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The private document of Acceptance of Inheritance in Spain

Welex, law and accountant firm in Spain, will explain in detail information about the private document of acceptance of inheritance in Spain.

An inheritance in Spain can be accepted tacitly, through the performance of acts that imply an unequivocal will to become an heir.

It can also be accepted expressly, through the signing of a public document (Spanish Deed of Distribution and Acceptance of Inheritance) before a notary, or the signing of a private document.

The private document of Acceptance of Inheritance in Spain

Below, one of our professionals at Welex, leading law firm in Spain explains how to accept an inheritance by means of a private document, also known as a private request.

This is a document drafted by a manager, advisor or lawyer, whose content is similar to the deed that would be signed before a notary, without the need for a notary to intervene.

The private document of acceptance of Inheritance in Spain must contain at least:

  1. Details of the deceased and date of death
  2. Details of the will or declaration of heirs.
  3. Details of those interested in the inheritance, as well as their relationship with the deceased.
  4. An inventory must be drawn up of all the assets that the deceased had at the time of death, as well as a valuation of these.
  5. The distribution of the assets among the heirs must be made, following the instructions set out in the will.
  6. It must be signed by all the heirs, thus showing their agreement.

For this document to be valid, effective and legal in Spain, it must be accompanied by the following documents:

– Death certificate.

– Certificate of last will and testament.

– Will or, if applicable, Declaration of heirs.

– To accredit the family relationship, family record book.

– Bank certificates, to accredit the accounts and the amounts held at the time of death.

– To accredit the real estate, deeds of sale or simple notes of the same.

In short, documentation must be provided for all the assets included in the inventory in Spain.

However, if what is desired is the registration in the Land Registry of the assets in the name of the Heir in Spain, the only documents that the Registry accepts are public notarial deeds, so that, for this, the inheritance must be accepted before a notary, not being valid the private request, with only one exception, when it is a single heir.

In the latter case, when there is only one heir, the law allows the private document where the inheritance is accepted to have access to the Land Registry, and the ownership of the assets can be changed, without the need for a deed signed before a notary in Spain.

In order to do this, it will be necessary for a notary to legitimize the signature of the heir, thus attesting that the signature contained in the private document belongs to the heir.

 

If you have any queries about the private document of acceptance of inheritance in Spain, or about any accounting or tax issues, please do not hesitate to contact our offices, we will be happy to advise you.

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Donations from non-residents in Andalusia, Spain

At Welex, law and accountant firm in Marbella, we are pleased to explain a topic of great relevance to non-residents in Andalucía, Spain: donations. As experts in this area, we know the importance of understanding the legal and fiscal aspects involved in donations from non-residents in Spain.

Our aim is to provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions and ensure that your donations are made in accordance with current legislation in Spain. Rely on our knowledge and experience in the field of non-resident donations in Andalucía, Spain, as we guide you through this important legal process.

 

 

In the event that you are the owner of a property in Andalusia, Spain, and you are considering the possibility of donating it to a relative, we would like to inform you about the following aspects of the donation that may be of interest to you.

We assume that you are not resident in Spain for tax purposes, therefore you are obliged to appoint a person who is resident in Spain to be your representative in front of the Spanish Tax Office in relation to inheritance and gift tax in Spain.

Inheritance and gift tax are applicable throughout Spain and in the case of the acquisition of real estate located in Spain, the non-resident in Spain who receives the gift has the option to choose between the application of the state tax regulations or the regulations of Andalusia, Spain, in our case.

In the Autonomous Community of Andalusia, Spain, there is a 99% tax rebate for certain family members receiving the donation, which would be the following:

 

– Family members considered as Group I: Descendants, natural or adopted, under 21 years of age.

 

– Family members included in Group II: Descendants and adoptive descendants aged 21 or over. Spouses, ascendants or adoptive parents of any age.

Another factor to take into account when calculating inheritance and gift tax is the compulsory application of a multiplier coefficient for the different groups of family members. In the aforementioned cases of Groups I and II, the multiplier coefficient is 1.0.  In the case of relatives included in Group III (2nd and 3rd degree collateral relatives by blood or affinity, ascendants or descendants by affinity) the coefficient would be 1.5 and in Group IV (more distant degrees of kinship and strangers) 1.9.

 

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If you need advice on donations from non-residents in Andalusia, Spain, do not hesitate to contact Welex, law and accountant firm in Marbella. We are here to assist you through the whole Spanish legal and tax process.

 

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Holiday Homes in Andalusia, Spain

Welex, our leading firm of lawyers and accountants in Marbella, is pleased to detail in this blog information and tax advice on holiday homes in Andalucía, Spain.

Our geography in Spain offers one of the best destinations for sun-seeking travelers among others, so it is not surprising that many see the south of Spain as an opportunity to start their own tourist accommodation business.

In order to assist you in the process of setting up your holiday rental in Andalusia, Spain, we have put together this short guide explaining the differences between flats and holiday homes in Andalusia, Spain.

 

 

In Andalusia, Spain, according to the legislation, there are different types of tourist accommodation depending on their uses and characteristics. We are going to focus on tourist accommodation in Andalusia, Spain.

 

Tourist flat in Andalusia, Spain:

The Junta de Andalucía defines the concept of tourist flat in Decree 194/2010 as a “set of accommodation units […] intended to provide tourist accommodation services, which have adequate furniture and facilities for the conservation, preparation and consumption of food and beverages, and which are subject to exploitation in common by the same owner”.

Tourist flats in Andalusia, Spain, are considered as tourist accommodation establishments that can provide tourist services complementary to accommodation.

 

Homes for tourist purposes in Andalusia, Spain:

In Decree 28/2016 it is defined as “properties located on land for residential use, in which an accommodation service is offered for a price, on a regular basis and for tourist purposes.

The homes for tourist purposes in Andalusia, Spain, according to the regulation will be advertised in tourist offer channels: national rental platforms, tourist service companies, travel agencies, among others.

The number of places is limited to 15 places if rented as a whole, 6 places if rented in rooms, and in no case may there be more than 4 beds per room, with a maximum rental contract period of 60 days.

 

The regulations are made up of a wide range of laws and regulations, the main one being the Andalusian Tourism Law 13/2011, which regulates all tourist activities in Andalusia, Spain. And you will be able to see in detail the requirements that must be met in terms of equipment, accreditation of ownership, occupancy license, complaint forms, etc.

How is income taxed in Spain?

Non-resident taxpayer in Spain:

On a property for tourist purposes in Andalusia, Spain, the income is taxed as income from real estate capital as it is income derived from the letting of real estate. If the owner of the property is resident in another Member State of the European Union, in Iceland or Norway, he will be taxed at a rate of 24% on the income he obtains and will be able to deduct the expenses he incurs in connection with the rental. In addition, you will be taxed at a reduced rate of 19%.

If your accommodation is a tourist flat, the income obtained will have to be declared as income from economic activities.

As a taxpayer in Spain, you will be obliged to file a quarterly tax return (form 210) for the income you receive every quarter and an annual tax return.

 

What income must be declared and what expenses are deductible in Spain?

The total income obtained from the short-term rental of your tourist accommodation and the following expenses that are directly related to the rental of the accommodation, i.e. those that correspond to the time during which the accommodation has been rented, are not included in the long term rentals

 

Practical example:

If you rent a property for tourist purposes in Andalusia, Spain, during the summer months, you cannot deduct the expenses for the whole year, they must be prorated based on the months it has been rented.

To conclude, if you are interested in investing in holiday homes in Andalucía, Spain, you have come to the right place. At Welex, our leading firm of lawyers and accountants in Marbella, Andalucía, we are committed to providing you with the advice and support you need to make the most of this opportunity.

We have a team of highly qualified experts who are fully conversant with the laws and regulations in force in Spain. Whether you need assistance in obtaining the necessary permits and licenses, the fiscal and financial management of your property, or the resolution of any legal disputes in Spain, our firm is here to help you every step of the way. Don’t hesitate to contact us for a personalized consultation and find out how we can facilitate your plans in the exciting world of holiday homes in Andalucía.

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Conveyancing fees in Spain: principal areas to consider

Conveyancing in Spain is considered as a transfer of the legal title of a property in Spain from one person to another.

A typical conveyancing transaction in Spain includes two vital indicators: the transfer of contracts and the completion, whereby the legal title passes.

The system of conveyancing in Spain is constructed to safeguard that of the buyer.

 

Conveyancing fees in Spain, outlines the total payment made to a professional property lawyer in Spain exchange for advice or services.

 

 Conveyancing fees in Spain are dependent on whether you employ a foreign or Spanish lawyer and on the sale price of the property. Supplementary examples of conveyancing fees in Spain are associated with the taxes and legal fees relating to the sale and purchase of the property.  The taxes and disbursements on selling a property in Spain be in the range of 10-13% of the sale price, in total.

 

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Conveyancing in Spain: 7 tips

Conveyancing in Spain

A typical conveyancing transaction includes two vital landmarks: the exchange of contracts and the completion, whereby the legal Title Deed passes.  In addition, the system of conveyancing is generally constructed to ensure that the buyer secures title to the land together with all the rights that govern the land and is advised of any limitations in advance of the purchase.  Moreover, the cost of conveyancing is dependent on whether you employ a foreign or Spanish lawyer.

Legal firms in Spain should further offer all relevant and additional legal information on real estate transactions and acquisitions of properties for residential or business use, payment of  taxes for the registration and transaction of the Land Registry and numerous other services related to real estate such as:

  1. Declaration of new building title deeds
  2. Rentals
  3. Establishment and cancellation of mortgages
  4. Securities
  5. Exchange

All conveyancing matters ascertain that clients are informed and advised on corresponding taxes and costs in the purchase or sale of a property.

 

Conveyancing matters should include:

Obtaining and aiding in all necessary documentation on the property.

Carrying out corresponding searches on the property at the Land Registry, in order to confirm ownership.

Ensuring that all properties are up to date in all its payments.

Liaising with corresponding experts to ensure that the property meets with all therequirements of the Local Zoning Regulations.

Studying and advising on company tax or capital gain tax arising on the sale of the property.

Compiling and issuing a comprehensive report on the property to inform the client on various issues related to the property.

Drawing up contractual agreements between the parties for the sale or acquisition of the property.

Drawing up the Purchase Sale Title Deed to be granted at the notary’s office as well as preparing the completion of the transaction.

 

Collection of the Purchase Sale Title Deed and presenting the deed at the tax office as well as the Land Registry.

Producing a comprehensive and final statement of the account funds received and payments made.

Sending the Purchase Sale Title Deed; duly registered with the corresponding originals of all the tax bills and our certificate on title, to the client.

 

Tips for the sale of your property

  1. A multilingual conveyance lawyer in Spain is recommended in order to obtain the certificate from the Land Registry in Spain, to verify that the property is duly registered in your name.
  1. Review that the payments of IBI (RATES) are up to date and whether there is any debt related to the Spanish property.
  1. Our Spanish conveyance law firm, also recommend to check whether you are holding a copy of the License of first occupation and whether the property has been built in accordance with the planning regulations in the area.
  1. Additionally, we also recommend that you obtain an estimate of the payment of the Plusvalis Tax in order to account for all future costs arising in the sale.
  1. Additionally it is advised that our clients obtain and indicate the capital gains tax arisen.
  2. Clients, need also to obtain the Energy
  3. Finally, if your are a non-resident in Spain, we advise you to present the corresponding non-resident income tax declarations.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

 

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Conveyancing in Spain: what to check

Conveyancing in Spain holds some differences when compared to conveyancing all

over the world.

These differences include that the drawing up of the initial deed and the

witnessing of the signatures can only be accomplished by a public notary.

A notary represents the government by fortifying that state taxes are paid on the completion of a sale.

The use of a notary in conveyancing in Spain ensures the following checks are executed.

 

  1. Verifying that a property belongs to the vendor or that he or she has the legal authority to sell it.
  1. Ensuring there are no tenants in the aforementioned property.
  2. Checking that there are no preemptive rights over the property and that any of construction will not adversely affect the value of the environment.
  3. Making sure that the boundaries and measurements of the deed are accurate.
  4. Ensuring that the planning or building permits are in legal order.
  5. If a building is located on a beach-front, you should check that it was approved by the coastal authorities.
  6. A newly completed building must also have a certificate to which certifying the completion of work in accordance with the building plans and a license for the first occupation.
  7. Obtaining the registration number of the property and an extract of the property number.
  8. Obtaining a certificate of no debts from the town hall.

 

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5 Stages of the Conveyancing Process in Spain

Conveyancing services in Spain involves legally transferring home ownership from the seller to the buyer.

The conveyancing process in Spain begins when your offer on a house is accepted and  finishes when you receive the keys. Moreover, the conveyancing process in

Spain comprises of all the legal stages and processes when buying property in Spain.

Stage 1

Stage 1 of the conveyancing process in Spain comprises of searching for a Spanish home to which you will need a copy of the Nota Simple. The Nota Simple describes what you are buying, the charges and encumbrances for which the property is accountable. An annual IBI (Council tax costs) and level of community charges where applicable should be made to recognize ongoing expenses. Thereafter, it is recommended to appoint a Spanish lawyer who can ensure that fundamental legal procedures have been met.

Stage 2

Stage 2 of the conveyancing process in Spain includes signing a reservation contract and paying a reservation fee. A reservation contract will assure the Spanish property is removed from active marketing. However, prior to signing a reservation contract and paying over monies it is advised to have taken counsel from a legal representative.

Stage 3

Stage 3 of the conveyancing process in Spain describes the Private Purchase Contracts. It is standard procedure at this point for a 10% deposit to be transferred to the seller. The point the contract is signed the buyer becomes legally accountable to fulfill the payment of the property. The seller is now legally obligated to sell the property at the consensual price.

The conveyancing process in Spain undertakes the possibility to write into a purchase contract certain “get out” clauses. However if one of the clauses finally needs to be acted upon, the buyer may have to take legal action. In addition, the purchase contract also describes what expenses and what fixtures form part of the sale of the property. Prior to signing the Private Purchase Contract, the purchaser should have concluded who exactly will be buying the property.

Stage 4

Stage 4 of the conveyancing process in Spain comprises of the completion of a property purchase in Spain and  is undertaken in the offices of Notaria Publica. All parties connected to the completion in Spain must be in attendance. The aforementioned parties may include any bank personnel for redemption of a current loan or new mortgage, the seller and the buyer and their corresponding legal representatives.

Stage 5

Stage 5 of the conveyancing process in Spain entails that a copy of the deeds is given to the buyer or their legal representative. The originals are delivered to the Land Registry to be examined and recorded. The registration process can take up to three months. After the registration process has been completed, the original deeds and all invoices relating to the transaction will become obtainable.

 

Do not hesitate to contact our conveyancing law firm in Marbella, for all your legal enquires in Spain.

 

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Bye Bye to the Licence of first occupancy in Spain?

 

Spanish Decree-Law 2/2020 of March 9, on the improvement and simplification of regulations for the promotion of productive activity in Andalusia, has introduced a series of measures for Andalusia that aim to reduce administrative procedures in certain economic and productive sectors, in order to speed up access to productive activity for entrepreneurs and business people, simplifying procedures and reducing unjustified or disproportionate administrative requirements.

 

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By Welex, your multilingual conveyancing law firm in Spain.

 

Read here more about the 10 most relevant queries at the time of the purchase of a property in Spain

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What is a digital or electronic certificate in Spain?

The digital certificate in Spain confirms our identity on the Internet both as a natural person and a legal entity. Your data will be protected every time your digital signature is used and when you make an online transaction.

Do not hesitate to contact our firm of lawyers and accountants in Marbella to obtain your digital signature in Spain.

The Spanish digital certificate is valid for three years. After those three years it will be necessary to renew it.

 

What can we do with the digital certificate in Spain?

With the Spanish digital or electronic certificate we can file, request any documentation, information or sign digitally.

For example:

Tax Agency: you can access your tax data, file your declarations, request documentation, payment letters, certifications, etc.

City councils: obtain information, documentation, receipts, and fines, file documentation, etc.

Social Security: access your work history, register with social security, get an appointment with a doctor, etc.

 

How do you obtain a digital certificate in Spain?

Obtaining your digital certificate means increasing speed and simplifying bureaucratic procedures in Spain. Do not hesitate to contact WeLex now, your lawyer and accountant in Marbella who will be able to obtain your digital signature at a reasonable cost!

 

The procedure to obtain the digital certificate in Spain is relatively simple.

To obtain the Spanish digital certificate we first need to access the page of the Fábrica Nacional de Moneda y Timbre, FNMT (Royal Spanish Mint), where we will request the certificate as a natural person.

Once requested, we will receive a number in the email we have provided.

You will have to go in person to any public body that provides this service and bring your original passport or identity card along with the number that the Fábrica Nacional de Moneda y Timbre FNMT (Royal Spanish Mint) has given you. They will identify you with your passport or identity card and issue the certificate that you will receive in the e-mail you have provided. If you are not Spanish, you will need to show a copy of your NIE certificate (identification number for foreigners).

You can now download the certificate. Very important, it must be done always from the same computer from which you requested it.

At Welex we can help you to obtain your digital certificate in Spain.

We will be at your side in any public organisation to obtain it.

Also if you are in another city, at Welex we can manage it remotely and indicate the exact steps you have to follow to obtain it.

 

What are the advantages of the digital certificate in Spain?

  • Security:

The documentation cannot be altered or manipulated

  • Procedures:

You will be able to carry out formalities from your computer without having to travel and avoid long queues.

  • Savings:

You will save on paper, time, travel and work

If you need to obtain a digital certificate and would like Welex to advise you, do not hesitate to contact Welex, a firm of lawyers and economists in Marbella. Our office will manage your request before the National Mint for the issuance of the certificate and we will be at your side in any public body for this purpose, always with an exquisite treatment.

This blog has been written by Welex, your lawyer in Spain and accountant in Marbella.

For more information of a legal, fiscal, accounting or labour nature, do not hesitate to contact Welex, your lawyer, economist and tax advisor in Marbella.

To read more about the digital certificate in Spain click here 

 

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Compulsary extentions of rental contracts in Spain-homes only

By Welex, lawyers specialising in Real Estate Law in Spain As a result of the health crisis caused by the coronavirus Covid-19 in Spain, Royal Decree Law 11/2020 of March 31 was published, which established an extraordinary extension to the leases of habitual residence in Spain. The extension of rental contracts in Spain Regarding the…

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