Real estate advice

Which is better: buying refurbished or renovated flats?

15/12/2021 by Monapart

Flats to refurbish or refurbished? When it comes to deciding whether to buy a renovated or refurbished flat, many clients are not sure. Some prefer a property that is ready to move into and others prefer to buy a property in which they can decide on its distribution, finishes, etc.

Pet friendly flats for rent

20/10/2021 by Monapart

Finding pet-friendly flats for rent is not easy as pets are not always welcome. The number of pets is growing and landlords are still reluctant to give an easy yes, for fear of the inconvenience they may cause.

The best retirement homes on the beach - where are they?

30/08/2021 by Fabian Ostrovsky

In Spain, where tapas are in the process of becoming Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, the wisdom is that of enjoyment, of good eating and good living. Perhaps this is what we learn from our older adults when they retire. We decided to take a closer look at this interesting group of retirees, since in a certain way, they anticipate and teach us about our not-so-distant future.

Property administrators or estate agents

Differences between an estate agent and a property manager

30/07/2021 by Monapart

It is quite common for people to confuse estate agents (who, among other things, will help you sell your flat or rent your house) with property managers. But they do not have the same profile, nor do they carry out the same activities. In this post we are going to detail the differences between a real estate agent and a property manager, what functions each one has and how they can help you according to your needs.

5 tips to make your home appealing to prospective buyers

20/07/2021 by Monapart

If you are looking to sell your home in less time and without negotiating the price, you need to take care of your presentation to future buyers. As if it were a love date, you should invest time - and a little money - so that your flat is well dressed, well groomed and perfumed for the date with the buyer.

What is the earnest money contract?

10/07/2021 by Monapart

If you are thinking of selling your home, you have probably heard of the earnest money contract. A contract that, although not compulsory, is a way of ensuring, by means of a reservation, the interest of both parties (seller and buyer) in carrying out the transaction. That said, the earnest money contract is much more than just collecting money for peace of mind; it is a document in which some of the aspects that will later form part of the purchase contract are reflected.

What is a real estate legal expert?

20/06/2021 by Monapart

In this post we want to explain in detail what a real estate surveyor is and how they intervene in the process of selling your flat. You will see that their work is more common than it may seem at first glance.

The hire-purchase contract: characteristics and advantages

10/06/2021 by Eduard Solé

The rent to buy contract: characteristics and advantages We tell you in detail what it is and why renting with an option to buy can be an excellent choice when selling or buying a property. The rental contract for a flat with an option to buy is the "odd one out" of the following

Costs of buying and selling a property

01/06/2021 by Monapart

Did you know that there are more expenses derived from the sale and purchase of a property than the sale price itself? Whether you are thinking of buying or selling your flat, at Monapart we are going to explain what the implicit costs are and who is responsible for paying them. In addition, we will delve into the differences between buying a new home and a second-hand one.

Why does everyone want to move away from Barcelona?

13/05/2021 by Monapart

But the impact of COVID-19, coupled with the new possibilities of online work and education, seem to be making some city dwellers rethink their modus vivendi. At Monapart we have not stopped selling beautiful homes despite this new normality, and some cases have been precisely those of families who have decided to leave the city for a quieter environment... Will Barcelona empty out in 2021?