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All property in Spain should be registered in the Registro de la Propiedad (the land registry), where you can obtain the full details of the owner, the exact size of the property and full details of any mortgages, debts or judgements against the property will normally be registered. Only the persons or company named on the Escritura Publica, the title deed, have the right to sell the property, unless a notarised power of attorney has been given to the third party.

When the title deed is signed, you will automatically become the new owner. The final step is to have the 'Escritura Pública' registered in the Property Registry Office as soon as possible to prevent a mortgage or other charge being registered against the property, while it is still listed in the name of the seller.
Property Registration Fees

Property Registration fees is charged by the property registration office to inscribe the new deed into your name. These are based on the official registered value of the property. The length and complexity of the deed and other factors are also considered. The fee does not exceed 1% of the registered value.
It is not advisable to try and do this yourself unless you are experienced and speak Spanish fluently.

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