Usually people plan very carefully for their purchase of a Spanish property but then, when it comes to handing it over - the plans can feel a little less easy to make. In this article we describe the eight mistakes that people make when it comes to inheritance and how to avoid creating problems for those you leave behind:

You’ve worked hard to make sure that you have assets you can enjoy and then hand down to those you love. The last thing you want is for their inheritance to dwindle as a result of taxes and fees. In this article, we emphasise the importance of planning in good time to reduce the chance of this happening and to ensure a smoother process for those you leave behind. We also outline the options available and the different ways in which having a little forethought can ensure that your wishes are fulfilled:

Afterwards we stopped at Makai Café for one of their delicious brunches. The Makai Café is one of our favourite destinations for its healthy but flavoursome options. Take a look at us on our Facebook page:

No, we’re not talking about oversized humans or individuals who think more of themselves than they should. These ‘gigantes’ and ‘cabezudos’ are intriguing characters that you can see during December as part of Torrevieja’s patron saint celebrations. Read more about this unusual tradition:

Located in Andalucía, the city of Jaén has much to recommend it. It is bordered by a range of ‘sierras’ and is famous for its olive groves and oil production. David Ruiz takes us on an exploration of this culturally rich and visually beautiful city. He introduces us to its history, describes its geographical significance and helps us visualise what it might be like to live there:

Do you have a garden at your property? How much value do you believe that it adds? In this article from Spanish Property Insight, Mark Stücklin explains how the amount of garden you have can increase the value of your property and the point at which it might be less of an attraction for a potential buyer:

In a second article, Mark Stücklin draws attention to the way in which the new notary statistics portal excludes the size of outdoor areas such as terraces and how its average prices per square metre can be skewed as a result:

If you do buy a house in Spain and intend to live there too, you will want to bring your cat or dog with you. What is the process for this and how do you make sure you follow the correct procedure? A Place in the Sun explains what vaccinations they will need, provides guidance on the paperwork and looks at the practicalities for travelling with your pet:

The Canary Islands are generally more expensive to buy property in than mainland Spain. However, different areas can provide different options and this article from Think Spain outlines the market in different parts of the island: