Well for anyone who is thinking about the prospect of owning their own Spanish property as a holiday retreat, then also consider that you may need someone to take care of it whilst you are back in the UK.
Speaking as someone who works automonously as a Spanish Property Management agent based in Calahonda, Mijas Costa on the Costa del Sol, I can advise you of some of the pitfalls you may come across. These are some of the things which myself and my husband have encountered during our six years working and living in Calahonda, Costa del Sol, Spain :-
Do not take electricity supply for granted. It is not the same load as in UK. If you have too many appliances on at the same time, everything 'trips off'
Make sure your guests know that you shouldn't put tampons, sanitary towels or baby-wipes etc. down the toilet if you don't want blocked drains
Do not leave unopened food in cupboards. On your arrival back to Spain, you may find an ant colony has taken over your kitchen.
Make sure you lock all your windows, doors, security grills and roller-shutters upon your departure from Spain, as burglaries are not uncommon.
Water can be cut off at any time due to water shortages or if the Water Company are working in the area. So be prepared with supplies of bottled water.
If your Spanish property is situated near pine trees, be aware that tree rats live in them and may enter your property if you leave patio windows open at night
Preferably turn all electricity off to your property upon departure as regular power-cuts mean that your fridge will go black and the contents therin will be mouldy
Spanish properties with fire-places have a habit of attracting birds which get trapped in the chimney. So get a cowl fitted to the chimney pot
If you are renting out, invariably things go wrong with clients and they have a habit of doing silly things such as locking themselves out on the balcony or losing keys, blocking the toilet, etc. They also have an inability to use any Spanish electrical appliances -e.g; washing-machines which have different symbols to UK
So, if you want your life to be trouble-free, and have plenty of 'fun in the sun', then employ a Spanish Property Management team who are able to take all the worry off your hands.
A Spanish Property Management company is worth its weight in gold!
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When it comes to considering places for you to go on vacation, you will want to consider the weather. As for Malaga weather and climate, you will find that it is acceptable all year long. You will notice that the sun is out most of the time and there is little rain fall in the summer. You should consider the following when planning your vacation.
For those who like to stay in the sun, you will want to go to Malaga in the summertime. You will find that it is very popular for others to come during the summer. It does get very hot and that is one of the best qualities about the area. You will find that autumn is the perfect time if you prefer it to be sunny, but not scorching hot. You will find that there are some cold spots and snow falls, but the wintertime is just as good as any time to go to Malaga.
Spring time happens to be a very nice time when it comes to visiting the local and the surrounding cities. It is simply because of the mild, warm temperatures. It is very comfortable in Spain during the springtime, in general. It is also the perfect time to take in the local beauty and not feel the hot, hot sun. You will find that August is the hottest month in Malaga, but then it tends to get more comfortable weather.
During august and July, you will find that it is the busiest time of the year for Malaga. You will also notice that June and July have more humidity. Don't be alarmed if you see thick sea fog that makes the city feel even hotter. You will also find that during the month of August, there will be some hit-and-miss rain showers and thunderstorms; however, they occur mostly at night.
As for the autumn season, you will notice that the region remains very warm. September will remain warmer; however, as October comes and goes it will continue to get colder. Although, snowfall is very rare for most parts of Spain, it is possible. You will also notice that there are some areas that generally have more rain than others; however, Malaga will still be a pleasant experience after fall.
As for the winter months, you will notice that it is very rainy and some areas will begin to see some flooding. However, you will want to keep in mind that only seven days of the month are expected to rain. It will vary from year to year; however, some years have more than others. It is still very lovely to see the town in the late fall, winter season. Keep in mind that the temperatures are mild and snow is very rare when it comes to Spain.
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