Friday, 27 May 2011
Professional services abroad
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Professional services abroad
Buying your home abroad will bring you into contact with a number of professional services and it's always a good idea to get to know what and who are providing the services you need and at what price.
Initially your contact will start with a real estate agent who will probably have a partnership with a local lawyer to assist in your legal matters.
Rates can be negotiable and its worth asking for alternatives to save money.
If you are not living in Spain it's a great idea to tie up with a professional property management company who can ensure your home is checked regularly and kept in good condition.
We recommend passion4property who can also assist with bill payments, repairs and small projects as well as everything from full property management to key holding services.
Mad about Furniture work with only tried, tested and trusted partners and we can make recommendations for you on a whole range of professionals including accountants and even where you can park your car at the airport!
Medical services are of good quality in Spain but regular visitors and home owners may want to invest in a company such as helicopters sanitarios for emergencies and general peace of mind although for residents professional services such as Sanitas, part of Bupa provide more comprehensive private healthcare.
Similarly, dentists are of a good quality and generally cheaper than in the UK and many people opt for major dental work to be carried out in Spain saving a lot of money against the private dentists in great Britain.
Cosmetic surgery is also prominent on the Costa del Sol.
Other professionals services include Banks, Financial Advisors and money changers which are important in avoiding excessive charges when moving money to Spain, receiving money and obtaining the best exchange rate
Buying your home abroad will bring you into contact with a number of professional services and it's always a good idea to get to know what and who are providing the services you need and at what price.
Initially your contact will start with a real estate agent who will probably have a partnership with a local lawyer to assist in your legal matters.
Rates can be negotiable and its worth asking for alternatives to save money.
If you are not living in Spain it's a great idea to tie up with a professional property management company who can ensure your home is checked regularly and kept in good condition.
We recommend passion4property who can also assist with bill payments, repairs and small projects as well as everything from full property management to key holding services.
Mad about Furniture work with only tried, tested and trusted partners and we can make recommendations for you on a whole range of professionals including accountants and even where you can park your car at the airport!
Medical services are of good quality in Spain but regular visitors and home owners may want to invest in a company such as helicopters sanitarios for emergencies and general peace of mind although for residents professional services such as Sanitas, part of Bupa provide more comprehensive private healthcare.
Similarly, dentists are of a good quality and generally cheaper than in the UK and many people opt for major dental work to be carried out in Spain saving a lot of money against the private dentists in great Britain.
Cosmetic surgery is also prominent on the Costa del Sol.
Other professionals services include Banks, Financial Advisors and money changers which are important in avoiding excessive charges when moving money to Spain, receiving money and obtaining the best exchange rate
Tuesday, 24 May 2011
The rain in Spain
One of the surprising things about where we are based in the costa del is how much rain we seem to get. It doesn't rain in the same way as the uk which is frequent and regular with regards to quantity etc but it is also almost always steady rain/ showers etc etc.
Well, last week down here in the sunny costa del sol the heavens opened and we had the downpour of the year. It wasn't so much rain as a torrential torrent that lasted hours, the noise kept us awake most of the night with a fantastic thunderstorm( if you like watching thunderstorms) wrecked havoc on the roads and flooded villas and apartments alike. The roads on our journey to the airport on the morning after resembled a war zone littered with debris from the power of the water.
I have already had a phone call from a previous customer who's apartment we furnished last year informing us that their lovely apartment has been divested by 20 cm of water and needs completely re furnishing and re decorating
So this brings me to my two points.
Firstly, Beware if you are planning an outdoor event before the middle of June. You may need a contingency for your wedding should the rain decide to fall. Any wedding last weekend would certainly turned out a little different than would have been planned.
Secondly if you have a home here and it's empty, get it checked even if you have had no problems before. This is where a management company could help. Arriving Over the summer to find your home under 6 inches of water is guaranteed to spoil your holiday.
Steven Dixon
Director
Well, last week down here in the sunny costa del sol the heavens opened and we had the downpour of the year. It wasn't so much rain as a torrential torrent that lasted hours, the noise kept us awake most of the night with a fantastic thunderstorm( if you like watching thunderstorms) wrecked havoc on the roads and flooded villas and apartments alike. The roads on our journey to the airport on the morning after resembled a war zone littered with debris from the power of the water.
I have already had a phone call from a previous customer who's apartment we furnished last year informing us that their lovely apartment has been divested by 20 cm of water and needs completely re furnishing and re decorating
So this brings me to my two points.
Firstly, Beware if you are planning an outdoor event before the middle of June. You may need a contingency for your wedding should the rain decide to fall. Any wedding last weekend would certainly turned out a little different than would have been planned.
Secondly if you have a home here and it's empty, get it checked even if you have had no problems before. This is where a management company could help. Arriving Over the summer to find your home under 6 inches of water is guaranteed to spoil your holiday.
Steven Dixon
Director
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