Why legal guidance is essential
Buying property in Spain works differently than in the Netherlands. There is no notarial protection as you may be used to, contracts are drafted differently, and due diligence is entirely the buyer's responsibility. Without legal guidance, you risk hidden debts, illegal renovations or cadastral errors.
With Costa Assist, you have an experienced team that checks every aspect of the purchase — from the first contract to registration in the property registry.
What we arrange for you
Complete legal and practical purchase guidance — from first check to key handover.
Legal advice and guidance
Personal legal guidance throughout the entire purchase process by a specialized lawyer.
Ownership and legal status check
Verification of ownership rights, mortgages, liens and legal encumbrances via the Property Registry.
Drafting and reviewing contracts
Review or drafting of the reservation contract, deposit contract and the notarial deed (escritura).
Tax and fixed cost review
Insight into IBI, community fees (comunidad), waste tax and outstanding debts on the property.
New-build property review
For new builds: review of the building permit, bank guarantee, delivery conditions and warranties.
Legal and structural investigation
Due diligence on zoning plan, illegal extensions, cadastral data and municipal regulations.
Mediation and communication
We communicate on your behalf with agents, sellers, banks and government institutions — in Spanish.
Documentation and problem-solving
Resolution of missing documents, cadastral discrepancies or legal complications before the transfer.
Structural survey (optional)
We arrange an independent surveyor for a technical inspection of the property.
Guidance at the notary
We attend the notarial transfer and check that everything is correctly recorded.
Property registry registration
After the transfer, we register the property in the Property Registry in your name.
Utility transfers
Water, electricity, gas and internet transferred to your name after purchase.