British Airways has announced it will start flying from London Stansted Airport from the end of May 2016, a move that will add a fourth airport London airport to the network of Britain’s flagship carrier. In a statement released on Tuesday (9 February) British Airways, which earlier this month said it will resume flights to […]
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British Airways to fly from Stansted for the first time at the end of May
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Why would you buy a property in Spain?
THERE are many reasons why people buy property in Spain, the weather, food, prices, as an investment, or a mixture of these reasons. Many opt to buy a home which can be rented to other holidaymakers for part of the year. These tend to be situated around the most popular tourist resorts, such as Malaga […]
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Spanish property sales up for 18th month in a row
Residential property sales in Spain are continuing to rise with the latest data showing that the number of transaction recorded by notaires increased by 7.3% compared with the same month in 2014. It marks some 18 months of continuous growth, the figures from the General Council of Notaires shows with its analysis report saying that […]
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The flowering of the almond trees in Majorca
If you’re coming to Spain any time between the end of January and the middle of February, you’ll have the chance to witness an amazing natural phenomenon: the flowering of the almond trees in Majorca. At this time of year the island’s Mediterranean landscape is awash with white blossom, making an enchanting picture which heralds […]
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Mallorca property prices and rentals to rise in 2016
GOOD news for property owners in Mallorca as an upturn is expected in both sales and rentals in 2016. However, promoters are warning that finding somewhere to live, be it rental or purchase, will worsen for many due to house prices being high on the island and earnings below the average for many. It seems […]
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Spain, Cyprus and Portugal expect more sales to British buyers in 2016
Spain, Cyprus and Portugal could offer British buyers looking for a holiday home some bargains in 2016 with experts revealing that properties are starting at €50,000. Some parts in Spain in particular currently offer some low priced properties that are not the wrecks usually associated with the bottom end of the market, according to Martin […]
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Taylor Wimpey España confirms ‘meaningful improvement in Spanish market’
Leading Spanish homebuilder, Taylor Wimpey España, has today announced continued growth in the business due to a ‘meaningful improvement in the Spanish market in 2015’. The company, which has been building homes in Spain for over 50 years, released figures that show an increase in the total order book, as at 31 December 2015, of […]
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Chinese join tourist rush to Spain
Spain has seen a steady increase in tourists from Asia in the past 15 years with many eager to see the art in cities such as Barcelona and Madrid while shopping and eating, making them a welcome contrast to the sun and fun crowds. That’s according to data presented at the International Congress on Asian […]
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Spanish property market recovery set to continue in 2016
Looking ahead to 2016 it looks as if the Spanish house market will continue to recover but the latest data shows it is still a rollercoaster and growth very much depends on location. According to the latest figures from appraisal company Tinsa prices are still increasing with its latest index up by 1.9% in November […]
