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Spain Targets Foreign Buyers with 100% Home Tax

1/23/2025

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Spain's government plans a 100% tax on homes purchased by non-EU residents to safeguard local buyers amid a housing crisis.
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez highlights rising rents and foreign investments, noting foreigners represent 15% of real estate transactions.
New regulations mandate registration and data collection for short-term rentals, imposing fines for violations.
Critics, including Airbnb, argue these measures could negatively impact jobs and local economies, while housing supply remains insufficient.

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Spain's government plans a 100% tax on homes purchased by non-EU residents to safeguard local buyers amid a housing crisis.
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez highlights rising rents and foreign investments, noting foreigners represent 15% of real estate transactions.
New regulations mandate registration and data collection for short-term rentals, imposing fines for violations.
Critics, including Airbnb, argue these measures could negatively impact jobs and local economies, while housing supply remains insufficient.