Selling a property comes with many questions. About pricing. About timelines. About legal steps. About papers. About what really works.
In this section, you’ll find clear, honest and practical answers to the most common concerns homeowners have when thinking about selling in Costa Blanca South or Costa Cálida.
In most cases, yes. Capital Gains Tax (CGT) applies to the profit made between your purchase price and the final sale price.
If you are a non-resident, a 3% retention is typically withheld at completion and paid to the Spanish tax authorities on account of your tax liability.
However, the final amount depends on:
We work alongside trusted legal and tax advisors to ensure you fully understand your position before proceeding.
You can absolutely sell with an outstanding mortgage.
At completion:
We coordinate this process with your bank and solicitor so there are no surprises on completion day.
Yes — but inheritance properties require specific documentation.
Before selling, you must:
If this hasn’t been completed yet, we guide you through the legal steps before marketing begins.
All registered owners must agree to the sale and sign the necessary documents.
If one owner lives abroad, a Power of Attorney can be arranged so the sale can proceed smoothly without everyone travelling to Spain.
We help coordinate this process with legal professionals.
Absolutely. In fact, it’s the most important first step.
Your asking price determines:
Many sellers rely on:
But none of these reflect today’s real buyer demand.
A professional valuation considers:
At Chic Estates, our valuation is:
Before you make any decision, make sure you know the true market value of your home.
Request your free valuation here: [Let’s value my property →]
The honest answer? It depends — but pricing and strategy make all the difference.
In Costa Blanca South and Costa Cálida, well-presented and correctly priced properties can sell within weeks. Others may take several months if they enter the market above value or without proper exposure.
The key factors that influence the timeline are:
One of the biggest mistakes sellers make is “testing the market” at a high price and reducing later. This often slows momentum and creates doubt among buyers.
At Chic Estates, we focus on:
In many cases, properties priced correctly and marketed properly receive serious interest within the first few weeks.
Many of our sellers live abroad.
We:
You remain informed and in control, without needing to travel for each viewing.
Spanish property sales usually involve a reservation deposit and a private purchase contract.
If the buyer withdraws without legal justification after signing the private contract, they normally lose their deposit.
We carefully qualify buyers before accepting offers to reduce this risk as much as possible.
Not necessarily — but not rejecting it automatically either.
We analyse:
Sometimes the first serious offer is the best one. Our role is to give you clear, strategic advice — not pressure.
On average, completion takes between 4 and 8 weeks after the private contract is signed.
This timeframe depends on:
We coordinate all parties to keep the timeline on track.
Yes. You can:
We simply coordinate viewings around your availability.
That’s completely normal.
Many sellers begin by simply understanding:
There is no obligation to proceed. Often, clarity is what helps you make the right decision — whether that’s selling now or waiting.
It depends on the buyer profile.
In Costa Blanca South and Costa Cálida:
We advise based on your specific market segment.
Typical seller costs may include:
We provide a clear cost overview before you commit, so you understand your net proceeds.
Costa Blanca South and Costa Cálida are heavily driven by international demand.
That means:
Understanding this international dynamic is crucial to a successful sale.
Many homeowners believe they can sell privately and save commission. What often happens instead?
Selling privately may look simple — but in reality, it requires:
Discover our full approach here: [See our Proven Selling Method →]
Selling your property is not just about listing it — it’s about strategy, positioning and execution. What makes us different is the combination of:
We don’t operate as a volume-driven agency. We focus on modern, high-quality homes built after 2016, and we work closely with each seller to maximise value and minimise stress.
If you’d like to experience the difference yourself, speak directly with Peter or Ana — no pressure, just honest advice.
Every property and every seller is different.
If you would like tailored advice about your situation, speak directly with us:
Phone +34 684 14 56 69
Email info@chic-estates.com
Address
Plaza Miguel de Cervantes 13 AB
30710 Los Alcázares, Murcia
España
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