Spanish relocation services
Channel 4, the BBC and the Foreign Office and most of the independents advice people, who are trying to relocate to Spain, to take the assistance of an independent trained advisor and this would be in the best interest of the people.
Property Pre Purchase Services
There is a matching of locations to the personalities. It is considered whether the requirements and lifestyles of all the party members (including kids above ten years) is matching. There is a presentation of suggested and identified areas. These are discussed and evaluated. An orientation visit is organized and planned. This is for three or four days and the suggested areas are visited and some samples of property that are compatible with the brief are seen. There is a focused property search in the selected area. Further, an inspection visit is held. This takes place within four to five days. In this visit, those areas that match the criteria in the specific areas are introduced and inspected. There is a negotiation of terms and prices for the target properties. Then, comes the preparation of sale or purchase agreement which involves the organizing deposits and negotiating terms. Before a deposit is made there are background checks regarding abnormalities, debts, encumbrances, charges against the property, development proposals, permits, planning, boundaries, location and title. Then, there is an introduction to local solicitors, specialists, tax advisors and surveyors. These have to be pre-qualified, vetted and offering less than market rates. Then the completion monies and arrangements are to be managed. There is accompaniment and translation at completion in the notary’s office. Advice is given regarding the transfer methods and currency purchases.
Property post purchase services
This comprises of title deed administration and administration of property tax compliance. There is a transfer of utilities against the name. The local builders and architects are introduced. Guidance is offered regarding the expected removal costs. Also, the reputable removals companies are introduced.
Retirement help
Many semi-retired or fully retired people consider relocating to Spain. The personnel at IRS have the knowledge regarding the best retirement areas and retirement homes. These personnel also provide recommendations regarding buying Spanish retirement property, the weather, the neighborhood and the process of receiving pension, benefits and health care. Additionally, the IRS offers an estimate of required income, cost of living analysis and budgeting advice. If it is felt necessary, the clients are enabled to meet a fully qualified Financial Services Advisor.
Attaining a new life
The bilingual staff at IRS ascertain that all the help is offered regarding beginning a new life in Spain. There is procurement of identification numbers or obligatory NIE required to purchase goods or for payment of taxes. Registration is done at the town hall. There is help regarding starting Spanish bank accounts. It is advised which type of account has to be started. There is negotiation regarding any cumbersome commissions and terms of the bank. A connection is established with the bank manager. It is confirmed that each bank has minimum one employee who can speak English. There is also advice regarding car importation. The system is described fully regarding the advantages and disadvantages of using your own car.