Property Buyer’s Agent in Barcelona

Owner

MARK CARR

I work with wonderful people helping them realize
their dream of living in this fascinating city. Who could ask for more?

Google Rating
4.8
Based on 35 reviews
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Welcome to Barcelona!

I’m Mark Carr, the owner of Spain advisors. I’m an attorney from the USA and have been living in Barcelona for 22 years. Barcelona is a great investment and 2023 is a great time to buy. From a small flat in the Gothic Quarter, a modern apartment in the city or country home in Catalonia, we can help you get it. If you’re a Non-Spaniard looking to buy property in Barcelona, you’re at the right website.  

Spanish banks love lending to foreigners. We can make the introduction so you can open an account, get mortgage information and hopefully pre-approval. We also work with a Spanish tax attorney, an interior designer and an architect giving you all the contacts you’ll need to move forward. Let's go!

Interview with Spain Advisors' CEO

Mark explains the buying process, Barcelona's housing market, and why 2021 is an excellent time to buy a property.

An interview with two of our clients

New Yorkers Bill & Tess Fischer talk about Barcelona, the buying process, and Spain Advisors.

Client, Bas Kwasieckyj

"Buying property in a different country is not easy. Mark Carr was able to negotiate a better price for our apartment. I simply couldn't have done it without him and I would definitely recommend Spain Advisors to anyone new to Spain."

Client, Bas Kwasieckyj

"Buying property in a different country is not easy. Mark Carr was able to negotiate a better price for our apartment. I simply couldn't have done it without him and I would definitely recommend Spain Advisors to anyone new to Spain."

Our Google Reviews

These are original, unedited reviews posted by our clients on Google Reviews.

Spain Advisors
Spain Advisors
4.8
Based on 35 reviews
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Andrew Gausden
Andrew Gausden
19:50 31 Jan 23
We retained Mark's consulting services to purchase our first home in Barcelona. From the 1st meeting to the final settlement, he... was punctual and meticulously diligent. Mark took the time to explain all of the complexities of purchasing property in Spain, often speaking to my wife and I separately in both Spainish and English. He engaged with 3rd parties on our behalf and repeatedly made himself available to broker solutions as difficulties were presented. I can earnestly recommend his services without any reservations. I am certain we saved more than his reasonable fee many times over in avoiding potential expensive pitfalls. I would not purchase any more property without his assistance. I look forward to working with Mark again.read more
Bas Kwasieckyj
Bas Kwasieckyj
13:02 17 Nov 22
Buying property in a different country is not an easy task. Even though it is a very formal process, Spain Advisors have kept our... contact informal, the information to what was expected from me very clear and always to the point.Mark Carr was able to negotiate a better price for our apartment.I simply couldn't have done it without him and I would definitely recommend Spain Advisors to anyone new to Spain.read more
Noe Rodriguez
Noe Rodriguez
04:35 02 Nov 22
110% recommendable! Mark knew what questions to ask and helped us navigate through the norms of purchasing our second home in... Spain.read more
Matthew Watt
Matthew Watt
09:48 08 Sep 22
Very different experience from buying in the UK to buying here in Barcelona. We could not have completed without Mark. Super... helpful, on top of everything and made sure we had everything we would need and some. Got started right away which was nice (within a week). Can't recommend this service enough to anyone looking to buy here who is not Spanish.read more
Laura Gooch
Laura Gooch
08:24 24 Aug 22
We are English Expats and have just bought our first property in Spain. Mark held our hands through the entire process ensuring... we were comfortable and had full understanding of the process and terms. We cannot recommend Mark highly enough for anyone unfamiliar with the buying process in Spain.read more
Mungai Boulch
Mungai Boulch
18:35 26 Jul 22
First time home buyer and expat in Spain. Mark walked me through the entire process, helped with negotation, organized all the... paperwork, provided recommendations for mortgages and other services amongst other things. As an added bonus he's also a really nice guy! Highly recommended.read more

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Common Questions
Is 2021 a good time to buy a property in Barcelona?

Yes, international demand is currently suppressed. A lot of overseas buyers can’t travel to Barcelona now, and the local market is currently weak. Thus, owners are forced to negotiate down the price. Once COVID is over, costs will probably go up...fast.

Can you help me get a mortgage?

Yes. we can take you to a large bank in Barcelona to ask questions and get their terms. Or I can organize a Zoom call. Interest rates are at an all-time low, and banks lend up to 80% of the purchase price. These rates won't last long.

How do I know if the price I see online is fair?

By visiting properties and comparing prices. There’s no other way; you have to see the properties one at a time. There's no market price in Barcelona as each property is unique. So sellers pick a price and hope for the best.

Do I really need someone to help me find and buy property in Spain?

Your call. The vast majority of the Google Reviews say 'yes' as it saves you time, stress, and sometimes money. Several issues from title to taxes will probably come up. See Buyer's Agent article.

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