Legal (10)
- Title clean at Land Registry (Nota Simple)
- Cadastral data matches reality (m², plot, layout)
- First Occupation Licence (Licencia de Primera Ocupación) on file
- PGOU planning status — no open expediente
- Habitability certificate (Cédula de Habitabilidad)
- Energy Performance Certificate (CEE)
- Community statutes — short-term rentals allowed?
- Community debt certificate signed
- IBI receipts paid (last 4 years)
- No embargos or charges
Structural (10)
- Independent building survey
- Roof, terrace and pool waterproofing
- Foundations — no settlement cracks
- Damp survey (especially basement)
- Pool engineering and filtration
- Septic / mains sewage status
- Electrical certificate updated
- Boiler / heat-pump age and service history
- Mature tree root issues
- Pest history (termites in older properties)
Infrastructure (10)
- Fibre internet at the gate
- Mobile signal at the bedroom
- Mains water pressure
- Backup water tank / pump
- Backup power options
- Solar panels — owned or leased?
- EV charger ready
- Alarm and monitoring contract transferable
- Pool service contract transferable
- Garden service contract transferable
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- Drive to nearest supermarket
- Drive to school
- Walk to coffee/dinner
- Beach access (15 min in summer?)
- Noise survey at peak hours
- Sun path — when do you lose the pool?
- Wind exposure (poniente vs levante)
- Neighbour quality (rentals next door?)
- Construction in the area (cranes visible?)
- View protection (what could be built in front?)
Financial (5)
- ITP / IVA + Stamp Duty
- Notary + Land Registry budget
- Lawyer fees + survey + valuation
- Annual IBI, basura, community, Modelo 210
- Insurance quote in hand
Closing (5)
- NIE issued, in hand
- Spanish bank account funded
- Mortgage offer (if applicable) in writing
- Currency transfer plan (forward contract for large amounts)
- Move-in checklist with the lawyer for day 1
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