Thinking of buying a property in Spain to use as a holiday rental or investment?

Recent April 2025 legal changes could affect your plans and you might not even know it yet.

In this episode, Sandra sits down with expert property lawyer Patricia Ruiz from My Lawyer in Spain to unpack what every international buyer needs to know before signing on the dotted line. From short-term rental restrictions, tourist licence traps, to community rules- this episode is a must-listen if you're thinking about buying in Benalmádena or anywhere along the Costa del Sol.

You’ll also hear Patricia’s top legal tips for anyone feeling confused about the latest legislation including what to ask, check, and clarify before you buy.

This episode gives you the legal insights most estate agents won’t tell you upfront

You will learn:

• The real differences between short-term and long-term rentals in Spain
  
  
• What the April 2025 legislation means for holiday lets
  
  
• What to do if your community doesn’t allow tourist licences
  
  
• The legal checks every investor should do before buying
  
  
• What to consider if your short-term rental plans get blocked
  
  
• Patricia’s expert advice for buyers who feel uncertain or overwhelmed by recent law changes
  
  

Guest: Patricia Ruiz

Patricia is a respected lawyer with My Lawyer in Spain, working with international clients to navigate the legal side of Spanish property purchases. With deep experience in urban planning, title checks, and usage rights, Patricia helps ensure her clients' plans don’t fall apart post-purchase.

Visit MyLawyerinSpain.com

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