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It is important to seek professional advice, and to employ a solicitor (Abogado). Most lawyers will tell you in advance what their fees will be. The standard lawyer's fee for the purchase of a property is 1% of the purchase price plus VAT. A small price to pay for peace of mind (using a lawyer in your home country could double or treble the bill). The Spanish legal system is very different from other European countries and, to avoid misunderstandings, disappointments and possible fraud, it is essential to seek expert professional advice from the very beginning.

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