SES Hospedajes is het nieuwe nationale registratiesysteem voor gasten en reserveringen in Spanje, verplicht voor vrijwel alle toeristische accommodaties.
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Understanding SES Hospedajes: What Hosts Need to Know
SES Hospedajes is Spain’s new national platform for registering guests and reservations in all types of short‑term accommodation.
NIE aanvragen vanuit Nederland
Vraag je een NIE-nummer aan vanuit Nederland? In deze gids lees je wanneer je het nodig hebt, welke documenten verplicht zijn en hoe de aanvraag via het Spaanse Consulaat in Amsterdam werkt.
Spaans Hooggerechtshof schrapt Nationaal Register voor Kortetermijnverhuur
Belangrijke uitspraak voor vastgoedeigenaren Op 21 mei 2026 deed het Spaanse Hooggerechtshof een belangrijke uitspraak over kortetermijnverhuur. Het hof heeft het Registro Único de Arrendamientos (Nationaal Register voor Kortetermijnverhuur) nietig verklaard. De centrale overheid had geen wettelijke bevoegdheid om dit nationale registratiesysteem te maken. Deze beslissing kwam nadat de regionale overheid van Valencia bezwaar had gemaakt tegen … Continue reading Spaans Hooggerechtshof schrapt Nationaal Register voor Kortetermijnverhuur
Supreme Court Strikes Down Spain’s National Short-Term Rental Registry
A Major Ruling for Property Owners and Vacation Rentals On May 21, 2026, Spain's Supreme Court issued a landmark decision that significantly impacts anyone renting out property for short-term stays. The court annulled the Registro Único de Arrendamientos (National Single Registry for Short-Term Rentals), ruling that the Spanish central government lacked the legal authority to create such … Continue reading Supreme Court Strikes Down Spain’s National Short-Term Rental Registry
Arras Penitenciales Explained
In our previous post, we introduced the three types of arras contracts used in Spanish real estate transactions. In this post we're focusing on arras penitenciales (penalty earnest money)—the most commonly used type and the one that offers both parties a defined exit route. What Are Arras Penitenciales? Arras penitenciales are a preliminary agreement where the buyer … Continue reading Arras Penitenciales Explained
Understanding the Contrato de Arras
When buying property in Spain, one of the first legal documents you'll encounter is the contrato de arras (earnest money contract). This preliminary agreement serves as a bridge between your initial interest in a property and the final signing of the deed before a notary. A contrato de arras is a pre-sale agreement where the … Continue reading Understanding the Contrato de Arras
Mastering the Jargon: essential Terms
Investing in Spanish Real Estate is one of the most effective ways to build wealth in Europe, but the terminology can be a major entry barrier. Whether you are looking at crowdfunding, "flips," or long-term rentals, you need to speak the language of the local market. Here is our essential glossary of investment terms in … Continue reading Mastering the Jargon: essential Terms
Deducting Property Depreciation in your taxes
Landlords in Spain can deduct depreciation on rental properties as a key expense in their tax report (IRPF if resident tax payer or IRNR if non resident tax payer via Modelo 210), reducing taxable rental income. The Spanish Tax Agency allows up to 3% annually on the higher of the acquisition cost (excluding land value) … Continue reading Deducting Property Depreciation in your taxes
Landmark Court Victory for Non-EU Property Owners in Spain
On July 28th, 2025, the Spanish Audiencia Nacional issued a groundbreaking judgment—SAN 3630/2025—that marks a turning point for non-resident property owners in Spain. For years, non-EU and non-EEA residents who owned and rented properties in Spain faced discriminatory tax treatment compared to EU residents. This ruling directly addresses that inequality and carries major implications for … Continue reading Landmark Court Victory for Non-EU Property Owners in Spain
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