Spain is renowned for its vibrant culture, rich traditions, and exuberant festivals. Among the most celebrated events in the country are the Ferias of Jerez and Sevilla. These annual festivities captivate locals and visitors alike, offering an unforgettable experience of Spanish flamenco, music, dance, and the unique Andalusian spirit. Let's dive into the heart of these two...
Investment opportunity! The Los Picos estate is located in the prestigious Nagueles area of Marbella's Golden Mile, a gated community known for its high level of security. However, it is currently classified as rustic land, which means it can be used for agricultural purposes such as growing crops or keeping horses. Nevertheless, there is potential for development as the estate is involved in an...
The "golden window of opportunity" period in the real estate market is a crucial time when sellers are more likely to receive top money for their homes. In a primary home market, the golden window is typically between two to five weeks after the property is listed. During this time, a new listed property attracts the most interest, and there are more potential buyers viewing the...
Investing in property during a recession and while interest rates are increasing can be a great opportunity for real estate investors, as there are several advantages to buying property during this time. One advantage is that when people are unable to get mortgages, they are more likely to rent, which increases the demand for rental properties. Investors can demand higher rent payments...
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...