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Author: Sofia Nisco
NLS Proudly Sponsors and Attends the CEPI & GIPE European Summit 2026
The NLS was proud to sponsor and attend the prestigious CEPI & GIPE European Summit 2026, held in Málaga on the Costa del Sol. Bringing together leading real estate professionals, investors, legal experts, and industry representatives from across Europe, the summit served as a platform for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and strategic discussions on the future…
The New International Buyer: How Remote Work and Wealth Migration Are Changing Spain
Spain’s property market is undergoing one of the biggest structural transformations in modern European real estate history. The traditional international buyer — once dominated by retirees purchasing holiday apartments on the coast — is rapidly disappearing. In its place is a new global buyer profile driven by remote work, wealth migration, international mobility, entrepreneurship, and…
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Top 10 Nationalities Reshaping Marbella in 2026
Marbella is no longer simply a luxury destination for British retirees and European holiday-home buyers. In 2026, the Costa del Sol’s most famous property market has evolved into one of the world’s most internationally diversified residential ecosystems — attracting globally mobile wealth from across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and beyond. The city’s transformation…
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Bank of Spain Eases Mortgage Restrictions as Market Stability Improves
Spain’s central bank has indicated that current housing market conditions do not represent an immediate systemic bubble risk despite continued property price growth across several major regions including Madrid, Barcelona, the Costa del Sol and the Balearic Islands. As a result, authorities are easing certain mortgage lending restrictions, potentially improving financing access for domestic buyers…
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Spain’s Supreme Court Strikes Down National Tourist Rental Registry
A Major Legal and Political Blow to Madrid’s Housing Crackdown — And What It Means for Andalucía, Marbella, Mallorca and the Future of Short-Term Rentals Spain’s Supreme Court has delivered one of the most significant legal rulings yet in the country’s escalating battle over tourism, housing pressure, and short-term rentals. In a decision published this…
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Why German Buyers Still Dominate Spain’s Premium Coastal Property Market
While newer international buyer groups are rapidly reshaping Spain’s real estate landscape, one nationality continues to stand out for consistency, financial strength, and long-term market stability: German buyers. According to Q1 2026 figures, German nationals accounted for 6.09% of all foreign residential property purchases in Spain, maintaining their position as one of the country’s most…
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Mallorca Faces Fresh Anti-Overtourism Pressure Before Summer
Mallorca is preparing for another potentially tense summer season as anti-overtourism groups warn that fresh demonstrations may take place across the island amid growing frustration over housing shortages, overcrowding and the social impact of mass tourism. The Balearic island has become one of Europe’s most prominent examples of the growing debate surrounding sustainable tourism, with…
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Costa del Sol Beaches Retain Blue Flag Status Ahead of Summer 2026
The Costa del Sol has once again reinforced its position as one of Europe’s leading coastal destinations after Málaga province retained 45 Blue Flag beach awards ahead of the 2026 summer season. The internationally recognised Blue Flag programme evaluates beaches based on strict criteria including water quality, environmental management, cleanliness, accessibility, sustainability and visitor safety.…
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Costa del Sol: Europe’s Fastest-Growing Luxury Short-Stay & Branded Real Estate Ecosystem
The Costa del Sol – anchored by Málaga and stretching across Marbella, Estepona, and Benahavís—has rapidly evolved into one of Europe’s most dynamic real estate markets. What was once defined by second homes and seasonal tourism is now transforming into a fully integrated, tourism-driven investment ecosystem. At the centre of this shift is the rapid expansion of the short-stay and luxury accommodation sector.…
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Mallorca Real Estate Agents Registry
What Has Happened Since It Was Introduced The Balearic Islands were among the first regions in Spain to introduce a formal regulatory framework for real estate agents. When the regional government approved Law 5/2018 and later Decree 4/2019, the stated objective was clear: 👉 bring structure, accountability, and transparency to a fragmented market. At the time, many in…
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