Welcome to the final step of our 3-part Map Your Move to the Costa del Sol series.

In this episode, we pull everything together so you can move from dreaming to doing with a clear financial plan and a realistic property strategy. You’ll understand how to get clear on your real budget beyond the purchase price, how to think about cash vs mortgage, and how to shape your buying strategy around your lifestyle, income goals, and comfort with renovations.

What you’ll hear ⬇️

✔️ Why the price you pay for the property is not your real budget
✔️ What to factor in beyond the purchase price: taxes, legal/notary, furniture/setup & buffer
✔️ The first and most important finance question to answer
✔️ How to build a property strategy around lifestyle, income, or investment goals
✔️ How to think about apartment vs townhouse vs villa, and turnkey vs renovation
✔️ Why trusting the right experts matters more than listening to “John in the pub”

Free tools and next steps:
👉 Download the Budget Calculator:https://wlcostaproperties.mykajabi.com/offers/eGi7pjBC/checkout
👉 Speak to one of our trusted mortgage advisors: https://wlcostaproperties.net/mortgages/
👉 Book your property consultation call: https://wlcostaproperties.net/buyers/

More free resources:

📘 Download our Buyer’s Guide (costs, legal checks, timelines & more):
https://wlcostaproperties.net/our-comprehensive-digital-course/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=buyers_roadmap

📩 Email our team: info@wlcostaproperties.net

📱 Call / WhatsApp: +34 602 42 89 28

📍 Visit our office:
Avenida Bonanza Local 21, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, Málaga
Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

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[3 PART SERIES] Map Your Move to The Costa Del Sol Step 2/3: how to choose where to live

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Welcome back to Map Your Move to the Costa del Sol 3 Part Series

In Part 2, we get into the less glamorous but absolutely essential side of making your move work: realistic timelines, visa and residency considerations, schools and healthcare.

We also unpack the difference between buying a property for investment or future retirement and relocating properly to live in Spain, why working with the right professionals matters, and why Benalmádena keeps standing out.

What you’ll hear ⬇️

✔️Why many buyers start the process 6 months too late

✔️The difference between buying for investment/holiday use and relocating to live in Spain

✔️ Why your timeline, goals and eligibility all need to match

✔️ Why we advise against relying on random Facebook group advice

✔️ What families should think about first when it comes to schools and healthcare

✔️Why Benalmádena keeps coming up for serious relocators

Videos mentioned:

👉 Watch our Visa & Residency Tips for UK Buyers video: Ultimate Guide to Moving to Spain After Brexit | Visa & Residency Tips | WL Costa Properties: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SnmooFEQXOY

👉 Watch our Schools Life on the Costa del Sol video: School Life on the Costa del Sol: Real Talk on Family, Carpool & Community | WL Costa Properties: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2CA9xBYSl0&t=3s

👉 Watch our Healthcare in Benalmádena / Costa del Sol video: Healthcare in Spain: What Expats Need to Know on the Costa del Sol | WL Costa Properties: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVXC7xsKwHo&t=2s

Free resources:

📘 Download our Buyer’s Guide (costs, legal checks, timelines & more):
https://wlcostaproperties.net/our-comprehensive-digital-course/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=buyers_roadmap

📩 Email our team: info@wlcostaproperties.net

📱 Call / WhatsApp: +34 602 42 89 28

📍 Visit our office:
Avenida Bonanza Local 21, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, Málaga
Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

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Most people start their Costa del Sol move the wrong way round.

They browse listings, fall in love with a town on holiday… and only later realise it doesn’t fit real life.

In our brand new series Map Your Move to The Costa Del Sol Part 1, we share the fail-proof process that we use with serious international buyers to get location + mindset clarity before property viewings.

What you’ll hear ⬇️

✔️ The #1 reason relocations don’t work (and how to avoid making this mistake)

✔️ Why your dream needs a process and the right order

✔️ The key location questions (airport, schools, train line, community, lifestyle fit) that will make or break your move

✔️ Why a decision date beats a move date

✔️ The practical method for choosing the right location for you

✔️ Mindset shift: Choosing for YOU not for visiting family

If you’re a UK/Irish, US, or international buyer planning a move to the Costa Del Sol, Spain, this crucial step saves you time, stress, and the risk of picking the wrong town.

Resources:

📘 Download our Buyer’s Guide (costs, legal checks, timelines & more):
https://wlcostaproperties.net/our-comprehensive-digital-course/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=buyers_roadmap

📩 Email our team: info@wlcostaproperties.net

📱 Call / WhatsApp: +34 602 42 89 28

📍 Visit our office:
Avenida Bonanza Local 21, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, Málaga
Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

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#1 A Big Dream: Our Journey To Spain And Our Biggest Piece Of Advice When Buying Property On The Costa Del Sol In 2024

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In this special Episode 100th of The Costa Property Podcast, we celebrate a major milestone and share what’s coming next for the show.

The podcast began as a simple way to help buyers feel calmer and more informed when buying or relocating to the Costa del Sol, cutting through information overload, rumours, and misleading headlines.

In this episode, we reflect on what we’ve learned after 100 episodes, why buyers now arrive more prepared after listening, and what we have up our sleeve next for the show!

Are we pausing? Are we pivoting? Are we expanding?

Press play to hear all revealed!

What you’ll hear ⬇️

✔️Why we started the podcast and what we saw buyers struggling with most

✔️What’s changed after 100 episodes

✔️Why we’re doubling down on YouTube

✔️How we cut through rumours/headlines with insight from the ground for our listeners

✔️What’s coming next for the show in 2026

Resources:

📘 Download our Buyer’s Guide (costs, legal checks, timelines & more):
https://wlcostaproperties.net/our-comprehensive-digital-course/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=buyers_roadmap

📩 Email our team: info@wlcostaproperties.net

📱 Call / WhatsApp: +34 602 42 89 28

📍 Visit our office:
Avenida Bonanza Local 21, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, Málaga
Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

Want to simply keep in the loop about life in Spain?

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#1 A Big Dream: Our Journey To Spain And Our Biggest Piece Of Advice When Buying Property On The Costa Del Sol In 2024

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In this episode, Warner sits down with our client Lee, a Costa del Sol homeowner who recently sold his property with WL Costa Properties in El Pinillo (Benalmádena/Torremolinos area) and made a big lifestyle move to El Faro.

Lee shares what surprised him most about the process, what mattered when choosing an agent, and the behind-the-scenes details that helped sell his home fast.

This episode is an insight into the real reason why over 750 happy sellers have chosen to list their properties exclusively with WL Costa Properties since we opened our doors in 2017.

What you’ll hear:

• Lee’s journey from the UK to Spain in 1997
• Why Lee decided to sell his property in El Pinillo
• What Lee looked for when choosing an agent and why WL Costa was #1 on the list
• The marketing essentials that actually moved the needle on his property sale
• Why pricing correctly from day one matters (and what happens when listings are overpriced)
• How WL Costa Properties ensured his property viewings were serious buyers
• Lee’s biggest piece of advice for sellers when choosing an agent on the Costa Del Sol

🏠Ready to Sell Your Costa Del Sol Home?

Book a complimentary consultation with WL Costa Properties:

https://wlcostaproperties.net/sellers/

Resources:

📘 Download our Seller’s Guide with our 7 steps to a successful sale: https://wlcostaproperties.net/sellers-guide/

📩 Email our team: info@wlcostaproperties.net

📱 Call / WhatsApp: +34 602 42 89 28

📍 Visit our office:
Avenida Bonanza Local 21, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, Málaga
Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

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#69 4 Golden Rules for Selling Your Property Successfully on the Costa del Sol

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If you’re thinking about buying a property on the Costa del Sol in 2026 and you’re asking, “Will prices keep going up or should we wait?”, this is the conversation you need to hear.

Sandra and Warner of WL Costa Properties answer the big 2026 questions international buyers are asking, and Warner gives his straight answers based on notary data from Benalmádena and 20 years real estate experience on the Costa del Sol.

What you’ll learn:

• Will prices rise again in 2026? Warner explains the actual figures
• Why “price drops” on Idealista and property portals actually mean for buyers
• Can you still negotiate a bargain in the current market?
• The 100% tax headlines & tourist licence predictions for 2026
• Why international buyers will continue to flock to the Costa Del Sol in 2026
• Why the Costa Del Sol is a safe location for families
• The “Perfect” vs “potential” property and what that means for buyers

Book a complimentary consultation with WL Costa Properties:

https://calendly.com/wlcostaproperties/property-consultation?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=consult_call

Resources:

📘 Download our Buyer’s Guide (costs, legal checks, timelines & more):
https://wlcostaproperties.net/our-comprehensive-digital-course/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=buyers_roadmap

📩 Email our team: info@wlcostaproperties.net

📱 Call / WhatsApp: +34 602 42 89 28

📍 Visit our office:
Avenida Bonanza Local 21, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, Málaga
Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

Want to simply keep in the loop about life in Spain?

• If you want honest, expert advice about family life, relocating or property on the Costa del Sol, be sure to Follow us on Instagram or visit WL Costa Properties for insights on life in Spain.

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#94 Q4 2025 Costa del Sol Property Market EXPLAINED [ What 2026 Buyers Need to Know ]

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Has Marbella always been top of your Costa del Sol wishlist?

In this episode, we break down why Benalmádena has gone from underrated to in-demand and why more and more serious buyers are choosing Benalmádena

After almost a decade living and working here, we share what we’ve seen buyers get right about the Costa Del Sol in 2026 and where expectations still need a serious reset.

You’ll learn:

• Why Benalmádena has gone from “underrated” to “in demand” with families, investors, relocators, remote workers and retirees
• How the lifestyle really compares: Benalmádena vs Marbella, beyond the glossy headlines
• Why the train line, airport access and walkability are game-changers for both living and investing
• The key differences between Benalmadena Costa, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena Pueblo and El Higuerón.
• What’s actually happening with prices in 2026, and why holding out for a “better moment” can end up costing you more
• A real price example from 2017 to today, and what it tells us about waiting vs acting

For anyone seriously considering buying property in Spain, especially on the Costa del Sol, this conversation will help you decide whether Benalmádena or Marbella fits your goals, your budget and your lifestyle best.

Book a complimentary consultation with WL Costa Properties:

https://calendly.com/wlcostaproperties/property-consultation?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=consult_call

Resources:

📘 Download our Buyer’s Guide (costs, legal checks, timelines & more):
https://wlcostaproperties.net/our-comprehensive-digital-course/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=buyers_roadmap

📩 Email our team: info@wlcostaproperties.net

📱 Call / WhatsApp: +34 602 42 89 28

📍 Visit our office:

Avenida Bonanza Local 21, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, Málaga
Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

Want to simply keep in the loop about life in Spain?

• If you want honest, expert advice about family life, relocating or property on the Costa del Sol, be sure to Follow us on Instagram or visit WL Costa Properties for insights on life in Spain.

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#70 Leaving Málaga for Benalmádena After 10 Years - What Surprised Me Most (with Hanni Martini)

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Thinking about moving to Spain on the non-lucrative visa (NLV)?

In this episode, Sandra sits down with WL Costa Properties client Vicki Owen, who has just completed the full UK → Spain NLV process while juggling a wedding, a house sale and a relocation to Benalmádena on the Costa del Sol.

She walks us through the paperwork, the costs, the three-month wait with no passport, and the emotional side of surrendering to a process you can’t control, plus why despite everything, she’d still do it again.

You’ll learn:

• Who the Spain non-lucrative visa really suits and why it was Vicki’s only viable route.
• How long the process actually took from first documents to visa approval.
• The real upfront costs: private healthcare, legal help, translations, apostilles and more.
• How a Spanish lawyer helped navigate BLS requests and consulate curveballs.
• Why Vicki and her husband chose Benalmádena for long-term life on the Costa del Sol.
  
  

For serious relocators and buyers, this is a real life look at what it takes to secure Spanish residency, plan your move and position yourself to buy property confidently on the Costa del Sol.

Book a complimentary consultation with WL Costa Properties:

https://calendly.com/wlcostaproperties/property-consultation?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=consult_call

Resources:

📘 Download our Buyer’s Guide (costs, legal checks, timelines & more):
https://wlcostaproperties.net/our-comprehensive-digital-course/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=buyers_roadmap

📩 Email our team: info@wlcostaproperties.net

📱 Call / WhatsApp: +34 602 42 89 28

📍 Visit our office:
Avenida Bonanza Local 21, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena, Málaga
Walk-ins: 10am–2pm | After 2pm by appointment

Want to simply keep in the loop about life in Spain?

• If you want honest, expert advice about family life, relocating or property on the Costa del Sol, be sure to Follow us on Instagram for insights on life in Spain.

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#78 Brexit, Visas & Red Tape: Is It Still Easy for Brits to Relocate to Spain?

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