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Ley 6/2025 – The New Fundamental Regulation of Tourist Residential Use in the Canary Islands
Why Ley 6/2025 Is the Big Bang Ley 6/2025 is not an ordinary law. It is the Big Bang that redefines the entire legal framework of tourist residential use in the Canary Islands. With this law, Vivienda Vacacional (VV) is no longer treated as a free or general use but as a special use that is only permitted where the municipal plan explicitly allows it. This shifts the balance of power: away from broad island‑wide rules, towards precise municipal decision‑making. Ley 6/2025 is

Oliver Schlolaut
4 days ago4 min read


Canary Islands 2026: Property Purchase for Foreigners – Facts, Not Panic
Why So Many Buyers Feel Uncertain Right Now (Canary Islands property purchase foreigners 2026) Canary Islands property purchase foreigners 2026: In social media and newspaper headlines, phrases like “The Canary Islands want to ban foreigners from buying property” or “Major restrictions for non‑residents planned” are spreading rapidly — causing unnecessary panic among people considering purchasing a home on Fuerteventura. Fact: There is no purchase ban, no restriction for fo

Oliver Schlolaut
5 days ago3 min read


Dangerous Listings on Spanish Property Portals: How New Laws Affect Buyers on Fuerteventura (dangerous property listings Spain)
dangerous property listings Spain dangerous property listings Spain: This case concerns an existing property: a finca with a pool, listed multiple times, with contradictory living‑area and price information, a visible photovoltaic system without documentation, and a pozo with no legal proof. Situations like this are common on Fuerteventura. Since recent reforms in municipal and land‑use legislation, these issues are no longer simple information gaps — they are economic risks

Oliver Schlolaut
6 days ago4 min read


Orden HAC/623/2026 & Modelo 210 — What Non‑EU Property Owners (UK, USA, Canada) Need to Know in 2026 · update modelo 210 fuerteventura 2026
Overview update modelo 210 fuerteventura 2026 — Common Starting Point for Non‑EU Owners update modelo 210 fuerteventura 2026: Orden HAC/623/2026 updates the non‑resident tax forms (Modelo 210, 213, 296) and introduces noticeable changes: significantly more relaxed filing deadlines, but at the same time stricter documentation requirements in certain areas. The decisive factor for how the rules apply in practice is Spanish tax residency: anyone who is tax resident in Spain (res

Oliver Schlolaut
6 days ago3 min read


Ley del Suelo 2026: What Property Buyers on Fuerteventura Need to Know
Introduction Ley del Suelo 2026 Fuerteventura Ley del Suelo 2026 Fuerteventura: The Canary Islands government has approved a significant update to the Ley del Suelo y de los Espacios Naturales de Canarias. This reform affects all areas of the real estate market on Fuerteventura: existing properties, new developments, permitting procedures, and the sanctioning of illegal construction. This article explains clearly and objectively what is changing — and what it means for buyers

Oliver Schlolaut
Jul 22 min read


Ley de Municipios Turísticos 2026: The Administrative Clamp on Fuerteventura (Ley de Municipios Turisticos 2026 Fuerteventura)
Macroeconomic and Legal Framework (2026) Ley de Municipios Turisticos 2026 Fuerteventura Ley de Municipios Turisticos 2026 Fuerteventura: The Ley de Municipios Turísticos 2026 forms, together with the Ley 6/2025 de Vivienda Vacacional, a closed regulatory system. While the VV law structurally restricts private holiday rentals, the new municipal tourism reform provides municipalities with the financial and administrative means to enforce these rules. A complete analysis requir

Oliver Schlolaut
Jun 272 min read


ITE Fuerteventura – Technical Building Inspection
ITE Fuerteventura The Inspección Técnica de Edificios (ITE) is the central technical inspection for buildings on Fuerteventura. It evaluates structural safety, building integrity and the long‑term usability of a property. For buyers, the ITE is a crucial component of technical due diligence, as it reveals risks that are not visible to the naked eye – especially in older buildings, extensions or properties with an unclear construction history. A professional ITE provides clari

Oliver Schlolaut
Jun 262 min read


Uralit on Fuerteventura – Why Asbestos in Existing Properties Has Become an Unpredictable Cost Trap (Asbestos Disposal)
Asbestos Disposal Fuerteventura - Introduction The recent warning issued by the Canary Islands Parliament about an impending asbestos disposal crisis – with asbestos on the islands almost exclusively used under the brand name Uralit – highlights how critical the situation has become in 2026. For buyers of existing properties, this marks a new level of uncertainty: rising costs, missing disposal routes, and significant risks for investment calculations. Dark blue background wi

Oliver Schlolaut
Jun 182 min read


Gananciales in Spain: What Buyers and Sellers Must Know on the Canary Islands
Gananciales Spain Canary Islands: What “Gananciales” Means in Spanish Property Law Gananciales Spain Canary Islands: Gananciales is Spain’s default marital property regime. Assets acquired during the marriage belong to both spouses equally — even if only one name appears in the Escritura or Nota Simple. This directly affects property purchases, sales, inheritance, and signature requirements on the Canary Islands. Gananciales & Marital Property – informational cover image by A

Oliver Schlolaut
Jun 52 min read


Construction Quality in Fuerteventura: The 5 Technical Factors That Determine True Property Value
construction quality fuerteventura: On Fuerteventura, construction quality fuerteventura is the real driver of long‑term property value. While many buyers focus on sea views, pools and modern interiors, the decisive questions lie hidden: in the concrete, the waterproofing, the electrical system and the material quality. This guide explains the five technical factors that determine long‑term value, safety and maintenance costs – and why they are especially relevant on Fuerteve

Oliver Schlolaut
May 103 min read


Checklist for Buying a New‑Build Property: 10 Essential Questions Before Purchasing Your Dream Home
Checklist Buying New‑Build Property: Buying a high‑quality new‑build property is a strategic decision that goes far beyond aesthetics. In the premium segment, technical quality, legal certainty and long‑term value development are decisive. This "checklist buying new‑build property" helps you ask the right questions — and distinguish a truly solid property from a risky decision. Graphic with dark blue background and gold typography presenting the title Checklist for Buying a N

Oliver Schlolaut
Apr 213 min read


Checklist for Buying an Existing Property on Fuerteventura
checklist buying existing property: Purchasing an existing property on Fuerteventura combines Mediterranean lifestyle with solid investment potential. Unlike new‑build projects, the value and risk profile of an existing property depend on its structural condition, legal history and location. This checklist ( checklist buying existing property) guides you systematically through the ten most important inspection areas to help you make a well‑informed and secure purchase decisio

Oliver Schlolaut
Apr 183 min read


Spain After Brexit: What British Buyers Need to Know (2026 Guide)
AMV INTERNATIONAL REALTY – Premium Insights for UK Investors Key Takeaways for British Buyers & Investors ( spain after brexit) Property Rights: Unchanged. British citizens retain the same ownership rights as all non‑EU nationals. 90‑Day Rule: Still applies; ETIAS is now mandatory for short‑term stays. Taxation: Rental income for UK owners is taxed at 24% (gross) — essential for ROI calculations. Luxury Standards 2026: Defined by Energy Efficiency A , climate‑resilient

Oliver Schlolaut
Apr 163 min read


Why You Should Sell Your Property on Fuerteventura Exclusively (Exclusive Sales Mandate)
Introduction Exclusive Sales Mandate Selling a property on Fuerteventura is a significant step. Many owners wonder whether they should work with several agents at the same time or exclusively with a single agency. Experience shows: an exclusive sales mandate leads to better results, clearer processes, and significantly higher value creation. Dark blue title image with the heading ‘Advantages of an Exclusive Sales Mandate’ and the subtitle ‘better results, clearer processes, s

Oliver Schlolaut
Apr 152 min read


Tiny House Fuerteventura – What’s Really Legal?
Mobile? Yes. Permit‑free? No. Tiny houses are becoming increasingly popular on Fuerteventura — but the legal reality is very different from what many buyers expect. Mobility does not replace building regulations, and the location of the plot determines whether a tiny house is legal or a serious urban‑planning violation. Graphic about tiny houses on Fuerteventura with the headline “Tiny Houses on Fuerteventura – Mobile? Yes. Permit‑free? No!” and AMV INTERNATIONAL REALTY SL b

Oliver Schlolaut
Apr 32 min read


Documents for Buying Property on Fuerteventura: These Documents Must Be Provided by the Seller
Seller Documents Fuerteventura: Introduction Anyone looking to buy a property on Fuerteventura should know exactly which documents the seller must provide. Many risks do not arise from the property itself, but from missing, outdated, or contradictory documentation. This article gives you a compact overview of the most important documents — without legal overload and without the full depth you will find in my comprehensive Property Guide. Documents Property Purchase Spain · Se

Oliver Schlolaut
Apr 23 min read


Why the Spanish Real Estate Registry Statistics (ERI) Matter for Serious Market Analysis
A Data‑Driven Foundation for Property Decisions: Spanish Real Estate Registry Statistics At AMV INTERNATIONAL REALTY, reliable market intelligence is essential. Our valuations and reports rely on the Estadística Registral Inmobiliaria (ERI), the official dataset published by the Colegio de Registradores de España — based exclusively on actual transaction prices recorded in the Land Registry . Dark blue title graphic with the gold headline “Estadística Registral Inmobiliaria”

Oliver Schlolaut
Mar 212 min read


NRA 2026 – Rental Registration: The Digital Identity of Your Holiday Property
The “license plate” of your investment: Why the NRA 2026 determines success or stagnation Understanding the impact of NRA 2026 rental registration is essential for every property owner who wants to maintain visibility, legality, and operational approval on platforms like Airbnb and Booking. Blindfolded Lady Justice statue holding scales, with blurred background and the Spanish text “NRA – Número de Registro de Alquiler” alongside the AMV International Realty branding. NRA 20

Oliver Schlolaut
Feb 243 min read


NRUA Filing Requirement 2026: Why Property Owners on Fuerteventura Must Act Now
New deadline: 2 March 2026 – and what it means for your rental business Bronze statue of Lady Justice holding scales and a sword, with a blurred judge’s gavel in the background and the text “NRUA” displayed on a gold gradient. NRUA Filing Requirement 2026 Since early 2026, a decisive new regulation applies to all owners who rent out their property on Fuerteventura either seasonally (under the LAU) or for tourist use. Anyone who applied for an NRUA number (Registration of Acco

Oliver Schlolaut
Feb 243 min read


More Than Words: Why AMV INTERNATIONAL REALTY Invests in Multilingual Real Estate Services
Introduction AMV INTERNATIONAL REALTY operates as a boutique real estate agency with a commitment to absolute precision — in every aspect of our work. All content on our website, from property listings and service pages to blog articles, videos and contact forms, is fully available in five languages: German, English, Spanish, French and Italian . This consistent multilingual approach creates clarity for buyers, expands reach for sellers and sets new standards in Fuerteventura

Oliver Schlolaut
Feb 243 min read
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