The eviction heavies stoking the fires of Spain’s property crisis

The eviction heavies stoking the fires of Spain’s property crisis

As developers and private homeowners alike turn to desperate measures to remove squatters, a cohort of eviction specialists has risen to prominence — helping to transform the issue into a major political controversy

Why Spain's property prices are rising much faster than in the rest of Europe

Property price increases in Spain in 2024 were three times that of the eurozone and double that of the EU, with experts pointing to a number of underlying factors causing the rises.

In Spain, squatters can rely on certain laws that protect their rights, especially in situations where they have remained in the property for a significant period of time. The law allows the landlord to request eviction through a court procedure, but the timeframe can be lengthy.