Spain’s new 2025 rental laws impact Airbnb and long-term lets across the Costa del Sol. Learn what every property owner needs to know to stay compliant.
Spanish real estate agencies have long relied on “autónomo” contracts for their sales teams — but authorities are now cracking down on what they call false self-employment. Recent rulings, including against Engel & Völkers, show how firms risk massive fines for disguising employees as contractors. This article explains what’s happening, how it affects agencies on the Costa del Sol, and what both companies and agents should do to stay compliant.
Spain’s government has launched a new Tourist Housing Observatory to study how short-term rentals and tourism affect the housing market. The goal is to balance Spain’s booming visitor economy with residents’ quality of life — a move that could reshape property investment and rental rules in areas like Marbella and the Costa del Sol.
Spain’s property market has hit a new milestone, with over 379,000 homes sold in H1 2025—the highest figure since 2007. Driven by strong local demand, this surge signals a resilient market with fresh opportunities for investors and buyers alike.
