Many people cover the facts and legal aspects involved in moving to Spain, however to get a true insight into living in Spain it is necessary to talk in depth to, or read books/articles written by, someone who has done it under the same circumstances as you will - i.e. are you moving to Spain to retire, will you be looking for work - starting a business, bringing children?
Many areas have different local customs or dialects, some make it painstakingly obviously that they are not too keen on foreigners moving in. There are many more things to consider than will cross most people's minds when deciding to move to Spain.
Living in Spain
- Moving to Spain
- A wealth of advice and guidance offered in this e-book on Moving to Spain - everything you need to know about moving to Spain. A true insight into living in Spain permanently
- Moving to Spain - advice, tips & chat
- Moving to Spain - useful advice, books and tips on moving to Spain and living in Spain. You can also freely join our chat group which covers all aspects of Spanish life
- Working in Spain
- You may have visions of working in Spain as being flexible, laid back and with plenty of time to enjoy the sun. The reality is that there is very little in the way of jobs for Brits.
- Spanish Lifestyle. Living in Spain
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- Living in Spain
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- Working in Spain - business opportunity
- It is a fact that many Brits and other non-Spanish speaking people of other nationalities arrive in Spain and are unable to find work. Looking for a business of your own? Fancy working in the property market? Unique low cost business opportunity available in Spain.
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As a property sales and rentals agent, we deal with many people who have decided to pack up and move to Spain. They come to us looking for property to buy, or long term rentals. Amazingly enough, many are people who have never even visited the area - some haven't even been to Spain - and yet they are prepared to leave all that is familiar and start a totally new life in a country they know very little about.I hate to rain on anyone's parade, and dampen enthusiasm for what could be the best move they ever made, but there are many factors to consider that most people haven't given a second thought to.
Many people I have known here on the Costa Blanca have been forced to give up this excellent lifestyle for one reason or another, and return home to the UK. The main reason is money - it is extremely difficult to find work here - whatever your trade/experience.
The best advice we can give, is for anyone thinking of moving to Spain, to buy a holiday property first. Spend some time here, get to know people and how things work. If that is not an option, and they need to sell in the UK first, the next best way is to secure a long term rental before buying. A 3 bed apartment, possibly 10-15 minutes inland from the coast, can still be found for 500 euros a month.
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PaulConway wrote...
Hi Interesting Lens. I split living between Spain and England. I love the area of Andalucia where I live.Learn Spanish Free
Posted June 04, 2007
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Posted June 01, 2007
ank wrote...
Hi , Great lens. I also created my lens. It got lots of info on beautiful country Spain. I am quite passionate about my country and you can get loads and loads of info on spain on my lens. To view the lens click here.
Posted June 01, 2007
Senora_M wrote...
I studied in Spain while in college at the University of Salamanca. I plan to go back this summer and I can't wait to travel around there. It is going to be great! Cool lens!
Posted April 25, 2007
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At present there are 3.3 million holiday homes in Spain and the number is still rising as the process of buying property in Spain becomes easier. Better mortgage offers and low interest rates continue to tempt British buyers in their thous...
