The process of selling a property in the Costa Blanca, while different from other countries, is straightforward with the right guidance. It typically takes between 3 to 6 months to complete.

The key steps are:

• Documentation: Gathering all the essential legal documents for the sale. This is a critical first step.

• Marketing: Your property is listed on national and international portals to reach a broad audience of potential buyers.

• Negotiation: When an offer is made, we work to secure the best possible price and terms for you.

• Notarisation: The sale is finalised at a Spanish notary (notaría), where the public deed of sale (escritura de compraventa) is signed.

• Taxes: All applicable taxes are paid, and the ownership is officially transferred.

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To sell your property in the Costa Blanca, you'll need to provide several important documents to prove ownership and legal compliance. Having these ready in advance is key to a smooth sale.

The main documents required are:

• Title Deed (Escritura Pública): The original public document that proves you own the property.

• Nota Simple: A recent legal report from the Spanish Land Registry showing the property's legal status and any outstanding debts.

• Energy Performance Certificate (Certificado de Eficiencia Energética): Mandatory since 2013, this rates your property's energy efficiency.

• Habitation Certificate (Cédula de Habitabilidad): Certifies that the property meets minimum requirements for living.

• Receipts: Proof that you have paid your recent council tax (IBI) and community fees (Comunidad de Propietarios).

While it might seem like listing with multiple agents gives you more exposure, it is a practice that can be detrimental to the sale of your property. We always recommend using a single, dedicated agent.

A multiple listing (multiexclusiva) can lead to your property being seen as a 'burnt' or 'desperate' listing, which can attract lower offers and put potential buyers off.

It often results in your property being listed at different prices and with different descriptions across various portals, creating confusion and making it look unprofessional. Furthermore, no agent will invest in professional marketing tools like professional photography, targeted advertising, and virtual tours if they know they might not get the commission.

In contrast, when you sign with us, we are fully committed to selling your home. We invest our full resources into a bespoke marketing strategy to ensure your property stands out in the marketplace.

This streamlined approach, with a single point of contact and a unified professional presentation, is proven to achieve a faster sale at a better price.

We've covered this in more detail in our blog post.