For buyers

Legal Advice for Buying Property in Estepona

A complete conveyancing service that makes buying a home or investment on the Costa del Sol simple, transparent and legally secure — with one trusted lawyer by your side from offer to completion.

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Conveyancing for buyers

Buy with confidence, not uncertainty

Buying a property in a foreign country can feel overwhelming. Different language, different paperwork, different rules. Our complete conveyancing service for buyers is designed to remove that uncertainty so you can focus on choosing the right home or investment, knowing the legal side is fully handled.

We act only for you — never for the agent, developer or seller. Every contract is reviewed before you sign, every risk is flagged in plain English, and every euro you pay is accounted for.

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What we do

Everything included in our buyer service

Full legal due diligence on the property — ownership, charges, debts and planning situation.
Review and negotiate all reservation, deposit and private purchase contracts before you sign.
Advise on the payment schedule, penalties and completion dates to make sure the terms are fair.

Coordinate with your estate agent, bank and the notary, attending completion on your behalf if needed.
Arrange Power of Attorney so you can complete even if you are not in Spain.
Handle all post-completion registrations and taxes, ensuring the property is registered in your name.

Our process

How a purchase works with Virto Lawyers

Initial consultation

We review your purchase, explain the Spanish process and agree a fixed fee before any work begins.

Due diligence

We verify ownership, check for debts, charges and planning issues, and confirm the property is legally sound.

Contracts & deposit

We review and negotiate the reservation and private purchase contract, protecting your deposit and your rights.

Completion at the notary

We prepare everything for signing, attend on your behalf if needed, and confirm funds and conditions are correct.

Registration & taxes

We pay the relevant taxes, register the property in your name and hand you a clean, completed file.

Good to know

Buyer questions, answered

Do I need a lawyer to buy property in Spain?

It is not legally compulsory, but it is strongly recommended. An independent lawyer protects you from hidden debts, planning irregularities and unfair contract terms that an agent or developer has no obligation to disclose.

Can you handle the purchase if I am not in Spain?

Yes. Through a Power of Attorney we can carry out due diligence, sign contracts and complete at the notary on your behalf, so you do not need to travel for every step.

What taxes and costs apply when buying?

Typically transfer tax or VAT, notary and land registry fees, and our legal fee. We give you a clear written breakdown of all expected costs before you commit.

How much do you charge?

We work on fixed, transparent fees agreed in advance — no hidden extras. Contact us with the details of your purchase for a precise quote.

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Book a Consultation about Buying Property

Tell us about your purchase in Estepona and the Costa del Sol and one of our real estate lawyers will get back to you shortly — initial consultation, clear English and fixed fees agreed in advance.

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