Spain and Andorra

The change of cycle in the real estate market is a reality and, after eight consecutive years of growth in the number of transactions and prices, in 2023 the gap between real estate supply and demand will widen due to the rise in inflation and interest rates. This mismatch will be the great challenge for this year, in which premium housing will not be so affected. These are the main conclusions that can be drawn from our latest market report 2022-2023 Spain and Andorra.

What are the benefits of investing and residing in Andorra?

The Principality of Andorra, with more than 700 years of peace having been a neutral country, has a stable political framework that is very beneficial for investors and residents, projecting security and confidence. Currently Andorra has entered into a dynamic of reforms that allow the opening of the economy of the Principality to foreign investment and tax cooperation.

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How to make the most of real estate fairs in Spain

Throughout the year, many real estate exhibitions take place in Spain. You can attend these as a real estate agent, buyer, or seller. But what is the most relevant information in each case? What can you expect to learn? How can you benefit from these specialized property events?

Que significa ser el usufructuario de una vivienda

What is a usufructuary of a property?

If you are still not clear about what usufruct is and how it works, this term refers to the right of a beneficiary to enjoy the use of a property without being the owner. The person who takes over the property is called a usufructuary of a propertywhile the one who hands over the property is called the bare owner.The figure of the usufructuary of a dwelling is common in inheritances inheritances between family members, since, due to some legal precepts, the property and the assets that compose it are established in favour of an heir (generally the spouse), which allows him/her to enjoy it without being the owner.

Selling a house to buy another one: how can you do it?

There are many reasons that can motivate the search for a new home: change of job, family growth, wanting to try a new location... But then the question arises of what to do with the property we already own. Can we sell it to buy another one? Selling to buy is one of the main reasons why a property is transferred in our country.

We are expanding our presence in Bilbao & Getxo by integrating these markets into our network of MC

At Engel & Völkers, we continue to grow and strengthen our presence in northern Spain. This time, we have integrated the markets of Bilbao and Getxo into our network of Market Centers, which until now operated under the franchise model. “The decision to take direct control of this area reflects our commitment to providing a more personalized, closer, and top-quality service to our clients,” explains Juan-Galo Macià, President of Engel & Völkers Spain, Portugal, and Andorra.

Investing in housing in Madrid: is it a good idea?

Madrid, the capital of Spain, is a thriving real estate investment center . With its strong economy, rich culture, cosmopolitan atmosphere and dynamic energy, it is the perfect place to invest in property, diversify your assets and secure a stable, long-term financial future.

Juan-Galo Macià, CEO of Engel & Völkers Iberia, receives the Diamond Award for Excellence

Our CEO of Engel & Völkers in Spain, Portugal, and Andorra, Juan-Galo Macià, has been honored with the prestigious Diamond Award for Excellence in the Lifestyle category, awarded by the Spanish Luxury Association – Luxury Spain. This recognition highlights his leadership and contribution to the luxury real estate sector, reaffirming Engel & Völkers' commitment to excellence and exclusivity.

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Is it Better to Be a Real Estate Agent or an Energy Sales Representative?

Are you looking for a sales job that provides financial stability? Or one with generous commissions? These two options are key when evaluating different job positions, as your choice will depend on your specific requirements.

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Highest-paying jobs without a university degree

Reinventing yourself professionally or re-entering the job market is becoming more accessible at any age. There are many jobs that don't require a university degree and still offer great financial rewards.

We are expanding our presence in Bilbao & Getxo by integrating these markets into our network of MC

At Engel & Völkers, we continue to grow and strengthen our presence in northern Spain. This time, we have integrated the markets of Bilbao and Getxo into our network of Market Centers, which until now operated under the franchise model. “The decision to take direct control of this area reflects our commitment to providing a more personalized, closer, and top-quality service to our clients,” explains Juan-Galo Macià, President of Engel & Völkers Spain, Portugal, and Andorra.

Juan-Galo Macià, CEO of Engel & Völkers Iberia, receives the Diamond Award for Excellence

Our CEO of Engel & Völkers in Spain, Portugal, and Andorra, Juan-Galo Macià, has been honored with the prestigious Diamond Award for Excellence in the Lifestyle category, awarded by the Spanish Luxury Association – Luxury Spain. This recognition highlights his leadership and contribution to the luxury real estate sector, reaffirming Engel & Völkers' commitment to excellence and exclusivity.

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Is it more profitable to be an insurance agent or a real estate agent?

Are you looking for a sales career that offers high income, or do you prefer a more stable stream of earnings? Both the real estate and insurance sectors can be interesting options, but each has unique advantages in terms of commissions, growth, and types of clients.

The 10 most common job interview questions

Job interviews are part of the process for finding a job. They help HR managers select the right candidates for the position. This is why preparing in advance is important. The following are some of the most frequently asked questions at an interview:

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A special Menina to celebrate the tenth anniversary of Engel & Völkers Madrid

For our tenth anniversary at Engel & Völkers Madrid, we pay tribute to our clients with the design of the Menina "Confianza" for the "Meninas Madrid Gallery 2024" exhibition. This design symbolizes the strong bond we have built with each client who has trusted us to sell, buy, or rent their property.

The 10 most common job interview questions

Job interviews are part of the process for finding a job. They help HR managers select the right candidates for the position. This is why preparing in advance is important. The following are some of the most frequently asked questions at an interview:

Juan-Galo Macià, CEO of the Year Award in Luxury Real Estate 2024 La Razón

Last May 22nd, our president, Juan-Galo Macià, was distinguished with the prestigious CEO of the Year Award in the Luxury Real Estate Sector 2024, granted by the media La Razón. This recognition highlights Juan-Galo's leadership, not only as president of Engel & Völkers for Spain, Portugal and Andorra, but also in the sector, thus consolidating our position as a benchmark in the real estate sector.

We are a Great Place to Work!

Sense of belonging, professional development and well-being at work are among the issues most valued by our employees.

5 Advantages of coworking spaces

Coworking' spaces are becoming more common in Spain. After all, they offer a wide variety of benefits to those who wish to work in them. In this article, we want to dedicate a few lines talking about the 5 main advantages that you can enjoy when sharing such a space in your company.

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