Welcome to ALVANCI: your partner in purchasing properties in Madrid
Buying a home is one of the most important decisions in life. It’s not just about choosing a beautiful house, but ensuring every legal, financial, and practical aspect is under control. We understand that this process can be complex, especially if you’re a foreigner or lack prior experience in the Spanish property market.
That’s why we exist: to guide our clients every step of the way, from the moment the idea of investing in Spain arises to the day they enjoy the keys to their new property.
At ALVANCI, we don’t sell houses. Our job is to help you buy the right property, one that aligns with your personal, family, or investment goals. We analyse every opportunity as if it were for ourselves, with an objective, independent, and strategic perspective.
Spain has a highly diverse property market, and we can find for you: from holiday flats to luxury villas and urban homes in Madrid. But such diversity can be overwhelming. That’s why having a professional team to filter, analyse, and negotiate on your behalf makes all the difference. We offer security, trust, and support at every stage.
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Trust drives us. We know our clients entrust us with one of the most significant decisions of their lives: investing in a property. That’s why we operate on three core pillars:
Transparency: We have no interest in selling a catalogue of homes. Our sole aim is to find the right property for you.
Independence: We don’t work for developers or estate agencies. We represent only the buyer.
Proximity: We believe buying a home is not just a financial process but an emotional one. We support each client as if they were part of our family.
Additionally, our financial perspective sets us apart. With expertise in financial management, investment analysis, and strategic planning, we evaluate each purchase strategically: we don’t just help you find a home, but a sound and profitable investment.
In countries like the United States, United Kingdom, or France, the concept of a Real Estate Personal Shopper is well-established.
A Real Estate Personal Shopper is an exclusive advisor for the buyer. While traditional estate agencies work for the seller and aim to close deals quickly, a Real Estate Personal Shopper focuses on protecting the buyer’s interests.
A Real Estate Personal Shopper assists with:
Defining clear objectives: investment, second home, or family residence.
Searching the entire market: not just portals, but also off-market properties through professional contacts.
Analysing risks: legal aspects, licences, mortgages, and property condition.
Negotiating the price: securing more favourable terms.
Saving time: we filter and visit properties on your behalf.
Guiding you through the entire process: from search to signing at the notary.
In short, a Real Estate Personal Shopper is your personal property lawyer, trusted advisor, and market representative.
We’ve adapted this concept to the Spanish context, incorporating a financial approach to ensure your purchase is secure and profitable.
Initial Consultation and Goal Setting
Before starting any search, we need to understand you. We arrange a personal or virtual meeting to analyse:
Your realistic budget and associated purchase costs.
Your goals: living, investing, renting, or enjoying holidays.
Your financial and tax profile.
Your location preferences, lifestyle, and long-term expectations.
With this information, we create a tailored action plan.
Comprehensive Market Search
We don’t work with a limited catalogue. We access:
Property portals.
Local estate agencies.
Professional contacts and off-market properties.
Auctions and exclusive opportunities.
From hundreds of options, we filter and select only those that truly suit you.
Feasibility Reports
Each selected property comes with a detailed report, including:
Legal status (deeds, encumbrances, mortgages, licences).
Actual purchase costs (taxes, notary, registry, conveyancing).
Expected rental yield if applicable.
Potential for appreciation.
Identified risks.
Visits and Reports: We coordinate in-person visits and, if you can’t travel, we record comprehensive videos and prepare comparative property reports for Madrid.
Negotiation: We defend your interests exclusively, negotiating price and terms professionally to ensure the most advantageous purchase.
Closing and Notary Support: We review all contracts with specialised lawyers and accompany you at every signing, ensuring everything is in order.
After-Sale Services: Our commitment doesn’t end with the keys. We offer:
Renovation and interior design.
Decoration and furnishing.
Management of holiday or long-term rentals.
Tax and accounting advice for residents and non-residents.
We have a national network of offices that allows us to cover all of Spain.
Benefits of Hiring Us:
Time savings: we search and filter for you.
Legal security: every property is reviewed by lawyers and experts.
Better price: we negotiate on your behalf.
Network of professionals: architects, lawyers, notaries, interior designers.
Comprehensive support: from the initial idea to property management.
International expertise: we understand the needs of overseas buyers.
What Sets Us Apart from an Estate Agency in Madrid?
Traditional estate agencies represent the seller. We represent only the buyer.
Can I Hire You If I Live Abroad?
Yes. We manage everything online and travel on your behalf.
How Much Does Your Service Cost?
Our fees are clear and fair. Typically, the savings from our negotiations exceed our costs.
What Happens If I Don’t Buy a Property?
No problem. We don’t pressure you to close deals; we keep searching until you’re satisfied.
Can I Rent Out My Property After Buying?
Yes, we advise on regulations and manage the process.
An Irish client looking to invest in Madrid contacted us, and after analysing 35 properties, we shortlisted three options. They purchased a holiday flat at 15% below the initial asking price. Today, they achieve an 8% annual return.
A Spanish family living in Germany dreamed of returning to Spain and buying a home in Madrid. Thanks to our search and negotiation, they acquired a property in an area with schools, hospitals, and transport, without worrying about complex paperwork. We can do the same for you to find a flat in Madrid that meets your dreams.
We believe the future of the property market in Madrid will be more personalised, transparent, and digital. That’s why we’re building a national network of Real Estate Personal Shoppers to serve clients worldwide who want to invest or relocate to Spain.
Our mission is that, in a few years, hiring a Real Estate Personal Shopper will be as common as hiring a lawyer or financial advisor.
Buying a property in Madrid is an excellent decision, but it involves understanding certain steps and costs that are often overlooked. At ALVANCI, we guide you through each one, but here’s a clear guide to help you understand the process.
Define Your Realistic Budget
It’s not enough to know the property’s cost. You must also consider:
Taxes: For second-hand properties, you’ll pay Property Transfer Tax (ITP), which varies between 6% and 10% depending on the region. For new properties, you’ll pay VAT (10% for homes, 21% for commercial properties).
Notary, registry, and conveyancing fees: typically around 1% to 2% of the price.
Professional fees: lawyers, architects, or Real Estate Personal Shoppers (like us).
Example: For a €200,000 property, additional costs will range between €18,000 and €25,000.
Analyse the Property
It’s essential to check:
Whether it has outstanding charges or mortgages.
Compliance with urban planning regulations.
Possession of a certificate of habitability or first occupancy licence.
Physical condition (necessary renovations, energy efficiency).
Negotiate the Price
In Madrid, prices are often negotiable. A good strategy can reduce the initial price by 5% to 15%.
Sign the Deposit Contract
This is a private agreement where the buyer pays a deposit (usually 10%). If the buyer backs out, they lose the deposit. If the seller breaches, they must return double.
Notary Signing
The public deed is signed, the full price is paid, and the buyer receives the keys. Afterwards, the property is registered with the Land Registry.
Post-Purchase
After buying, you need to:
Pay the relevant taxes.
Change utilities (water, electricity, internet).
For investments, manage rentals or prepare the property.
We make all these steps easy, secure, and stress-free for you.
We’ll transform this journey into a guided experience from start to finish, broken into logical stages where we handle the complex details, so you only make the key decisions.
As founders of ALVANCI, our background in financial management and investment taught us a fundamental truth: every property purchase should be analysed as a strategic investment. Yet, we realised buyers often lack someone to exclusively defend their interests.
We envisioned a new way to buy, one where the client has a team of experts acting as their eyes, ears, and shield in the market. Instead of being a mere intermediary between buyer and seller, we become your partners. We dive into the market for you, evaluate properties objectively and independently, and negotiate the best terms to ensure every euro of your investment is secure.
Madrid awaits, whether for a second home, family residence, or investment opportunity. But the key to success isn’t just finding a beautiful place—it’s ensuring every legal and financial detail aligns with your goals. That’s our promise: to turn an overwhelming process into a secure, transparent, and, above all, successful experience.
If you’re looking for a home in Madrid, you’re in the right place; contact us directly via the form or WhatsApp, and our team will help you settle into the home of your dreams.
Your future starts now. Contact us via WhatsApp or our contact form, and we’ll guide you to paradise. Book your FREE, no-obligation consultation with one of our Real Estate Personal Shopper experts today.
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