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10 years in Spain - What has happened Keith Blacktower Agent & AdvisorThis year will be my tenth anniversary of coming to live in Spain. Like many expats, over the years I have been impacted by frequent changes that have affected the way we live and the way we deal with our finances. A series of global events have seriously..

Cut your electricity bill by up to two thirds with solar panels from Grupo Sia in Murcia and AlicantePhotovoltaic energy and electric car charger installations in the Costa Blanca and Costa Cálida As climate change drives the transition of Spain towards more sustainable energy sources and away from fossil fuels Grupo Sia are helping residents of the..

Heniam & Associates La Manga Club for paperwork, administrative and home care services in the Murcia region Costa CálidaIt can sometimes seem that living in Spain involves an endless and frustrating battle with legal and administrative paperwork. On many occasions those who try to help only make matters worse by providing a de-personalized service which pays little or no attention..

Protea Wellness Audiology for high quality hearing aids at prices which will make your ears pop!Hearing aids tailored to your needs in the Costa Blanca and Costa Cálida areas As the years go by it is almost inevitable that many of us start to notice that our hearing is no longer as sharp and reliable as it used to be, especially in social.. 30/03/2021

Easily import your UK-registered car onto Spanish plates with Car Registrations SpainCar Registrations Spain now offering complete and low-cost import procedure management in Murcia, Almeria, Alicante and throughout Spain. When making the move to Spain many UK nationals prefer to continue driving their British-registered car, but a surprising..

Vivien Stuart learn Spanish and the Spanish language, Spanish classes for expats in Puerto de MazarrónSmall groups and one-to-one classes from an experienced language professional. Vivien Stuart offers English and Spanish language tuition to students of all levels from a fully equipped classroom at the “Beep” computer store in Avenida.. 22/01/2021

Is there anything more important than HEALTH?Society is more and more interested in looking after their health because a good well-being means a better lifestyle. We see information on a daily basis on social media, television, newspapers etc. In order to have a healthy lifestyle, it is very important..

Why you should plan your funeral todayAccording to a study by funeral plan provider Avalon, one in ten people wouldn’t feel comfortable talking to a loved one about their funeral wishes. In truth, it’s probably the last thing you want to think about when you’re enjoying..

Understanding the Funeral Process in Spain will help to avoid stress at a difficult time with avalonIn Spain, it is the norm to plan ahead for your funeral. It’s all part of making things easier for the family and loved ones. The cost of a funeral in Spain continues to rise and most Spanish families take out some kind of funeral plan to cover..

What is a Gota Fría?Never underestimate the destructive power of the rain in Spain The Gota Fría is the popular name given in Spain to a meteorological phenomenon which can cause devastating flooding, especially in the south-east of the country along the Mediterranean..

Invest in your health with ASSSASome people are mainly focused on the price when they look for a health insurance and they decide to contract the cheapest one, but… Watch Out! Inexpensive health insurances are available on the market at the time of contracting the policy, but as..

Spanish residency for expats explained Blacktower Financial ServicesNormal (Civil) and fiscal residency is the topic I get the most questions about. It is not my area of expertise, but this is the information you need.  Many people think that they are one and the same thing. But they are not. What is the normal.. 05/06/2020

The virus: a time to invest wisely for the long term and to take professional advice How long will the coronavirus last, what impact will it have on the global economy and have we hit the bottom yet? A message from Keith Littlewood at Blacktower Financial Management As I write from my desk at home, it strikes me how quickly we.. 30/03/2020

Get your dog vaccinated against Leishmaniasis if you live in Spain No fully effective vaccine has been developed but jabs are a sound investment in your dog’s health The hazards to the health of pet dogs are rather different in Mediterranean coastal areas of Spain from those which are common in northern Europe.. 19/02/2020

Ratoncito Peréz, the Spanish tooth fairy The rodent happily removes teeth from under pillows all over Spain for a small fee One of the landmark moments in the development of a young child is the day they lose the first of their baby teeth, an event which in the UK is traditionally associated.. 07/02/2020

MRM Virtual Associate helping businesses operate efficiently in the Region of Murcia Outsource admin tasks to a trilingual associate and free up time to manage your business Michelle at MRM Virtual Associate has worked for over 20 years in office administration and now, backed by an exceptional team, is able to bring her experience as..

Ripped off?????How to complain about car hire companies via Spanish consumer complaints officesThe advice applies to all Spanish airports and any car hire company although the specific complaints we received related to Corvera airport in Murcia This summer has seen a large number of dissatisfied customers airing their views on social media.. 11/09/2019

Repatriation: What happens when someone dies in SpainRepatriation: What happens when someone dies in Spain? Article by Avalon Funeral Plans. It’s not something anyone likes to dwell on, but if you’re an expat living in Spain, it’s important to think about what might happen when you or..

Intensive and long-term Spanish language courses at the Funcarele school in Cartagena Learning Spanish is fun and effective at the only Instituto Cervantes school in Cartagena Funcarele caters for students of all ages and abilities  As well as being an unfulfilled aim of many British expats living in the Costa Cálida, learning..

How to make an appointment with your Murcia health service doctor online Online consultations can also be booked via the SMS website Last year the SMS public health service of the Region of Murcia reports that over 3 million appointments were made either via the service’s website or by the “Portal del Paciente&..