In this special Episode 100th of The Costa Property Podcast, we celebrate a major milestone and share what’s coming next for the show. 

The podcast began as a simple way to help buyers feel calmer and more informed when buying or relocating to the Costa del Sol, cutting through information overload, rumours, and misleading headlines.

In this episode, we reflect on what we’ve learned after 100 episodes, why buyers now arrive more prepared after listening, and what we have up our sleeve next for the show!

Are we pausing? Are we pivoting? Are we expanding?

Press play to hear all revealed!

What you’ll hear  ⬇️

✔️Why we started the podcast and what we saw buyers struggling with most

✔️What’s changed after 100 episodes 

✔️Why we’re doubling down on YouTube

✔️How we cut through rumours/headlines with insight from the ground for our listeners

✔️What’s coming next for the show in 2026

Resources:

📘 Download our Buyer’s Guide (costs, legal checks, timelines & more):
 https://wlcostaproperties.net/our-comprehensive-digital-course/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=buyers_roadmap

📩 Email our team: [email protected]

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📍 Visit our office:
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 Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

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#1 A Big Dream: Our Journey To Spain And Our Biggest Piece Of Advice When Buying Property On The Costa Del Sol In 2024

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In this episode, Warner sits down with our client Lee, a Costa del Sol homeowner who recently sold his property with WL Costa Properties in El Pinillo (Benalmádena/Torremolinos area) and made a big lifestyle move to El Faro. 

Lee shares what surprised him most about the process, what mattered when choosing an agent, and the behind-the-scenes details that helped sell his home fast.

This episode is an insight into the real reason why over 750 happy sellers have chosen to list their properties exclusively with WL Costa Properties since we opened our doors in 2017.

What you’ll hear:

• Lee’s journey from the UK to Spain in 1997 
• Why Lee decided to sell his property in El Pinillo
• What Lee looked for when choosing an agent and why WL Costa was #1 on the list
• The marketing essentials that actually moved the needle on his property sale
• Why pricing correctly from day one matters (and what happens when listings are overpriced) 
• How WL Costa Properties ensured his property viewings were serious buyers
• Lee’s biggest piece of advice for sellers when choosing an agent on the Costa Del Sol

🏠Ready to Sell Your Costa Del Sol Home?

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https://wlcostaproperties.net/sellers/

Resources:

📘 Download our Seller’s Guide with our 7 steps to a successful sale: https://wlcostaproperties.net/sellers-guide/ 

📩 Email our team: [email protected]

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 Avenida Bonanza Local 21, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, Málaga
 Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

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#69 4 Golden Rules for Selling Your Property Successfully on the Costa del Sol

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If you’re thinking about buying a property on the Costa del Sol in 2026 and you’re asking, “Will prices keep going up or should we wait?”, this is the conversation you need to hear.

Sandra and Warner of WL Costa Properties answer the big 2026 questions international buyers are asking, and Warner gives his straight answers based on notary data from Benalmádena and 20 years real estate experience on the Costa del Sol.

What you’ll learn:

• Will prices rise again in 2026? Warner explains the actual figures
• Why “price drops” on Idealista and property portals actually mean for buyers
• Can you still negotiate a bargain in the current market?
• The 100% tax headlines & tourist licence predictions for 2026
• Why international buyers will continue to flock to the Costa Del Sol in 2026
• Why the Costa Del Sol is a safe location for families 
• The “Perfect” vs “potential” property and what that means for buyers

Book a complimentary consultation with WL Costa Properties:

https://calendly.com/wlcostaproperties/property-consultation?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=consult_call

Resources:

📘 Download our Buyer’s Guide (costs, legal checks, timelines & more):
 https://wlcostaproperties.net/our-comprehensive-digital-course/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=buyers_roadmap

📩 Email our team: [email protected]

📱 Call / WhatsApp: +34 602 42 89 28

📍 Visit our office:
 Avenida Bonanza Local 21, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, Málaga
 Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

Want to simply keep in the loop about life in Spain?

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#94 Q4 2025 Costa del Sol Property Market EXPLAINED [ What 2026 Buyers Need to Know ]

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Has Marbella always been top of your Costa del Sol wishlist?

In this episode, we break down why Benalmádena has gone from underrated to in-demand  and why more and more serious buyers are choosing Benalmádena

After almost a decade living and working here, we share what we’ve seen buyers get right about the Costa Del Sol in 2026 and where expectations still need a serious reset.

You’ll learn:

• Why Benalmádena has gone from “underrated” to “in demand” with families, investors, relocators, remote workers and retirees
• How the lifestyle really compares: Benalmádena vs Marbella, beyond the glossy headlines
• Why the train line, airport access and walkability are game-changers for both living and investing
• The key differences between Benalmadena Costa, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena Pueblo and El Higuerón.
• What’s actually happening with prices in 2026, and why holding out for a “better moment” can end up costing you more
• A real price example from 2017 to today, and what it tells us about waiting vs acting

For anyone seriously considering buying property in Spain, especially on the Costa del Sol, this conversation will help you decide whether Benalmádena or Marbella fits your goals, your budget and your lifestyle best.

Book a complimentary consultation with WL Costa Properties:

https://calendly.com/wlcostaproperties/property-consultation?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=consult_call

Resources:

📘 Download our Buyer’s Guide (costs, legal checks, timelines & more):
 https://wlcostaproperties.net/our-comprehensive-digital-course/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=buyers_roadmap

📩 Email our team: [email protected]

📱 Call / WhatsApp: +34 602 42 89 28

📍 Visit our office:

Avenida Bonanza Local 21, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, Málaga
Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

Want to simply keep in the loop about life in Spain?

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#70 Leaving Málaga for Benalmádena After 10 Years - What Surprised Me Most (with Hanni Martini)

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Thinking about moving to Spain on the non-lucrative visa (NLV)?

In this episode, Sandra sits down with WL Costa Properties client Vicki Owen, who has just completed the full UK → Spain NLV process while juggling a wedding, a house sale and a relocation to Benalmádena on the Costa del Sol.

She walks us through the paperwork, the costs, the three-month wait with no passport, and the emotional side of surrendering to a process you can’t control, plus why despite everything, she’d still do it again.

You’ll learn:

• Who the Spain non-lucrative visa really suits and why it was Vicki’s only viable route.
• How long the process actually took from first documents to visa approval.
• The real upfront costs: private healthcare, legal help, translations, apostilles and more.
• How a Spanish lawyer helped navigate BLS requests and consulate curveballs.
• Why Vicki and her husband chose Benalmádena for long-term life on the Costa del Sol.
  
  

For serious relocators and buyers, this is a real life look at what it takes to secure Spanish residency, plan your move and position yourself to buy property confidently on the Costa del Sol.

Book a complimentary consultation with WL Costa Properties:

https://calendly.com/wlcostaproperties/property-consultation?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=consult_call

Resources:

📘 Download our Buyer’s Guide (costs, legal checks, timelines & more):
 https://wlcostaproperties.net/our-comprehensive-digital-course/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=buyers_roadmap

📩 Email our team: [email protected]

📱 Call / WhatsApp: +34 602 42 89 28

📍 Visit our office:
 Avenida Bonanza Local 21, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, Málaga
 Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

Want to simply keep in the loop about life in Spain?

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#78 Brexit, Visas & Red Tape: Is It Still Easy for Brits to Relocate to Spain?

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What actually happens when you stop dreaming about Spain and finally get on the plane?

In this episode, Our client & Dublin entrepreneur and wellness practitioner Gracie Mahady shares her first four weeks living in Málaga on the Costa del Sol , renting in a Spanish neighbourhood, building community and slowly moving her yoga and reflexology business from Ireland to Spain.

You’ll hear:

• Why renting first can save you costly mistakes when you eventually buy in Spain
• Adapting to Spanish culture, language and lifestyle in those first few weeks
• How to make friends fast and find genuinely supportive communities in Málaga
• What it’s like to start from scratch professionally (with humility and hustle)
• Safety as a solo woman living in Spain and using your instincts wisely
• Bringing a wellness business to the Costa del Sol (yoga, meditation, reflexology)
• Practical tips for learning Spanish and networking so life and business feel easier

If you can see yourself in Gracie’s story, this is a real-life look at what it’s really like to take the first step towards buying property in Spain by renting and testing areas first.

👉 Ready to explore whether a move ( and eventually a purchase ) on the Costa del Sol is right for you?

Book a complimentary consultation with WL Costa Properties:

https://calendly.com/wlcostaproperties/property-consultation?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=consult_call

Resources:

📘 Download our Buyer’s Guide (costs, legal checks, timelines & more):
 https://wlcostaproperties.net/our-comprehensive-digital-course/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=buyers_roadmap

📩 Email our team: [email protected]

📱 Call / WhatsApp: +34 602 42 89 28

📍 Visit our office:
 Avenida Bonanza Local 21, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, Málaga
 Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

Want to simply keep in the loop about life in Spain?

• If you want honest, expert advice about family life, relocating or property on the Costa del Sol, be sure to Follow us on Instagram or visit WL Costa Properties for insights on life in Spain.

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#51 Home on the Costa: How 2 Women Made Spain Their Dream Life (And How You Can Too)

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In this episode of The Costa Property Podcast, Warner sits down with Lynsey and Jacqueline to unpack what really happened in the 2025 Costa del Sol property market – in Q4 and what it means if you’re planning to buy in 2026. 

From serious international buyers (UK, Ireland, Europe, US, Canada) to low supply, “Wild West” listings and the rise of non-lucrative visa moves, this is an insider briefing for anyone serious about buying in Spain.

You’ll learn:

• How Q4 of 2025 really played out: enquiries, viewings and offers
• Buyer behaviour and what surprised us the most about international demand
• How we prepare buyers months before they land
• Real client stories: the Denver couple who hated their first area, the California buyer purchasing a new build remotely, and UK clients using the non-lucrative visa to move to Spain
• The reality of portals, overpricing and photoshopped listings
• Why listings and infrastructure are such an advantage for 2026 buyers

If you’re planning to relocate to the Costa del Sol or buy a lifestyle or investment property in 2026, understanding how buyers behaved in 2025 will help you avoid costly mistakes, set realistic expectations and choose the right partners on the ground.

Ready to talk about your own move?

Book a complimentary consultation with WL Costa Properties and get tailored guidance for you.

 📞 Book a complimentary property consultation:
 https://calendly.com/wlcostaproperties/property-consultation?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=consult_call

📘 Download our Buyer’s Guide (costs, legal checks, timelines & more):
 https://wlcostaproperties.net/our-comprehensive-digital-course/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=buyers_roadmap

📩 Email our team: [email protected]

📱 Call / WhatsApp: +34 602 42 89 28

📍 Visit our office:
 Avenida Bonanza Local 21, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, Málaga
 Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

Want to simply keep in the loop about life in Spain?

• If you want honest, expert advice about family life, relocating or property on the Costa del Sol, be sure to Follow us on Instagram or visit WL Costa Properties for insights on life in Spain.

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#89 Buying Property in Spain? Here’s EXACTLY How to Protect Your Budget from Exchange Rate Movements

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When most people picture the Costa del Sol, they picture beach bars, sangria, happy hours and pubs. But what if you’re sober, sober-curious, or you just don’t want your whole social life to revolve around alcohol, can you still move to Spain and enjoy it?

In this episode, Sandra talks with Emma and Louise, co-founders of Sober Socials, a growing community on the Costa del Sol for people who want connection, fun and belonging without alcohol. 

You’ll hear:

• How Louise went from fully embracing the Costa del Sol “happy hour” stereotype to pausing drinking in 2019 and why that change still feels right years later
• Emma’s route from the UK to Australia, Costa Rica and finally Benalmádena – and how her view of Spain completely shifted once she lived here
• Why hot weather, “holiday mode” and expat culture can build habitual drinking habits and how to create new rituals instead
• Practical tips for January resets, nights out, handling “just have one” pressure and creating a simple “game plan” before you go out
• What actually happens at Sober Socials events (Mocktail & Mingle evenings, charity walks, meetups) and how to join whether you’re already on the Costa del Sol or still planning your move
  
  

If you’re thinking about moving to the Costa del Sol and you’ve also promised yourself you’ll drink less, take a break or just live a little differently, this conversation is a reassuring look at how you can do both.

Connect with Sober Socials
Website: https://sobersocial.es

 Work with WL Costa Properties:
📞 Book a complimentary property consultation:
 https://calendly.com/wlcostaproperties/property-consultation?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=consult_call

📘 Download our Buyer’s Guide (costs, legal checks, timelines & more):
 https://wlcostaproperties.net/our-comprehensive-digital-course/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=buyers_roadmap

📩 Email our team: [email protected]

📱 Call / WhatsApp: +34 602 42 89 28

📍 Visit our office:
 Avenida Bonanza Local 21, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, Málaga
 Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

Want to simply keep in the loop about life in Spain?

• If you want honest, expert advice about family life, relocating or property on the Costa del Sol, be sure to Follow us on Instagram or visit WL Costa Properties for insights on life in Spain.

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• #52 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Moving Abroad: Overcoming Fear & Finding Community with Florence Reisch

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Ready to buy in Spain without even stepping inside? In this episode, Lynette and Damien share how they found, secured, and fell in love with their dream home in Benalmadena on the Costa del Sol, Spain.

From years of visiting the area to building trust with our team, they walk through the exact steps that made a fast, confident purchase possible.

In this real-life buying property in Spain story, you’ll see how much of the process actually happens before you view a home: reaching out early, using free resources, getting clear on non-negotiables and having the right legal support in place from day one.

What you’ll learn:

• How Lynette and Damien held onto their dream of moving to the Costa del Sol and why they chose Benalmádena
  
  
• What made them reach out after following WL Costa Properties for over six months
  
  
• How a free resource and preparing early made their Spain property search smoother
  
  
• What happened the moment a property came onto the market that felt “made for them”
  
  
• The truth behind why they felt confident enough to place an offer before even stepping inside
  
  
• The emotions of finally walking into their new Benalmádena apartment knowing it was already theirs
  
  
• Lynette’s biggest piece of advice for anyone dreaming of buying property on the Costa del Sol
  
  

If you’re researching Costa del Sol property, planning a move to Spain, or looking for a real client story about buying a home in Benalmádena, this episode will give you a clear, grounded picture of what the process can look like with the right support.

 Work with WL Costa Properties:
📞 Book a complimentary property consultation:
 https://calendly.com/wlcostaproperties/property-consultation?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=consult_call

📘 Download our Buyer’s Guide (costs, legal checks, timelines & more):
 https://wlcostaproperties.net/our-comprehensive-digital-course/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=buyers_roadmap

📩 Email our team: [email protected]

📱 Call / WhatsApp: +34 602 42 89 28

📍 Visit our office:

 Avenida Bonanza Local 21, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, Málaga
 Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

Want to simply keep in the loop about life in Spain?

• If you want honest, expert advice about family life, relocating or property on the Costa del Sol, be sure to Follow us on Instagram or visit WL Costa Properties for insights on life in Spain.

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• #85 How One Couple Turned Their Holiday Home into a New Life in Spain

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This week we’re taking a little detour from property into one of the real joys of life in Spain: wine.

Sandra is joined by Linda from Winederlust Málaga, a wine and food expert from Manchester with over 20 years’ experience in hospitality, now based in Málaga.

Together they bust 10 of the biggest myths about wine, from dark rosé and “breakfast cava” to Sherry, screw caps, natural wines and that mysterious dip in the bottom of the bottle.

If you’re thinking about moving to the Costa del Sol, this is the kind of everyday culture that helps you feel like you live here – not like a tourist.

You’ll learn:

• Why darker rosé doesn’t automatically mean sweet or poor quality
• Why Sherry is not just for your granny, and how to serve it so it actually tastes amazing
• How “room temperature” red wine doesn’t make sense in southern Spain – and when it’s smart to chill your reds
• When screw caps and boxed wines can be a quality choice for young, fresh Spanish wines
• What the “ABC club” (Anything But Chardonnay) is
• Why checking the “legs” or “tears” in your glass tells you more about alcohol and temperature than quality
• The real difference between organic, natural and mass-produced wine
• Linda’s favourite wine areas around Málaga and Ronda, plus the Wine Trails that take you through the most authentic local bars

About our guest – Linda, Winederlust Málaga

Linda is the founder of Winederlust Málaga and a certified Sherry specialist. After two decades working in bars and restaurants in the UK, she moved to Spain, fell in love with Sherry and Andalusian wines, and now helps visitors discover the very best of Málaga’s food and wine scene.

She runs:

• Public wine tastings in Málaga
• Private tastings in clients’ homes
• Her much-loved Wine Trails, curated walks through Málaga’s most authentic bars, pairing standout Spanish wines with local dishes
  
  

You can find her on Instagram at @winederlustmalaga.

👉 Ready to talk about your move or your next property step in Spain?

 Book a complimentary consultation with WL Costa Properties:
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• # 67 Live Like a Local: Spanish Food, Culture & Real Costa del Sol Life with Hanni Martini

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