Expat

Americans buying property in Costa del Sol as an American do not need Spanish residency to purchase: they can buy as non-residents with an NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero) and a Spanish bank account. The main additional steps compared to a Spanish or European Union buyer are currency transfer planning, understanding US tax reporting (FATCA/FBAR if you hold Spanish bank accounts later), and,...

Malaga has definitively established itself as one of Europe's most influential international hubs. It's no longer just a top-tier tourist destination thanks to its more than 320 days of sunshine a year and its Mediterranean beaches; the capital of the Costa del Sol and its surrounding municipalities have evolved into a dynamic technological, cultural, and financial ecosystem that attracts digital nomads,...