Apartment or terraced house purchase
1% + VAT
Our standard fee is 1% of the purchase price + VAT, with a minimum fee of €2,500 + VAT.
Flat fees
At Abad Associats Lawyers, we believe legal fees should be clear from the outset.
For standard property purchases, our fees are agreed in advance, so clients know the applicable cost of our legal assistance before work begins.
Detached houses, land and special properties
Fees will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Detached houses, plots of land and special properties may require additional legal review, including matters relating to plot size, existing structures, planning, coastal regulations or rustic land. For these cases, a specific quote will be provided in advance.
Consultations
€120 + VAT
Online or in-office consultations.
High-value properties
For high-value transactions, fees may be adjusted depending on the specific circumstances of the purchase and the client’s requirements.
Buying a plot and building
If the client requires our office to oversee legal aspects of the construction process, the applicable fee will be agreed in advance.
If the purchase does not proceed
If significant legal issues arise and the client decides not to proceed with the purchase, 50% of the agreed fee will be invoiced.
What is included
Our legal assistance may include, depending on the circumstances of the purchase:
Preliminary advice regarding the property and the proposed transaction.
Review of legal documentation before signing.
Advice on payment structure and purchase conditions.
Drafting or review of the initial deposit agreement.
Legal checks with the Town Hall, Catastro, Land Registry and Notary.
Verification of registered charges, debts and other relevant matters.
Review of owners’ association debts and, where appropriate, community meeting minutes.
Preparation of the documentation required for signing the title deed before the Notary.
Assistance at the Notary’s office, including translation and legal guidance during completion.
Follow-up to ensure that the purchase is properly registered in the buyer’s name.
Additional services
Depending on the client’s needs, we may also assist with additional matters connected to the purchase.
NIE application
We can assist with the process of obtaining the NIE number, which is required for foreign buyers purchasing property in Spain.
Architect’s survey
If the client wishes to obtain a technical assessment of the property, we can help coordinate with an independent architect or provide the necessary documentation to the professional chosen by the client.
Spanish bank account
We can assist with opening a Spanish bank account, which may be required for the purchase, payment of taxes and management of utilities.
Spanish will
Where appropriate, we can prepare a Spanish will in relation to the client’s assets in Spain, usually stating the client’s wish for their national law to govern their estate.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. The applicable legal fees are explained before work begins, so the client understands the cost of the legal assistance and what is included in the service.
The standard legal fee may include legal advice related to the purchase, review of documentation, contract guidance, legal checks, coordination with the notary and other parties, assistance at completion and follow-up regarding registration of the purchase, depending on the circumstances of the transaction.
Some additional services may be connected to the purchase, such as NIE assistance, coordination with an architect or surveyor, opening a Spanish bank account or preparing a Spanish will. Whether these services are included or quoted separately will be confirmed according to the client’s needs and the circumstances of the matter.
If significant legal issues arise and the client decides not to proceed with the purchase, part of the agreed fee may still be invoiced for the legal work already carried out. The applicable conditions will be explained before the professional services begin.
Online or in-office consultations may be charged separately. The applicable consultation fee will be confirmed before the appointment.