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Best areas to live in Spain in 2026: a practical guide by profile (families, retirees, digital nomads)

I spend my weeks helping international buyers choose not just a property, but a place that truly fits their life. Below is the framework I use with clients—clear criteria, honest trade-offs, and real-world examples from the Mediterranean coast to the greener north. 1) How to choose: the 7 criteria that matter (cost, climate, schools, healthcare,…

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Pure South - 2bed apartment for sale - Manilva

Málaga city freezes new tourist rental licences for three years (what it means and what you can do instead)

I work with owners and buyers around the western Costa del Sol every week. Since summer 2025, a lot of conversations start with the same question: “Can I still get a tourist licence in Málaga city?” Here’s the clear answer and your practical alternatives. 1) What exactly is frozen (and until when) Málaga has suspended…

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Pure South - 2bed apartment for sale - Manilva

Spain tourist flats law 2025–2026: a clear, no-nonsense guide to register your home and avoid fines (Costa del Sol)

1) What really changed in 2025 (and why it matters even if you already hold a regional licence) Spain created a national one-stop system for short-term and seasonal lets called the Ventanilla Única Digital de Arrendamientos (VUDA). It sits on Royal Decree 1312/2024 (23 December 2024) and the EU’s Regulation (EU) 2024/1028, and it introduces…

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