Spanish Lifestyle

The Old Rules No Longer ApplyFor years, Spain’s real estate market was a haven for foreign investors. Sun, sea, and the ability to rent your apartment on platforms like Airbnb—it was a near-effortless path to passive income.But in 2025, that model has been turned on its head.New regulations, mounting local resistance, and a shifting political climate have redefined what it means to invest in Spanish property. If you're still chasing tourist licenses like they're golden tickets, you're already a step behind.

After three decades of guiding property investments globally, I'm witnessing something extraordinary on the Costa del Sol, Spain: a convergence of market forces creating investment opportunities I haven't seen since the 1990s. What makes this moment unique isn't just the numbers – though they're compelling enough, with the general market delivering 12% annual appreciation and new-build off-plan 25-40% total returns over typical two-year build periods. It's the fundamental transformation of our market's entire landscape.