This is how the property market in Spain is affected by Coronavirus.

The entire society has been considerably affected, especially in Spain, which is one of the most severely affected countries due to travel restrictions and quarantine. For the property market, this means, for example, that visits couldn´t be done as planned and that new developments were paused.

We have a close dialogue with our customers and taking into account their needs and considerations. We follow too the authorities' recommendations and take precautionary measures to reduce the risk of transmission. In practice, this means that we focus on digital meetings with our customers and prospects to inform and prepare as much as possible. Some parts of our work are difficult to implement, while other parts work well at distance. For example, we can guide you with digital 360 viewings where you can look around and get a good picture of the property.

Do not give up your dream of a home in the sun! Right now, it may be difficult to complete certain parts of the property deal but take the opportunity to prepare as much as possible. Please contact our offices to inquire information you may need. We can also provide you with advice on what you can prepare right now.  Virtual Reality tours and high-quality photos will help you find the perfect home on our website. Contact your real estate agent to book a virtual visit.

It is very difficult to predict right now and of course it depends on how long and deep this crisis will continue. With a reduced demand and an increase in the property stock, it is likely that house prices are going to drop significantly in the future, which of course could mean opportunities for strong buyers. Probably, we will also see that new developments are paused and declined in the future. When the worst crisis has passed, we expect to see a recovery. If prices drop and new developments decline, demand and recovery can come relatively quickly.

Yes, if you are all set or have established a power of attorney, the deal can be completed, although there may be some practical limitations. For example, some notary offices are closed, while others remain open. Therefore, expect administration to be slower than usual.

If you have signed a contract, you must respect it. This principle is called Pacta Sunt Servanda, which is Latin for "agreements must be kept", and fundamental in civil and international law. Many buyers or sellers ask if "Force Majeure" can be a valid reason to breech a contract. It must be assessed on a case-by-case basis, but in most cases, it would lead to postponing the contract obligations until the cause of force majeure ceases. In most cases, this means that the Corona situation can create delays in the deal, nothing more.

If you have purchased off-plan, expect a later delivery date. Developers are likely to take precautionary measures, for example due to problems with subcontractors, which affect the delivery date. Please contact your agent for more information about your project. If you bought a resale property, then the written agreement is valid.

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