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The Costa Blanca has over the past few decades, developed into one of the most popular and cosmopolitan tourist destinations in the world.

The Province of Alicante has been given the tourist name of "The Costa Blanca", which translated means "the white coast", due to its endless white sandy beaches, some of which stretch for miles and miles without a single break in sand. Many of these beaches are made up of undulating sand dunes and are bordered with pine and palm trees, creating a spectacular contrast. Also expect to see an abundance of orange and lemon groves, as the climate is perfect for growing citrus fruits.

There are still many fishing villages, which combine almost seamlessly into the modern infrastructure, where facility and amenity improvement is ongoing.

The beauty of the scenery aside, there are many outdoor activities to occupy your time. There are yacht marinas, horse riding centres, hiking routes and of course a large number of golf courses situated within a few miles of each other. For the kids, (including the big ones) the "Terra Mitica" theme park in Benidorm is one of the best in Europe and there are water parks dotted along the coast.

The Costa Blanca’s main airport is the Alicante International Airport, which is well served by both frequent flights to the major airports of the UK and an excellent network of roads and motorways.

Inspection Visits

Inspection visits are arranged at your convenience, over almost any 3 consecutive nights and usually cost £99 per person. During the holiday seasons the cost goes up to £150 per person. Inspection visits are available if you are looking for either a new or resale property.

A representative of the developer or builder will be appointed to meet you from the airport on your arrival and take you to your hotel (usually 4 star, subject to availability). For the duration of your stay, you will be shown around the properties that the assigned representative has matched up with your requirements. You will also be shown the surrounding areas, local amenities and dine in quality restaurants in the area.

Unlike many inspection trips on the Costa Blanca, you are treated individually and are not driven around in large groups viewing properties that do not interest you, or more importantly, are outwith your budget.

Should you find a property you wish to purchase, you are guided through all legal and financial procedures by professionals. Mortgages of up to 70% can also be arranged while in Spain (subject to status).

To take advantage of an inspection visit, please fill out the contact form in as much detail as possible, stating you would like to book an inspection visit in the "Other Requirements" section. Go there now.

Purchasing a Property on the Costa Blanca

Dependant on what type of property you decide to purchase, the payment process can vary. Individuals personal circumstances can sometimes also be taken into consideration when discussing the payment options. Below is a rough idea of the payment structures for each property purchase (this can vary between builders and vendors, so please be aware of payment options before signing a purchase contract).

New Property off plan -
1. Almost always a 3000€ deposit, to reserve the property and take it off the market.
2. There are various ways to make your next payments, dependant on whether the property has longer than 6 months before completion.
3. Between 20% and 50% of the purchase price is usually required within 30 days of signing the purchase contract. 50% in total is required within a couple of months of signing the purchase contract.
4. The builder may require another payment before completion, but this is rare.
5. The remainder of the purchase price is paid on completion when the property is ready for you.

New property that is Built -
1. Normally a 3000€ deposit as before.
2. Almost immediately, at the most 30 days after signing the purchase contract, a further 10% will be required.
3. The balance of the property purchase price is then paid on completion.

Resale Property -
1. Normally a 3000€ deposit as before.
2. Within 30 days of signing the purchase contract, a further 10% will be required.
3. The balance of the property purchase price is then paid on completion.

Remember - These are only guidelines. Always ask what the payment options are, how many payments to make and how much money is required before completion. Do this before signing the purchase contract. Always get independent financial advice before making any major purchase or investment.

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