Alba & Luna REAL ESTATE LAWYERS Torremolinos
Alba & Luna Lawyers highly specialised in Real Estate Purchase and Sale processe:
We are an independent legal service to help foreign people both to buy or to sell a property in Spain.
Please note: Notaries in Spain do not verify the accuracy of the statements in a contract. That’s why it’s essential to have a lawyer on your side—to review, negotiate, and manage every legal detail of the process and prevent future problems.
Our Legal Support Includes:
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Verifying that the seller is the legal owner of the property.
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Ensuring the property is free of debts and matches the description provided.
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Making sure your purchase complies with Spanish law to avoid legal issues in the future.
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Negotiating the purchase terms directly with the seller.
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Drafting or reviewing the pre-agreement (arras).
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Checking if the seller’s mortgage has been canceled.
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Preparing everything for the closing.
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Before the notary appointment, reviewing all documentation and solving any last-minute issues, such as:
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Problems with mortgage cancellation.
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Inaccurate property registration.
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Last-minute requirements from your bank.
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Confirming that any existing mortgage on the property has been fully canceled.
For new constructions:
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Reviewing construction permits and licenses.
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Checking if the mortgage has been subrogated from the developer and advising on cancellation or proposing a new mortgage if needed.
At the Closing:
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Attending the notary appointment and signing the deed.
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If you cannot be present, we can represent you with a power of attorney, which you can obtain either in Spain or at the Spanish Consulate in your country.
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After the signing, we ensure the property is correctly registered in your name at the Property Registry.
We strongly recommend verifying the legal status of the property before signing any agreement. It may carry debts or encumbrances that, if not detected in time, would transfer to the new owner. This is why proper legal advice is essential.
Alba & Luna Real Estate Lawyers carefully analyz and draft every clause of the contracts involved in the purchase process—such as the reservation contract, mortgage agreement, and deed—to ensure that your rights are fully protected. We help you avoid abusive clauses and ensure you don’t sign anything that could go against your interests.
Alba & Luna Lawyers experts in buying and selling property in Torremolinos.
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Alba & Luna Real Estate Lawyers Torremolinos. How may we help you? Over 20 years of experience assisting international clients with buying and selling property on the Costa del Sol - handling every legal detail on your behalf.
🏡 Real Estate Law Services
We assist international clients with all legal aspects of buying, selling, and owning property in Spain, including:
Full legal management of the conveyancing process.
Drafting and review of contracts for the purchase or sale of real estate or land plots.
Property registration and review of registry charges.
Legal actions related to construction defects or unfinished work not matching specifications.
Enforcement of developer or builder guarantees.
Claims for hidden defects in newly acquired properties.
Preventive annotations and judicial seizures.
Termination of contracts due to non-payment or breach of terms.
Possession proceedings and disputes over boundaries or delimitations.
Legal support in mortgage foreclosures and property auctions.
Assistance with judicial claims and seizure procedures.
Refund claims for undue payment of capital gains tax (plusvalía).
Advice and drafting of reservation (deposit) contracts.
🏡Leases & Urban Rentals
We provide legal support in all types of rental situations, including:
Evictions due to non-payment or contract expiration.
Express eviction procedures (desahucios exprés).
Termination and renegotiation of rental contracts.
Transfers, subleases, and assignment of lease agreements.
Legal review and update of rent payments, service charges, and repair costs.
Drafting of rental contracts for homes, commercial premises, garages, etc.
Registration of properties for tourist or holiday rental (vivienda con fines turísticos).
Claims for unpaid rent or property damage caused by tenants.
Legal defense in eviction proceedings.
Legal advice on business transfers involving leased properties.
Support with lease-to-own and purchase option agreements.
Alba & Luna Property Solicitors in Torremolinos.
We understand the unique challenges international clients face—especially when dealing with unfamiliar laws or language barriers.
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Find below some Frequently Asked Questions ( FAQ):
Yes, it is possible to purchase a property in Spain without being physically present. To make this happen, there are two key requirements: a power of attorney (POA) and a NIE (Foreigner Identification Number).
Power of Attorney (POA)
A power of attorney allows us to act on your behalf and handle the entire process of purchasing the property. This includes everything from conducting legal checks to signing the final deeds.
How to obtain it:
- If you are in Spain, we can guide you through signing the power of attorney at a Spanish notary.
- If you are abroad, you can visit the nearest Spanish consulate or a local notary in your country.
- In this case, the document will need to be legalized with the Apostille of The Hague to be valid in Spain.
NIE (Foreigner Identification Number)
The NIE is a mandatory tax identification number required for any legal or financial transactions in Spain, including buying property. Without a NIE, the purchase cannot be completed.
How to obtain it:
- If you are in Spain, we can assist you in applying for your NIE at the relevant immigration or police office.
- If you are abroad, you can apply for it at the nearest Spanish consulate.
- Alternatively, with the power of attorney, we can obtain the NIE on your behalf in Spain.
Selling a property in Spain while living abroad is straightforward with the right legal assistance. To ensure the process is smooth, you will need a power of attorney (POA) and a NIE (if you don't already have one).
Power of Attorney (POA)
A power of attorney allows us to manage the entire sale process on your behalf, from preparing documents to signing contracts.
How to obtain it:
- If you are in Spain, you can sign the power of attorney at a local Spanish notary with our assistance.
- If you are abroad, you can sign it at the nearest Spanish consulate or with a local notary in your country.
- If signed abroad, the document will need to be legalized with the Apostille of The Hague.
NIE (Foreigner Identification Number)
If you already own a property in Spain, you likely obtained a NIE when you purchased it. However, if you do not have one or cannot locate it, it is necessary to request a duplicate or reapply.
How to obtain it:
- If you are in Spain, we can assist you in applying for or retrieving your NIE at the relevant office.
- If you are abroad, you can apply at a Spanish consulate or allow us to obtain it on your behalf with the power of attorney.
Alba & Luna LAWYERS offer to our clients, interest-free payment facilities.
20 years of experience in representing our foreign clients in the purchase and sale of property on the Costa del Sol.
Why choose Alba & Luna Lawyers?
🟦 Over 20 years of experience on the Costa del Sol.
🟦 100% legal coverage for the entire buying process.
🟦 Transparent fees – no hidden costs.
🟦 We can represent you without you needing to travel to Spain.