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Buying Property in Spain

Buying a home in Spain is exciting — but the legal process can be daunting in a foreign language. Through our trusted partner AF Consulting, you get experienced, English-speaking property lawyers who handle the conveyancing from start to finish, with a free 30-minute consultation to get you started.

Francisco José Ortega Moreno, director of AF Consulting Francisco José Ortega Moreno, director of AF Consulting
  • Full peace of mind

    With 20 years in Spanish property law, AF Consulting keeps full control of your transaction so there are no surprises — “guaranteeing you peace of mind.”

  • Thorough due diligence

    They check ownership at the Land Registry and make sure you never inherit hidden debts or charges on the property you’re buying.

  • No surprise fees

    You receive an estimate of costs in advance and a detailed provision-of-funds balance sheet, with clear updates at every stage.

How they handle your property purchase

AF Consulting manages the full conveyancing process so you can buy with confidence — from your first document to the registered deeds in your name.

  1. Documentation & identity

    Obtaining your NIE (foreigner identification number) and residency paperwork where needed.

  2. Due diligence

    Checking ownership at the Land Registry and making sure you aren’t inheriting any debts on the property.

  3. Mortgage & finance

    Organising the take-over of an existing mortgage if necessary, and advising on financing.

  4. Contracts

    Negotiating and drawing up the contracts before the deeds are signed at the Notary.

  5. Provision of funds

    Providing a detailed provision-of-funds balance sheet so you know exactly what to budget.

  6. Taxes & paperwork

    Liquidating all taxes and completing the legal paperwork, with a bilingual notary appointment.

  7. Registration

    Registering the deeds in your name and handing them over to you, fully registered.

  8. Planning permission

    Dealing with all areas of planning permission and ensuring the property complies with the rules.

About AF Consulting

AF Consulting has spent 20 years working in the Spanish legal sector, helping international clients buy property with confidence. Their director, Francisco José Ortega Moreno, holds Master’s degrees in Taxation Law and Urban Planning Law, and the team is fluent in English. Beyond conveyancing they also help with wills & inheritance, taxes, company law, mortgages and rentals — everything a property owner in Spain may need.

20 years of experience

Two decades advising buyers across the Spanish property market.

English-speaking team

“We always pick up the phone” — clear communication in your language.

Free 30-minute consultation

Get expert answers on your purchase before you commit to anything.

Two offices in Andalucía

Motril (Granada) and Marbella (Málaga), serving clients across the south of Spain.

Offices

Calle Vílchez 6, 1º B, Motril (Granada)
Oasis Business Centre, Office 9, 29602 Marbella (Málaga)

AF Consulting is one of our trusted partners. Some partner links are affiliate or mutual-referral arrangements; we only recommend services we have experience with and believe add value to our clients.

Request a free consultation

Tell us a little about your property plans in Spain and we'll connect you with AF Consulting for your free 30-minute consultation.