Exchange rates can shift your Spain property budget by thousands.

In this episode, Sandra talks with Carol Schleisman from Currencies Direct about how exchange rate movements impact buyers, including a real case where a buyer’s budget dropped by €20,000 during her trip.

You’ll learn the key pitfalls to avoid, how to protect your rate with forward contracts, and why speaking to a currency specialist early prevents last-minute stress.

What you’ll learn in this episode

• How exchange rate movements affect your Spain property budget
• Why one buyer had to revise her budget down by €20,000
• What actually causes rates to move
• The pitfalls of relying only on your bank
• How forward contracts + limit orders protect your buying power
• Why early conversations avoid last-minute stress
• How Currencies Direct support buyers before, during and after completion

If you’re buying on the Costa del Sol or anywhere in Spain, this is essential listening before you transfer a single euro.

Resources mentioned

Get Started with Currencies Direct Today: https://wlcostaproperties.net/currency-exchange/

Thinking about buying a property on the Costa del Sol?

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Related Episodes

• #86 Think you know your Costa del Sol property budget? The blind spot most buyers miss!
• #65 How a Lawyer Protects Your Spanish Property Purchase with Alex Radford

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Over 40% of international buyers in Spain choose new builds, but what actually happens once you reserve, pay your deposit, and wait for completion?

In this episode, Warner sits down with Viktoria Jancurova, a recent buyer who purchased a new-build apartment in La Cala de Mijas through WL Costa Properties.

This is the real story; the shiny parts, the stressful parts, and the moment she opened her door to find water pouring through her kitchen ceiling.

If you’re considering a new development on the Costa del Sol, this is essential listening!

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why new builds are so popular among foreign buyers
  
  
• What makes a development a good one (and how to judge it)
  
  
• The 6,000€ reservation fee + deposit process
  
  
• How mortgage subrogation works in Spain
  
  
• The importance of a detailed courtesy visit & snagging checklist
  
  
• What happens when things go wrong (like unexpected leaks)
  
  
• Why the right lawyer + the right agent = your real guarantee
  
  
• What buyers should document from day one
  
  
• Why buying with limited Spanish is completely manageable
  
  
• How to avoid the most common new-build mistakes
  
  

Thinking about buying a new build or resale on the Costa del Sol?

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

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Related Episodes

• #51 Home on the Costa: How 2 Women Made Spain Their Dream Life (And How You Can Too)
• #65 How a Lawyer Protects Your Spanish Property Purchase with Alex Radford

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Spain’s property prices have reached their highest levels in 20 years.

But what does that really mean for buyers and sellers on the Costa del Sol?

In this Q3 Market Update, Sandra and Warner from WL Costa Properties take you behind the scenes of what’s really happening on the ground. They reveal the trends, the shifts, and the insights shaping the current Costa del Sol property market.

From the ripple effects of Spain’s new tourist licence laws to record-breaking July sales and the rise of savvy, well-informed buyers, this episode offers a true insider’s view of what’s happening across the coast right now.

You’ll learn:

• Why Spain’s house prices hit a 20-year high and what that means for buyers.
• The ripple effect of Spain’s new tourist-licence changes.
• The rise of a new buying persona
• Why U.S. and Canadian families are swapping Florida for Spain
• How new-build payment plans are supporting buyers
• Why Torremolinos is fast becoming the next smart investment area.
• Which parts of the market are correcting and which are still climbing

Resources

• Join the waitlist for our next Vision to Villa VIP Immersive Experience: a private, one-day event where you’ll meet our expert team of lawyers, mortgage brokers, relocation specialists, and currency advisors, and even enjoy a Spanish lesson. Spaces are limited!
  
  
• Book your complimentary call: We’ll walk you through the buying process, talk budgets and timelines, and help you identify which area of the Costa del Sol is right for you.

Want to simply keep in the loop?

• 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.

Related Episodes

• #75 A Spanish Lawyer Explains: What 2025’s New Rental Laws Mean for Buyers
• #68 What You Really Get for Your Money in Benalmádena: Prices, Property & Location Deep Dive

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