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The European Commission officially launched an infringement procedure against Spain on Wednesday. The accusation: discrimination against foreigners legally residing in Spain concerning tax matters.

The Ministry of Social Rights, Consumer Affairs, and Agenda 2030 has ordered Airbnb to block more than 65,000 illegal advertisements for tourist accommodations hosted on its platform.

Spain's unemployment benefit – the "pago único" – is a little-known gem for anyone who dreams of starting their own business.

According to a resolution of the BOE, this new price will be in effect for two months, until the third Tuesday of July 2025, after which it will be reviewed again in line with international market prices.

Spain, a country that attracts many with its sunny climate, relaxed lifestyle, and seemingly strong affection for animals. However, for all those who wish to share the dream of living on the Iberian Peninsula with their beloved four-legged companions, an unexpected hurdle quickly emerges: The search for a rental apartment with a dog or cat often turns into a veritable gauntlet.

Poles have set their sights on Spain as a preferred place to purchase property and enjoy the sun—and perhaps even retire there one day. In 2024, foreign nationals recorded the strongest increase in home purchases, maintaining the momentum of previous years.

Spain is gearing up for a new era of short-term rentals: As of July 1, 2025, the European regulations governing tourist and seasonal rentals will come into force, fundamentally reshaping the market. The aim is to stabilize the housing market, curb fraud, and create greater transparency. This is a crucial measure to facilitate access to decent housing for all citizens.

According to a study published on Wednesday by the National Federation of Real Estate Associations (FAI) and the Spanish Society for Guaranteed Rentals (SEAG), the average age of tenants who signed a new rental contract in 2025 is over 35 years.

Rental prices in Spain have shown an alarming trend since 2021: they have increased almost four times faster than wages. While average salaries grew by 7.4% from 2021 to 2024, rental prices skyrocketed by a staggering 29.4% over the same period. This worrying discrepancy, highlighted in a recent study by the Fotocasa Real Estate Index and the InfoJobs platform, is increasingly burdening households in Spain.

The measures announced in January by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to improve access to housing were presented in the Chamber of Deputies on Thursday.