Buyer’s Guides

All Guides Interior Design When Buying In Spain | What It Costs And Why It’s Worth It Why Use An Interior Designer In Spain?   My job description is wide. I do a lot. But I know my limitations, and interior design is one of them. I’m just not that creative. A natural part of buying a new build in Spain looks like this. You go through the discovery process with me. Selections. Video meetings. Viewings. Reservation. Then KYC and AML. Eventually… Filip Peretz · May 24, 2026 · 18 min read All Guides Living In A Community – Guide Over the past few years I’ve attended at least 40 community meetings on behalf of my clients. Sometimes because they aren’t here to attend in person. Mostly because I want to be there, and I think it’s part of the job. I’m genuinely surprised at how few agents I see doing the same. I can count them on one hand. Going to these meetings lets… Filip Peretz · May 14, 2026 · 24 min read All Guides Branded Residences Costa Del Sol (2026) Once, I was driving a Saudi client along the Golden Mile, a successful investor with more than twenty million to spend on a holiday home & investment. He had done countless deals and knew far more about investing than I did. I asked him why branded residences were so attractive to him. I never saw him wear anything branded or with any logos, and he… Filip Peretz · May 7, 2026 · 16 min read All Guides Building Surveys Costa del Sol: What to Check Before You Buy I started my real estate career like most, in the existing home market. Apartments lived in for 20 years, villas nobody knew the full history of, beachfront buildings from the 70s that looked great from the outside and hid a lot inside. The majority of my clients eventually moved towards new builds, flexible payment plans, warranties, modern kitchens. White facades. That became most of what… Filip Peretz · Apr 28, 2026 · 9 min read All Guides Living Costs in Costa del Sol: The Real Breakdown (2026 Edition) When you’ve sorted your dream home, taxes, and basics of moving to Costa del Sol, the next big question is how much daily life actually costs. I’m talking about realistic monthly expenses you’ll encounter living comfortably, without obsessing over every euro spent, and also enjoying the lifestyle that drew you here in the first place. – Housing and Utilities (Quick Reference) You’ve probably already seen… Filip Peretz · Jan 17, 2026 · 5 min read All Guides The Real Costs of Buying and Owning Property in Costa del Sol Buying property in Costa del Sol is not just about signing on the dotted line and collecting the keys. It is a serious investment, and knowing what it actually costs, from day one and beyond, can make all the difference in how you plan and how you feel afterward. Here is the full breakdown. Just what you really need to know. One Time Purchase Costs… Filip Peretz · Nov 27, 2025 · 3 min read All Guides How to Buy Resale Property in Costa del Sol Spain (2026 Guide) You have found the perfect home, negotiated the price, and now it is time to lock it in before someone else does. In Spain, buying a resale property follows a clear structure, but it is rarely smooth. Some deals fly through, others stall over tiny details no one saw coming. The key is knowing what to expect, acting quickly without rushing, and having people in… Filip Peretz · Nov 27, 2025 · 5 min read All Guides Costa del Sol Safety. The Honest Guide to Crime, Natural Risks, and Everyday Security Costa del Sol is one of the safest and most sought after places to live in Spain, but like anywhere, it has its realities. I am not here to sell you sunshine without shadows. I will tell you exactly what you need to know about crime, drugs, prostitution, natural disasters, and general safety, using my own experience as a local for nearly two decades. Why… Filip Peretz · Nov 27, 2025 · 7 min read All Guides How to Save Thousands on Currency Exchange When Buying or Selling on the Costa del Sol Buying or selling a property in Costa del Sol should be about sunshine, sea view terraces, and planning your next beach lunch. Not watching hidden bank fees quietly chip away at your savings. Yet every year, buyers and sellers lose thousands simply by using their bank without comparing other options. I used to work in the currency exchange industry before real estate. I’ve seen how… Filip Peretz · Nov 27, 2025 · 5 min read