How to Prepare for Property Viewings in Spain: All You Need to Know

Buying a property in Spain is an important decision, and preparation for viewings plays a key role. As part of the service, each client is provided with a personal agent and operator. The operator selects properties, coordinates the time of viewings and makes an itinerary, while the agent accompanies the client, helps to analyze the property and organizes travel between locations.

1. What you need to prepare before the trip

Before viewing a property, make sure you have:

• A notebook or phone to record impressions (a form for the client).

• A smartphone or camera for taking photos and videos.

• Comfortable clothes and shoes as viewings can take several hours.

2. Itinerary organization and logistics

Your agent takes care of all the logistics, including:

• Controls the viewing schedule and possible changes.
• Ensures access to the properties and interaction with property representatives.
• Take with you the “Hoja de Visita Inmobiliaria” document, which the client signs after each viewing.

3. What to look for when viewing

Before viewing a property, it is important to determine the key selection criteria:

• Will you be living in the apartment or are you considering it as an investment?
• Do you care about infrastructure, transport accessibility or quietness of the neighborhood?
• Are you planning to renovate or are you looking for a ready-made option?

External inspection

• Neighborhood and infrastructure: stores, transportation, schools, hospitals, amenities.
• House facade and entrance: cleanliness, condition of finishes, cracks.
• Entrance and elevator: well-maintained, smell, lighting, serviceability of the elevator.
• Parking and yard: convenience of parking, availability of security and common amenities.
• Condition of urbanization: gated area, access to common infrastructure.

Interior inspection

• Lighting: whether there is enough light, whether the windows are well positioned.
• View from the windows: pleasant scenery or noisy road.
• Dampness and odors: no mold, dampness, unpleasant odors.
• Communications: electricity, water, heating, internet stability.
• Quality of repair: condition of walls, floors, doors, ceilings.
• Space: ergonomic layout, availability of storage space.
• Layout: convenient arrangement of rooms, meeting your requirements.

📌 After viewing: record your impressions, take photos, note pros and cons. Don’t forget to sign the Hoja de Visita Inmobiliaria.

4. Analyze information and make a decision

After all viewings, review notes and photos, discuss details with the agent. Perhaps some properties will fall away and others will be prioritized.

If you are looking for a suitable option:

• Request a second viewing to be sure of the details.
• Request a legal clearance of the property.
• Discuss the terms of the deal: deposit, method of payment, possible haggling.

Good preparation will help you choose a home that truly meets your expectations. Your agent and operator will make sure everything goes smoothly and efficiently.

We wish you a successful purchase!

For your convenience you can download the Client Inspection Form: BLANK