Where is the best Marbella spot for you? Not every property investor knows exactly where in Marbella they would like to buy their home. This is especially true if you have little knowledge about Marbella. At CA ESTATES we are experts at guiding our clients to their right area and place. We want only the best for our clients. That you find the perfect place for you is most important to us. Apart from...
Does your life feel a little bit like this... You are working long hard days to achieve your success. In the winters it is dark when you go to work. It is also dark when you leave work. The days, and even the years, are flying by. Too many days are rainy, cold and grey. You've reached that point in your life where you have made so much that you could afford to take time off. Time to...
I often ask my clients what their lives are about. Their lifestyles. My lifestyle is very sporty and healthy. I love that, I can do all kinds of sports here in Marbella. The climate allows us to do all our favorite summer sports in the sun all year round. There are also many beautiful hikes available in the Andalucian mountains. There are several water canyoning trails. Just...
Spain has the third highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world, after Italy and China. Within a few hours drive of Marbella we have some of the world's greatest cultural sites. Places like the world famous Alhambra in Granada. The amazing Mosque in Cordoba. Cadiz, the oldest city in the western world and former capital of Spain. Malaga the birthplace of...
Between meeting clients and negotiating offers, I try to take some time for myself. I generate energy by exercising and doing sports. In Marbella, as you know, you can do almost all outdoor activities all year round. Tennis, Golf, Hiking, Biking, Horse Riding, etc. A very popular sport here is Padel Tennis. I love that game. It’s sociable and active at the same...
Today I want to share one of my personal philosophies/beliefs about the meaning of “living your dream” with you. When you’re considering working with an agent I think it’s important to know where they stand. After all, I get to know my clients pretty well. I know their financial situation. I know about what’s going on in their family. I get to know their fears. So I wanted to share this...
For many years I was a professional personal trainer and health coach. I loved this work, and I was very successful. At that time, Real Estate was a hobby for me. When I moved to Marbella, I made Real Estate my main business, and I love this too. The strong parallel between the two ensures I love both. We must learn more about the client than “I want to get toned up” to find the truth. We...
In CA ESTATES youtube channel I recently shared a few tips about premium prices on properties in Marbella. You’re going to want to watch this video. In recent years resale home prices have risen dramatically here in Marbella. Fully refurbished homes are achieving the highest price increases. Also known as 'key ready'. I explain the meaning of the phrase ‘key ready’ in the video. But is it worth...
Today I’m going to share a few more of my secrets with you. I want to show you how you may win in a multi-offer or a low offer situation. Secret One: Pre-qualification. For the seller to consider a low offer you need to show the sellers you're serious. Prove to them that you have the money to buy their home immediately. We can ask your lender to write a pre-qualification letter to show...
I wanted to share a quick piece of advice with you about Marbella bank repossessions. It’s crucial that you know this. For many years it's been a rumor that you can buy bank repossessions for rock bottom, almost give away prices. This has led some buyers to believe they can get amazingly cheap deals on these properties. Believing equally that good deals are not possible on resale properties....