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The property transfer tax (known as ITP) is one of the most common taxes in the sale of second-hand homes. Although most transactions involve the payment of the property transfer tax, there are several cases in which a person may be exempt from paying the ITP. In this post we explain what the property transfer…
When talking about home swapping, doubts often arise: is it legal? Can it be done with a mortgage? How should you proceed? This mechanism, less common, but fully in force, can be a very interesting option for people who want to change homes without going through the traditional buying and selling process. In this post…
The demand for affordable housing has been increasing in recent years. Faced with this reality, public administrations offer solutions such as social housing, aimed especially at groups with lower incomes or situations of vulnerability. In this post, we explain how to apply for social housing and what requirements must be met to access it with…
Usufruct is a common legal figure in situations such as inheritances or donations, and it can generate certain doubts if its implications are not well known. In this post, we explain what it means to be a usufructuary of a home, what your rights and obligations are, and how to manage it correctly. What Does…
If you are thinking of buying or selling a property, you have probably heard of the simple note from the Land Registry. This document may seem technical, but it is essential to have a clear view of the legal situation of a home. In this post we explain what a simple note is, how to…
When you reach the end of your mortgage payment or decide to sell your home ahead of time, a very common question may arise: how much does it cost to cancel a mortgage? Canceling it does not always mean that it automatically disappears from the Land Registry, and this procedure may have a cost that…