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DESIGNER LEADERS: Interiors Design A SERIES OF INTERVIEWS WITH SENIOR PROFESSIONALS WHO SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCE, INSIGHT AND VISION OF BOTH THE CURRENT AND FUTURE BUSINESS ROLE FOR DESIGN AND CREATIVITY. TODAY WE SPEAK TO MARC PRITCHARD, SALES & MARKETING DIRECTOR FOR TAYLOR WIMPEY ESPAÑA. What role does design play within your business, and how do […]

Spend your Golden years in Spain – here’s how you can still retire in EU despite Brexit BRITONS can still retire in popular EU hotspots such as Spain and Portugal despite Brexit, but they have to jump through more hoops to do it. Millions facing sky-high fuel bills as the British winter turns cold will […]

Golden Visa – BRITONS facing yet another grim Christmas lockdown are buying Spanish properties to escape Omicron misery and work from home in the sun. Sun-starved Brits are desperate to buy second homes in European hotspots, as winter turns cold and energy bills go through the roof. Others plan to retire in the sun despite […]

Spanish property reservations boom, as buyers race to find the perfect second home Taylor Wimpey España reservations up compared to 2019 Germans and Brits together account for 20% of all foreign property buyers in Spain Germans favour Mallorca, while British families flock to the Costa del Sol Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has reported very good […]

Christmas Spain Family and feasting are at the heart of many Spanish festive traditions Taylor Wimpey España highlights importance of cultural immersion at Christmas time Winter in Spain offers added benefits, from fewer tourists to vitamin D top-ups There are plenty of reasons to spend Christmas in Spain. The warm temperatures in the south of the […]

SPANISH SUSTAINABILITY There is a great deal of focus on energy performance in the UK at the moment, both from an environmental perspective and through property owners seeking to reduce energy output in their homes. But what about properties overseas – how do they compare? Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has shared some […]

British property buyers. Britons ‘looking for golf properties’ COSTA DEL SOL has long been popular with British expats, although Covid and Brexit recently impacted numbers. However, a property expert told Express.co.uk Britons are now coming back to Spain. The sales and marketing director at Taylor Wimpey España and he told Express.co.uk that UK sales are on […]

Efficient and eco holiday homes Global gas price crisis means energy ratings have taken on a new importance Taylor Wimpey España showcases B-rated, energy efficient second homes Buyers seeking sustainability and cost-effectiveness all in one There is a great deal of focus on energy performance in the UK at the moment, both from an environmental perspective […]

Spain best areas BRITISH buyers are back on top in Spain, according to new data from a leading home builder. In a huge surge Britons reserved more second homes in Spain in October than any other nationality. This was the first time that Britons had been on top since before the pandemic when travel restrictions […]

British families snapped up more holiday homes in October than buyers from any other country Number of reservations was highest since 2015 Costa del Sol is top location for British buyers When it comes to Spanish second homes, Brits are very much back on the scene. Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has shared its October […]

Second home: The Costa del Sol is British buyers’ favourite part of Spain When it comes to Spanish second homes, Brits are very much back on the scene. Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has shared its October figures, which reveal that British buyers reserved their highest number of holiday homes since 2015. Demand […]

SURGE IN SPAIN When it comes to Spanish second homes, Brits are very much back on the scene. Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has shared its October figures, which reveal that British buyers reserved their highest number of holiday homes since 2015. Demand from Britons exceeded that from any other buyer nationality during […]

Spanish lawyer: César Garzón Uptick in enquiries from Britons highlights appetite for freedom of movement Golden visa holders can live and work in Spain just as they could pre-Brexit Spanish investment visas provide flexibility as well as freedom, all for €500k   In this post-Brexit era, golden visas are increasingly being sought by British families […]

GOLDEN visas have become increasingly popular with wealthy Britons since Brexit brought an end to free movement. The attractive golden schemes offer a way for British people to move abroad to several EU countries but which one offers the best opportunities? Expats looking to invest in property or business overseas could have a great chance of […]

Overseas buyers Taylor Wimpey unveil project overlooking Torrevieja’s Punta Prima beach, called Posidonia. DEVELOPERS Taylor Wimpey will spend €17 million on building an apartment complex on the southern Costa Blanca. The British firm will construct 48 homes overlooking Torrevieja’s Punta Prima beach. The two and three bedroom apartments in the new Posidonia complex will have […]

Uptick in enquiries from Britons highlights appetite for freedom of movement Golden visa holders can live and work in Spain just as they could pre-Brexit Spanish investment visas provide flexibility as well as freedom, all for €500k In this post-Brexit era, golden visas are increasingly being sought by British families looking to maintain the same […]

Beachfront homes Posidonia development will provide frontline apartments with stunning sea views Launch follows best ever September Second home reservations running at 3x rate seen in 2019 Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has announced the launch of a brand-new, beachfront development at Punta Prima, in the Costa Blanca. The launch of Posidonia follows the best September for […]

Spain golf Algarve regional tourism authority flags up “clear recovery” Taylor Wimpey España reports record September sales Palmares Ocean Living promotes ‘try before you buy’ golf home experience The relaxation of travel restrictions means that golfers looking to enjoy a round under the winter sun can now head overseas much more easily. Both Spain and […]

Golf homes Algarve regional tourism authority flags up “clear recovery” Taylor Wimpey España reports record September sales Palmares Ocean Living promotes ‘try before you buy’ golf home experience The relaxation of travel restrictions means that golfers looking to enjoy a round under the winter sun can now head overseas much more easily. Both Spain and […]

Second golf homes The relaxation of travel restrictions means that golfers looking to enjoy a round under the winter sun can now head overseas with much more ease. Both Spain and Portugal remain popular destinations with golfers thanks to their easy access from the UK, pristine courses and inviting weather with both Iberian nations looking […]

Builder Taylor Wimpey & work from home SUN-LOVING BRITS are racing to buy Spanish property once more, as the dream of owning a second home in the sun becomes a reality again. They are shrugging off Brexit and the pandemic to reserve new holiday homes in record numbers. It’s the new working from home. Builder […]

Taylor Wimpey España predicts that simplified travel will deliver bumper results for Spain Balearic Islands are currently Spain’s most popular destination Beach, local cuisine and sun are “what families are seeking right now” With the UK government’s new travel rules now in place, it’s easier to visit Spain than it has been in a long time. […]

Property in 2022 House prices set to continue rising, albeit more slowly (Fabrik Invest) Rents will rise too, while Build to Rent models flourish (Housing Hand) Demand for second homes overseas will increase, with an emphasis on space both inside and out (Taylor Wimpey España) It’s been a rollercoaster couple of years for the property […]

House prices are set to continue rising, albeit more slowly (Fabrik Invest) Rents will rise too, while Build to Rent models flourish (Housing Hand) Demand for second homes overseas will increase, with an emphasis on space both inside and out (Taylor Wimpey España) Overseas property in 2022 A perennial favourite with second-home buyers from the […]

Penthouses Costa del Sol Taylor Wimpey España is offering a range of key-ready penthouses for sale Now is ‘perfect time’ to buy, as prices in Spain return to pre-pandemic levels Spacious penthouses can easily accommodate working from home Taylor Wimpey España is showcasing a range of penthouses available for immediate purchase. With British interest in Spain continuing […]

Key-ready homes Spain Taylor Wimpey España reports increasing demand for key-ready second homes Costa del Sol proves most popular with British buyers, followed by Mallorca Spanish islands see prices rise fastest over past year, at 7.9% (Tinsa) With autumn upon us once again, and after a less than impressive UK summer, many families are thinking about […]

Key-ready holiday homes CBRE highlights heightened interest in immediately available new-build homes Taylor Wimpey España reports increased demand for key-ready homes with terraces New build prices showing far more stability than previously owned homes (Tinsa) Figures from the CBRE, Tinsa and leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España are all pointing to 2021 being a particularly positive year […]

Mansion Global’s daily round-up of the latest luxury real estate news from around the world British vacation home buyers are returning to Spain British buyers are leading a resurgence of demand for second homes in Spain, according to Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España. The Costa del Sol in Southern Spain, is the most popular […]

Surge in Taylor Wimpey España sales to British buyers Costa del Sol leads the field for Brits buying in Spain Sales forecasts for coming months looking very positive Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has reported a surge in demand from British buyers, with year to date sales for July 2021 now equalling those in the same […]

A rise in demand for second home in Spain has seen a resurgence in sales among British buyers – with property in Costa del Sol proving the most popular. Sales of homes this year have soared to levels not seen since 2019, according to leading Spanish property builder, Taylor Wimpey Espana. The sudden spike in figures has prompted the company […]

300 homes delivered in past 6 years High-quality homes complement outstanding golf, spa and restaurant facilities 6 more years of partnership working will see total homes at La Cala Golf reach 1,000 Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has announced that it has sold over 300 properties at the Costa del Sol’s La Cala Golf Resort, with […]

Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has sold over 300 properties at the Costa del Sol’s La Cala Golf Resort, with plans in place to build a further 700 homes. The total sales volume of properties at La Cala Golf so far has surpassed €100 million. Javier Ballester, General Manager, Taylor Wimpey España, said: “With its […]

-Taylor Wimpey España environmental strategy puts sustainability at  heart of new homes -The Crest offers luxury living with customisable outdoor spaces -Climate change, nature, resources and waste all under the spotlight like never before The way we live and the way we holiday are changing. Both the pandemic and climate change are having an impact, […]

Web visits, leads and sales all experiencing double digit growth as demand booms Costa del Sol sales up 59% year-to-date New launches – such as Marbella Lake – proving popular with international buyers As pandemic-related restrictions continue to ease, Taylor Wimpey España has reported a surge in demand for Spanish second homes, with web visits, leads and […]

Back to Spain: As pandemic-related restrictions continue to ease, Taylor Wimpey España has reported a surge in demand for Spanish second homes, with web visits, leads and sales all enjoying double digit growth in June. The leading Spanish home builder’s experience is being reflected across the market more broadly, as well. Q1 2021 figures from […]

Taylor Wimpey Marbella: The British developer has launched a new residential project on the Costa del Sol, with homes starting at 285,000 euros.   Taylor Wimpey España has begun work on Marbella Lake, a new development on the Costa del Sol (Málaga). It expects to invest a total of 35.5 million euros, according to the […]

Second home buyers Taylor Wimpey España reports 80% of development sold in just 3 months Newly launched Es Llaut apartments at Cala Bona coincide with reduced travel restrictions Sustainability to remain a top priority for all Mallorca properties From Love Island to its newly won spot on the UK’s green travel list, Mallorca has a lot […]

Second home Mallorca Taylor Wimpey España reports 80% of development sold in just 3 months (Mallorca) Newly launched Es Llaut apartments at Cala Bona coincide with reduced travel restrictions Sustainability to remain a top priority for all Mallorca properties From Love Island to its newly won spot on the UK’s green travel list, Mallorca has a […]

IMPACT OF PANDEMIC AND CLIMATE CRISIS EVIDENT IN DESIGN OF NEW LUXURY HOMES AT THE CREST -Taylor Wimpey España environmental strategy puts sustainability at  heart of new homes -The Crest offers luxury living with customisable outdoor spaces -Climate change, nature, resources and waste all under the spotlight like never before The way we live and […]

Retiring to Spain: Spain has long been a favourite destination with British retirees. It has sun, sand, golf and affordable, healthy and delicious food and wine. It also has more than four doctors per 1,000 inhabitants, according to a recent study by Audley Villages, which ranked Spain as the best country for retirement out of […]

Sustainability homes Taylor Wimpey España environmental strategy puts sustainability at heart of new homes The Crest offers luxury living with customisable outdoor spaces Climate change, nature, resources and waste all under the spotlight like never before The way we live and the way we holiday are changing. Both the pandemic and climate change are having […]

SPAIN has traditionally been a hotspot for British expats. Since Brexit new visa requirements have seen Portugal being cited as the lower-cost alternative. Is it cheaper to live in Portugal? Expats looking to relocate into the sunshine have long packed their bags and departed the UK for Spain. While its Iberian neighbour Portugal is also a favourite for expats, […]

Portugal may be the defending European champion, but how does its property market stand up? Will Spain’s second home credentials win out? Or is UK property still holding its own? So, what does Spain have to offer? Like the Algarve, southern Spain offers a superb outdoor lifestyle, with 300 days of sunshine per year. It […]

Sustainability home Spain. Sustainability is a key issue among Brits looking for a second home in Spain according to one developer. Taylor Wimpey España says environmental matters continue to attract attention. with solar panels and energy cost savings the buyers’ main focus. It says new-build properties in Spain are winning over buyers thanks to their […]

Taylor Wimpey España reports strong demand for Mallorca homes as new Sa Galera development launches Balearic property reservations up 37% compared to 2019 New seafront homes launch at Sa Galera, overlooking the Bay of Palma Spain’s islands lead the way for property price growth, with rise of 4.6% Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has reported […]

Love Island Mallorca The new season of Love Island is less than three weeks away! The first show will air on Monday 28 June, after a long wait for fans, with last year’s show having been cancelled (thanks, Covid). As such, all eyes are on Mallorca once again. I’m working with Taylor Wimpey Espana’s Marc, who […]

Taylor Wimpey España reports environmental matters continue to attract attention Solar panels and energy cost savings are buyers’ main focus New builds continue to out-perform second-hand homes in Spain New build properties in Spain are winning over buyers thanks to their eco-friendly credentials, according to leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España. The company reports that solar […]

Alarm status ends Fewer travel restrictions and longer restaurant opening hours as life gets back to ‘normal’ Taylor Wimpey España welcomes positive impact on Spanish property market Summer season spending to relieve some of pressure on tourism sector As one of the world’s most visited countries, Spain relies heavily on its tourism sector to keep […]

Spanish property market picks up New build transactions exceeded 2019 levels in August and September 2020 (Valmesa Consultores) Mediterranean Coast property prices up 2.7% since February (Tinsa) Britons bought more homes in Spain than any other foreign nationality in 2020 (Colegio de Registradores) Despite Brexit and Covid, Britons bought more properties in Spain than any other foreign […]

Taylor Wimpey Spain – La Cala  Golf Despite Brexit and Covid, Britons bought more properties in Spain than any other foreign nationality in 2020. They accounted for 1.48 per cent of overall property sales, with total purchases by foreigners accounting for 11.3 per cent, according to the Colegio de Registradores. While the total number of […]

Spain – Second homes The UK government announced the resumption of international travel, with details of its traffic light system, last week. Although many in the travel industry were less than enthusiastic about the new guidelines, leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España points out that the Spanish second homes market will be one beneficiary […]

Travel to Spain Second homes surge anticipated as Taylor Wimpey España reports 116% rise in UK leads UK offering more summer flights to Malaga than any other country (Costa del Sol Tourism) 93% of young adults report an increased desire to travel (Topdeck Travel) It’s nearly time to pack the sun cream once more. The […]

Viva España Second homes surge anticipated as Taylor Wimpey España reports 116% rise in UK leads UK offering more summer flights to Malaga than any other country (Costa del Sol Tourism) 93% of young adults report an increased desire to travel (Topdeck Travel) It’s nearly time to pack the sun cream once more. The UK […]

Good news for Spanish second homeowners in the UK. From March 29, people will be allowed to leave the UK in connection with the purchase, sale, letting or rental of a residential property. The exemption allows people to travel abroad “in connection with the purchase, sale, letting or rental of a residential property”. Those activities […]

Do you love Mallorca? Foreign buyers account for 32.65% of all Balearic Island sales (Registradores) Taylor Wimpey España reports 42% increase in leads Ryanair includes Mallorca as key focus for summer schedule Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has announced details of its newest launch: Ikat, in the picturesque town of Ses Salines, on Mallorca’s southern coast. The […]

Buyers with €500k to spend can pick up residency along with their property Brexit pushing more Brits to consider the Golden Visa route into the Schengen Zone Working from home on the terrace ‘infinitely more desirable’ due to pandemic Leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España has reported a surge in enquiries from British families seeking Spanish […]

Spain property market Whether you dream of a bolt hole on the Costa Blanca or the Canary Islands, here’s our guide to buying amid Covid and Brexit. By Zoe Dare Hall Despite Brexit, the pandemic and any other hoops that lie between us and enjoying homes in the Spanish sun, the British are still by far the […]

Golf Homes Buyers looking for golf homes with private outdoor space, pools and flexible internal areas (Taylor Wimpey España) Single-family homes account for record-breaking 20.43% of transactions (Q3 2020) Palma Tourism Board “confident” that British visitors will be some of earliest to return Popular tourism destinations such as Spain have been hit hard by the COVID-19 […]

Interest in homes soars during winter lockdown Buying abroad With travel restrictions in place that, currently, have no end in sight, how can buyers turn their dream of holiday home ownership into reality? According to CostaLuz Lawyers, with the right safeguards in place, it is perfectly possible to buy a Spanish property safely online during […]

Interest in homes in Spain and Portugal soars during winter lockdown – and you could buy one too Cold days and long winter nights in lockdown have left people dreaming of sunnier climes according to property experts. The Association of Portuguese Resorts said almost a quarter of international enquiries at the end of 2020 were from the […]

Spanish property buyers focus on green second homes as Malaga gets first National Park Sierra de las Nieves to become Spain’s 16th National Park later this year Designation includes strict environmental protections Taylor Wimpey España reports uptick in interest in greener homes Later this year, Spain’s Malaga province will finally get its first National Park, […]

How to buy a home in Spain safely during lockdown British appetite for holidays and second homes in Spain remains strong CostaLuz Lawyers walks buyers through safe online buying practices Pre-foreclosure purchases deliver savings of up to 60% The Covid-19 pandemic has done little to quell the long-term British love for Spain. In fact, the […]

Construction With Britain, and many other parts of the world, currently undergoing the worst months of the Covid-19 pandemic, some have called for tighter restrictions and lockdowns – questioning whether things like construction work is indeed essential. The view from Spain This is not just an issue of debate in the UK – the same […]

Buy home in Spain There has been marked a 40 per cent increase, during the first week of January, in the number of the United Kingdom’s citizens interested to buy a second home in Spain. Taylor Wimpey Espana – a real estate company, has revealed that a total of 39 per cent increase has been […]

Spain residency rules While Brexit may now be well and truly done, British citizens residing in Spain who have yet to complete the necessary paperwork surrounding residency have been given a lifeline by the Spanish authorities.Those who can prove they lived in Spain prior to December 31 2020 can still apply for residency there, the […]

Interst Spanish homes Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España is reporting this week interest in Spanish second homes continues to grow by the British during the COVID-19 pandemic. UK visitors to the company’s website increased by 39% during the first week of 2021, when compared to the first week of 2020. Interest from other European […]

  UK-based visitors to Taylor Wimpey España website up 39% in first week of January Demand ranging from key-ready homes to brand new off-plan launches Would-be buyers using virtual tours to view their dream homes during lockdown Interest in Spanish second homes continues to grow, as British families while away the lockdown hours perusing their […]

Demand for second homes in Spain soars by nearly 40% in first week of January as Britons in lockdown eye up place in the sun despite Brexit Taylor Wimpey Espana saw demand for properties increase at the start of year Interest in properties rose by 39 per cent during the first week of January    Brexit […]

Spanish second homes: Rising enquiries signal renewed confidence as dust settles on Brexit deal Taylor Wimpey España reports 30% increase in leads 2021 likely to see release of pent-up demand for second homes Growth in home working leading to different ways of using holiday properties As the dust settles on the UK’s last minute Brexit deal […]