Buying Property in Spain Through a Company: Can You Really Pay Only 2% Transfer Tax?

If you’re thinking of buying property in Spain, you’ve probably come across the idea of purchasing through a company to reduce transfer tax (ITP) from 7% to just 2%. On a high-value property in areas like Marbella, Mijas Costa, or Estepona, that could mean saving tens of thousands of euros.
But is it really that simple? The short answer: no — the reduced 2% ITP applies only in very specific situations, and failing to meet the requirements can lead to unexpected tax bills, interest, and penalties.

Why do you need a lawyer?

Why do you need a lawyer?

Having an experienced lawyer working alongside you could literally be a deal breaker.O Is the property legal?O Are the square metres legally declared?O Are the property borders correct?O Is the paperwork in place to allow you to rent out the property?O Are there any...