The Viking Group has appointed Christian Zárate as Operations Manager of its real estate and travel business, with responsibility for developing the company’s infrastructure across Scandinavia. We're thrilled to have a new talented broker taking control of our operations in Scandinavia! Christian Zárate is not new to the industry, just new to us! We pride ourselves on working with only the best agents...
Following Brexit, the Spanish government has introduced an updated residency document for British nationals moving to Tenerife, designed to replace the existing green Residencia card. This new pink and blue card is known is a Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero, or TIE for short. The TIE card will be required by all Brits moving to Tenerife for the first time. It's purpose is to illustrate that the holder...
Now that Viking Group have opened our newest office in Puerto Banús, you may be wondering why we chose this beautiful location. Or maybe why you yourself should consider buying a property in Puerto Banús? Let us tell you what this stunning little town has to offer! What can I expect if I buy a property in Puerto Banús? Situated to the West of the bustling resort of Marbella, Puerto Banús is one of the...
Viking Group are excited to announce the opening of our sixth real estate office. Our new office is located in the beautiful Puerto Banús. Located in the heart of the Costa del Sol, Puerto Banús has been THE place to be seen in Southern Spain since it first opened in 1970. With luxury resorts and designer boutiques lining the streets, the town is a popular playground for the rich and famous. Committed...
Considering whether to buy property in Spain, but not sure where to invest? Welcome to our guide to the top five up and coming regions to purchase property in the country. Top five places to buy Property in Spain in 2021 Mallorca Mallorca has always been a popular place to buy property in Spain, due to its beautiful mountain scenery, gorgeous coast, beautiful weather and vast selection of luxury...
Are you thinking of purchasing property in Tenerife? Our friendly team here at Viking Real Estate and Consultants are here to help! Check out our handy guide to the dos and don'ts of securing your place in the sun. Let's talk money! Before you begin the search for your dream home, it is important to get to know the costs and processes involved. For example, on top of the purchase price, you will also need...
Property sales in Spain have grown at a rate not seen since the last property boom, as the market continues to strengthen following the pandemic. According to information from the Association of Spanish Notaries, 64,877 homes were sold in Spain during June, representing an increase of 71% from the previous year. This marks the first time that the market has risen above 60000 sales in a single month since...
36.3% of sales from off-plan and 63.7% from secondary/ready market. According to an article from Gulf News, Property Finder information shows that Dubai real estate sales have increased by over 40% year-on-year during the start of 2021, with 27,373 transactions in total, with a combined value of Dh61.97 billion. The first six months of the year saw 17,434 secondary/ready real estate sales, totalling...
BBVA have recently published an article showing the statistics up until the halfway point of the summer indicate that the Spanish economy is bouncing back faster than what was predicted a few months ago. An upswing in household spending, coupled with the growth of domestic tourism has been the driving force behind this, particularly along the Mediterranean Coast. Key points The Canary and Balearic...
Spanish real estate contracts usually consist of 2 agreements. The Pre-contract and Formal Agreement. Pre-Contract/Deposit The pre-contract which may include a deposit, is known as an Arras. It precedes the main contract called the COMPRAVENTA and is a document where one of the parties, in this case the seller, undertakes to give a second party, in this case, the buyer, a real estate property in exchange...