Useful stuff

Everything we wish someone had told us

Free relocation guides, our latest videos and straight-talking commentary on the market between Marbella and Sotogrande.

01 — Free guides

Three honest relocation guides

Guide for British Expats

Residency, tax, healthcare and buying as a UK national post-Brexit.

Cover of The Middle East Families Guide to Relocating to Spain

Relocating from Dubai

Swapping the Gulf for the Costa del Sol — schools, tax and lifestyle.

Cover of The Americans Guide to Relocating to Spain

Guide for US Citizens

FATCA, double taxation, visas and what American buyers need to plan for.

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02 — Latest videos

Straight from the channel

The three most recent videos from the Hackett Estates YouTube channel appear here.

Latest from Hackett Estates

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Latest from Hackett Estates

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Latest from Hackett Estates

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03 — Blog

What the market is really doing

No press releases. No hype. Just what we're seeing between Marbella and Sotogrande.

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Relocation

Can Brits Still Move to Spain After Brexit?

One of the questions we hear all the time is: can British citizens still move to Spain after Brexit? The short answer is yes.

1 September 2026Simon Hackett 5 min read

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Buying guide

How Much Do You Need When Buying in Spain?

The price on the listing is not the full amount you need to complete the purchase. Taxes, professional fees, registration costs and, if you are using finance, the deposit all need to be considered.

1 August 2026Simon Hackett 5 min read

Market update

Spain Property Market Update Q1–Q2 2026

Spain's property market entered 2026 with a combination that continues to support residential demand: economic growth, easing inflation, a lower interest-rate environment, strong international interest and a persistent shortage of homes.

1 July 2026Simon Hackett 5 min read

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Relocation

Spain vs Dubai: The Real Lifestyle Tax You Need to Know

Both can offer sunshine, attractive homes and an international lifestyle, but they deliver very different versions of day-to-day life.

1 June 2026Simon Hackett 5 min read

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Area guide

The Ultimate Guide to Living in Sotogrande

There are places that impress you when you arrive, and places that quietly become part of your life. Sotogrande belongs firmly in the second category.

1 May 2026Simon Hackett 5 min read

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Education & relocation

Why British Families Are Choosing Spain for Education

A new home, better weather and a different pace of life may all sound appealing, but if you have children, the decision usually comes back to one thing: what will their schooling look like?

1 April 2026Simon Hackett 5 min read

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