Let’s take a look at VAT or ‘IVA’ rates in Spain and to what they apply. Despite the fact that the government, in an attempt to confront the Spanish economic crisis, increased Spanish VAT in 2012 by 3 points, the tax rates still remains lower than the European average of 21.13%. Read more
Real Estate in Spain: Why Invest in Madrid
Real estate investment is an attractive one for many reasons. Matthias Naumann reveals why Spain, more specifically Madrid, provides a great location in which to do so. Read more
How to Differentiate Between a Social and Fiscal Residence in Spain
A company should have 2 different addresses. One to determine and identify where the business activity itself takes place and another for taxation purposes. As a business owner, you will need to fully and thoroughly understand the difference between the two if you’re wanting to start a company on Spanish soil. Read more
Understanding Spanish Business Terms: Definitions
The difference between Spanish business terms or abbreviations and their equivalents in English can sometimes be both confusing and misleading. We, at TAS Consultoría, have decided to create a short information sheet here on our blog to help you better understand and grasp these vital terms so that you can hopefully use that correctly and appropriately during your business endeavours and your everyday life in Spain. Read more
Opening a Bank Account In Spain: Who, Where and How
How To Open a Bank Account in Spain
One of the first requirements for starting a company in Spain is opening a bank account. However, regardless of whether you are an entrepreneur or not, you may want to open a bank account to keep control of your finances. It can be difficult to know which bank to go to and how best to go about opening an account. Click more to find out our best tips. Read more
What is an Intra-Community VAT number?
If you have a company in Spain or are thinking about investing in Spain you surely have wondered what the intra-community VAT number is, what is it for, how do I get it, and how does it work? Do not despair, here we are going to tell you everything you need to know about it.
Calculating Personal Income Tax in Spain: our top tips for Entrepreneurs
Knowing how to calculate your Personal Income Tax
If you are an English entrepreneur in Spain, your company falls under foreign, and often difficult to understand, laws. Read on to find out how to pay your personal income tax according to these regulations, how to calculate it, when to pay it and of course, how best to anticipate this amount.
All about the Tax Changes in Spain for 2016
Personal Income Tax and General Spanish Taxation in 2016
Spanish taxation and rates change annually. The government adjusts its tax policy every year according to the state of the country’s economy, to the competition with other countries, to currency etc. Therefore, the tax rate can change a few percentage points from one year to the next. The difference is minimal in terms of the numbers themselves but from the taxpayer’s point of view or from a business perspective, the financial difference can be significant.
Managing Diversity : Interculturality in the Workplace
When you choose to set up a business abroad, many criteria must be taken into account since each country operates differently in terms of taxation, accounting, management, etc. But what about the multicultural aspect?
Ready to invest in Spanish property? Make sure to follow these tips:
Since the dramatic drop in housing prices in Spain in 2008, it’s hardly surprising that so many foreigners are keen to invest in Spanish real estate. Why not invest in a 3 bed, beach-facing villa in Valencia rather than that minuscule London studio you were previously considering?
If you do decide to purchase a property and invest in Spain, be sure to follow these vital steps for completing your transaction without any problems or hassle.
