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Spaniards among the happiest people in EuropeA study found that while people in Spain are happy with their personal relationships they deeply distrust the government In an attempt to map general well-being in Europe, the EU has compiled a wide range of statistics that show Spaniards are among.. 14/09/2021

Torre Pacheco council obliged to refund services charges to Mar Menor Golf Resort AssociationRegional planning laws oblige councils to supply municipal services. Prior to the 2010 economic downturn the construction of golf resorts and urbanisations principally targeting second property owners was at its peak along the Mediterranean coastline, but..

Spanish Property Repossession HELP!Spanish Property Repossession is an incredibly slow process but once the Banks start the process, it becomes unrelenting. The Spanish Courts are awash with Property issues including Repossession and Deposit Reclaim hearings and the Actions can take years...

Changes to Spanish electricity tariffs from June 1 will affect everyone in SpainLower voltage tariffs affect practically all Spanish private households. All energy users in Spain will have noticed in recent months that their energy costs have increased significantly due to prices in the wholesale energy market and on June 1 a new billing..

Brits living in Spain for more than 15 years to be given right to vote in UK electionsBritons living in Spain for more than 15 years will be able to vote in local and general elections in the UK  and municipal elections in Spain Three million British citizens living overseas - including Spain - will be given the right to vote.. 28/05/2021

On May 11 speed limits will change on urban roads across Spain Be aware, although some signage has been replaced, in most cases there will be no visual indication that the speed limits have been reduced On Tuesday May 11 changes to the speed limits in urban areas will come into force, six months after Spain.. 05/05/2021

Sources of information and possible help for anyone unemployed in Spain A brief guide to obtaining benefits and help should you need them Needing to work to make a living in a foreign country means navigating your way through unfamiliar bureaucracy in a different language. Knowing the basics of how the system works.. 22/04/2021

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..

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..