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Your real estate guide for investing in property throughout Europe
Where would you like to Buy Real Estate?
Buying your own piece of Europe is simple with the right guidance and advice. Our team of English-speaking real estate lawyers advise and support real estate investors the world over to make smart and fulfilling investment decisions in Europe.
Lexidy LegalTech Boutique makes the law simple so that our clients don’t get lost in translation.
The first step is deciding what you’d like to invest in and where it would be. That’s it – Lexidy’s team of real estate experts across Europe does the rest.
We are Real Estate experts who speak your language
Our English-speaking property lawyers understand what is the best route and approach for someone moving to a new country or making an investment. We have specialist knowledge to advise you on how to maximize your real estate investment and understand the associated benefits, such as Golden Visas, tax breaks and regeneration initiatives. It can be as easy as deciding to retire somewhere sunny on the Mediterranean and buying a home to secure a golden Visa. For others, it’s entering Europe’s competitive real estate investment market for commercial real estate or trying to secure a stable yield from a city apartment in Madrid, Barcelona, LIsbon, Athens, Lisbon or Paris.
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Alejandro Cano
Associate - LLM Abogado ( El Salvador )
Júlia Cleries
Paralegal
Juan Diego Muñoz
Head of the Real Estate Department
Eduardo Muñoz Lorenzo
Lawyer
Queralt Codinach
Trainee
Pedro Poiret Saldanha
Lawyer
Ricardo Monteiro
Lawyer
Vasco Dias
LawyerLexidy’s legal team across Europe will dedicate their focus to understanding your unique situation and propose solutions that are best for you and your investment. Sometimes, the real estate purchase is pursued for another purpose, such as a Golden Visa. Our team will help you understand which Golden Visa and investment program best suits your needs. Others have moved to a new country and are considering permanent residency, and wish to have their own place in their new home.
Our team of Real Estate experts and lawyers will walk you through the process of buying a home and how to avoid the common pitfalls as well as the quirks of the marketplace. We’ll explain how Spain’s Arras works and why you need a well-drafted CPCV in Portugal. We’ll also help you with our analysis of the marketplace so your new commercial property is well-priced and will deliver a return on investment.
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Immigration
We know that moving to a new country is a decision that changes lives forever. Our dynamic team of immigration lawyers works with an efficient mentality to save our clients time and efforts.
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Business
We know the legal aspects of getting your business project in a foreign country can be anything but an easy, straightforward process, – that’s why we come in! We will be by your side every step of the way, so you can actually focus your time on your new Business Project.
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Real Estate
We offer one of the best options in the world for either investing or simply relocating; not only because of its vibrant environment but also because we welcome any culture that wants to join us. We are here to help you achieve your goals.
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Tax & Accounting
The Lexidy team is here to make our clients’ lives easier by giving them confidence in their taxes. Our Tax and Accounting department provides services to both individuals and companies.
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What do you want to buy?
Europe is an attractive market for global real estate investors. Investment decisions are protected by rule of law at national and EU level and the market has stable yields or capital gains, depending on the asset you are seeking. Moreover, Europe has something for everybody, whether it’s a Commercial Yachting business in Greece to capitalize on its 227 islands, or a city apartment in Paris for rental income or even a new home on the Spanish coast for retirees seeking a Golden Visa.
Once you have decided on the type of asset and where you want to buy it, our legal team of real estate lawyers will ensure that the property is right for you by analyzing your situation and performing due diligence to ensure the investment is proper.
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Understand the costs and taxes
With a location, purpose and asset confirmed, our real estate team will calculate the fees and taxes that are due. These are usually paid by the buyer and vary from country to country as well as from region to region. Typically, there will be a down payment of 10% to secure the property. This is called an Arras in Spain or CPCV in Portugal, however, in both of those markets, if one of the parties withdraws from then they forfeit the down payment or have to pay double the amount.
Beyond that there are notary costs, land registration fees, legal fees and property transfer taxes, which vary on how modern the real estate asset is.
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Power of attorney
For some investors, regularly traveling to Europe to sign documentation, meet notaries or open bank accounts is time consuming and expensive. It’s simpler and more affordable to appoint a lawyer as Power of Attorney to act on your behalf when conducting the transaction and handling the bureaucracy. The terms and duration of the Power of Attorney are defined by the client, so this will always ensure that the legal representative will always act in the best interest of the investor.
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Submit and file your visa application
Our English-speaking real estate lawyers will work with our immigration experts to prepare any documentation required for visas via investment. Many ex-pats who buy real estate in Europe do so in order to get a Golden Visa, which is a very attractive residence permit. We will drive you through unfamiliar processes like getting sworn translations, legalization of documents, apostille stamps and meeting Public Notaries. The team at Lexidy LegalTech Boutique has vast experience in mastering these steps and is here to handle visas via investment application. The team will also work closely with the tax team to ensure that you benefit from Europe’s range of special tax regimes, which offer low tax rates to foreigners.
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Have fun
With your visa in your passport and keys to your new property in your hands, the world is your oyster. The final step is to embrace your new life and have fun. We’ll touch base with you once in a while to ensure that your stay in Europe is going exactly how you planned. Sometimes the unexpected arises and we’re here to ensure that you’re not lost in translation for things like taxes, visa renewals or whatever may arise. Enjoy the ride.
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Be happy. Join a community of satisfied and successful customers
Bob Tricarico
12:34 15 Mar 23
Lexidy Law Boutique supported us on our recent home purchase in Portugal. It was a long process, but our lawyer, Pedro Saldahna was with us every step of the way. He guided us through the process and even helped with our builder, our estate agent and our mortgage company. The entire Lexidy team has been super supportive throughout the whole process. Highly recommend!
Bella F.
19:09 11 Jan 23
I'm so over this crowd. Paid a huge deposit 2 YEARS AGO just to be passed from pillar to post. I'm now on lawyer number 5 - all the others left the company - go figure. I'm moving on to a different firm and will be requesting a refund. Don't waste your time and money like I did. I agree with other reviews that the positives are probably sponsored
Harald Malm
11:40 30 Nov 22
Lexidy's first submission on my behalf cost 400+VAT. For up to two years, I thought everything was fine. Until I received a notice from the Spanish tax authorities asking for official receipts and translations which were quoted at over 4000 euros. The submission was rejected and my tax liability was re-calculated making me owe thousands..During the process, there was no personal consultation, I had to edit and make several corrections, documents for the wrong year were submitted, the draft cover letter addressed me as a female.A attention to detail and quality control does not exist. I was moved from one advisor to the next and eventually left on my own with Spanish Tax Authorities.Had they given me proper tax advice like I paid them for, I would have been informed as to exactly what documents I should gather and translate for this process. Lack of clarity and communication is evident in the pathetic email chain with this company.They called with an urgent request for an additional 800+VAT and stated that if I did not immediately pay they would not support me any further when the issues has not been brought to resolution at all. How am I to trust this company and pay them another penny when I have been provided with a lack of competence and accountability.
Ryan Rich
12:47 17 Aug 22
Lexidy has helped us so much in both the business and immigration side. We continue to use them for all legal needs and recommend them highly.
Ali Delshad
11:49 26 Jul 22
First of all, I would like to appreciate all the team members of Lexidy for helping me to get my residency card.I had a great experience especially on the SEF appointment day with their kind and helpful Brazilian expert which made my experience smooth and without stress.When you decide to work with this law company you should notice that you don’t just pay for lawyers but also for the quality, respect and safety.I’m totally happy with the processes and quality of their job.
Foysal Miah
20:47 25 Jul 22
It’s been more than two years now, I have known Lexidy and their amazing team. This company peoples are so active and helpful especially Karla. She is very kind and patience. Really appreciate your job and helping us to get a better future.
RICHARD BRITTON
21:46 29 Jun 22
We contacted Lexidy Law boutique when we recently moved from Cyprus to open a new chapter in our lives to move into a house in Brittany that we had bought 12 years previously. We had underestimated the twists and turns involved in obtaining residency in France - so we contacted Lexidy Law Boutique and were assigned Eleonore, an immigration lawyer well acquainted with French immigration laws. From the very beginning we realised she was determined that we should have a successful outcome and she guided us expertly to avoid all the pitfalls in the process of applying for residency. She even accompanied us to the prefecture and ensured that everything went smoothly - without her presence we might well have not succeeded.We thank and highly recommend Eleonore and Lexidy Law Boutique.
Declan Ryan
20:48 01 Jun 22
The Lexidy team is uniquely positioned to provide pan-European business and tax advisory services; what would be complex or impossible for a country-specific advisor is straightforward for Lexidy. They answered in days what would take weeks for other firms.
Rick Kleinhans
13:03 27 Apr 22
Lexidy has been a lifesaver. The entire team has helped us so much on different matters both personal and corporate. Isabel in correcting an error by a previous accountant that was costing us an extra €1000 every month in social security payments! Jose with various matters and tax advice. Diego in helping us get documents notarized in Valencia even though he is based in Madrid. I cannot recommend them enough!
Aleksandar Vorinski
08:12 25 Apr 22
I recently purchased apartment, got NIE and opened bank account with their help. I m satisfied with their service, they are accurate and responsible.
A
17:31 24 Apr 22
I’ve dealt with hundreds of solicitors through business over the years but I must say Cristina and Lexidy Law are really something special. Responsiveness, proactiveness, knowledge and professionalism is, quite frankly, outstanding.M.
Sarah Taylor
11:03 31 Mar 22
Lexidy did an amazing job setting up our company in Spain, which was a complicated and lengthy affair which they handled with patience and professionalism. Their ongoing tax, accounting and payroll services have been greatly appreciated. Friendly and professional team with perfect English. Highly recommended!
Jonas Hendrickx
15:50 03 Dec 21
The labour law advice I was looking for. Delivered the answer quoting the law texts in Spanish as requested to make sure I was actually getting the correct answer for my question!These people are worth your money.
Kristen Wilkinson
14:53 20 Oct 21
Update: While all of the initial responses were pretty quick, they started getting busy, so I had to constantly follow up. We have since sought assistance elsewhere.My husband and I plan to move from the USA to Porto, Portugal in the spring/early summer of 2023. We didn't know where to start or what to expect. I searched online and found Lexidy Law Boutique. Their website is intuitive, informative and inviting. I emailed the office and Lidiane responded within a few hours. Based on the information in my email, she emailed us appropriate information on our situation. She was very professional and offered to set up a web call if we wanted to. We ended up having our web call today and will be starting our journey of becoming Portuguese citizens. She informed us of the first steps, all of the documentation we need and what the law firm can do for us. Right after our call, she emailed us detailed information regarding pricing and what is entailed in that pricing. So far, the beginning of our journey is a positive one.
Parisa Fardad
05:20 21 Sep 21
I have started to work with this company which was my friend recommendation. My first experiences have been very good. They are responsive, friendly and cares about their costumers.
Thijs van de Laak
05:16 15 Sep 21
I experienced good, constructive and accurate service by Lexidy in composing my SHA. Thanks Hector and Samual
陳震東
07:43 08 Sep 21
Samuel is very professional and patient. Really appreciate.
Erik van der Linden
00:01 08 Sep 21
I contacted this company regarding a Labour dispute with a former employer. I quickly got an honest response that according to Spanish Labour laws, nothing could really be done anymore. Impressed with their swift, direct and honest opinion, I explained this was a very unusual case and would like to hire their services. Again I got a swift and direct answer that they did not deal with those kind of cases. Rather than milking a client, they showed admirable integrity by turning down the case…. a rare quality these days. My compliments.
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