On the 22nd of February 2024, new rules came into force for rental licences in Andalusia. Among other things, the updated rules mean that the requirement for “LPO – Licencia de P… Read More

Every year, the first questions our clients ask are “How is the market doing?” or “Will prices rise or fall this year?” It feels more challenging to answer every pass… Read More

Are you aware of the Regulations on Thermal Installations in Buildings (RITE) in Spain? If you’re a homeowner, it’s crucial to understand these regulations, especially… Read More

What brought you to Spain and how long have you been living on Costa del Sol? In 1999 I had been working in finance for 15 years in the UK and had just sold two houses I had bought years ago… Read More

What brought you to Spain and how long have you been on the Costa del Sol?   I have been living on the Costa del Sol now for just over 25 years. Before coming to the Costa del Sol, I wa… Read More

What brought you to Spain and how long have you been living on Costa del Sol? I arrived on the Costa del Sol in 1994 for a 2 week holiday. I decided to stay a little bit longer, and after&nb… Read More

What brought you to Spain and how long have you been living on Costa del Sol?   I was born and raised in Marbella and have lived here all my life (apart from 4 years I spent in Universi… Read More

What brought you to Spain and how long have you been living on Costa del Sol?   I moved to Spain the first time in 1993 to study Spanish at Malaga University. After that I enrolled in a… Read More

What brought you to Spain and how long have you been living on Costa del Sol? I was born in Henley on Thames, UK. My parents, Spanish and Dutch, decided to come to Mijas to start a new life… Read More

What brought you to Spain and how long have you been living on Costa del Sol? – I moved to Spain when I was 6 years old with my family. It was actually my fathers idea to move to Malag… Read More

What brought you to Spain and how long have you been living on Costa del Sol? It was a coincidence, I was going to move to Canada and I went on holiday to Malaga in January 2012 to visit a f… Read More

What brought you to Spain and how long have you been living on Costa del Sol? I came to Spain in late 1999 to study Spanish and since I loved the culture and climate here I decided to stay a… Read More

What brought you to Spain and how long have you been living on Costa del Sol? I was brought up on the Costa del Sol and this has always been my home. I moved away for 10 years but always had… Read More

What brought you to Spain and how long have you been living on Costa del Sol? I came to Torremolinos in 1985  with some friends from home, the idea was to do summer work and have s… Read More

StartGroup has a long tradition of training employees, both in-house and externally. Since more than a decade all employees entering StartGroup have completed training courses for external c… Read More

On November 17th, 2023, Christofer Fogelberg, the CEO of StartGroup Real Estates, delivered a speech at the SIMED congress in Malaga. SIMED is the largest fair for real estate agencies and p… Read More

At the time of writing, my colleague and I have just attended the A.P.I. A.N.A.I.’s annual congress, Evolution, in Barcelona. There were around 1000 participants mainly from Catalonia… Read More

StartGroup, a renowned real estate agency on the Costa del Sol, recently celebrated its 20th anniversary. Founded by Christofer Fogelberg and Pascal van der Woude, the company has grown from… Read More

This is a question we get asked all the time and there are many different opinions about it! At the moment the market remains strong with high prices and many sales, despite interest rate ri… Read More

When I was a child in the 1980-ies, I spent my summers in Benalmadena and I remember that the water supply was often cut off several hours during the day as there were water shortages. But t… Read More

Do you want to enjoy the sun, the sea and the Spanish lifestyle all year round? We asked AI why to buy a holiday home on the Costa del Sol and here are the top reasons why you should buy her… Read More

A vacation on the Costa del Sol is so much more than just being on the beach or hanging around the pool! It can sometimes be a challenge to travel with kids so here are some suggestions from… Read More

As one of the biggest real estate companies on the Costa del Sol we have many international clients. After buying the dream home on the Costa del Sol the next step is often to buy a car. So… Read More

As a real estate agent on the Costa del Sol,  we often get questions from potential home buyers about driving in Spain. Especially from clients from Scandinavian countries where the &ld… Read More

Many people look at buying real estate on the Costa del Sol for its unrivalled yachting offering. With a stretch an almost 200km long coastline, and fantastic sailing conditions almost all y… Read More

This historic Torremolinos fishing village of La Carihuela is renowned for its delectable seafood and spacious Mediterranean beach, which has ideal swimming conditions. La Carihuela started… Read More

The Romans first taught the Andalucians how to cultivate wheat and vines and used the fish from the seas to produce the best garum in the empire while the Arab conquest of Spain also brought… Read More

With more than 50 golf courses on the Costa del Sol, the region has earned its nickname the ‘Costa del Golf’ – and for very good reason – since this glorious part of… Read More

Buying property in Spain can be an arduous affair. With great value real estate found across the country, it can take time for prospective buyers just to narrow their search down to a specif… Read More

Benalmádena is renowned for its cultural festivities. Unlike much of Europe, Spain, and specifically Andalucia, still celebrates Spain’s religious and cultural heritage with a f… Read More

The town of Benalmádena is steeped in an illustrious history, having been occupied and conquered throughout the ages by cultures and settlers that have imbued it with a cultural edge… Read More

StartGroup Property valuer CalahondaSelling your property in Sitio de Calahonda? La Siesta Calahonda apartmentsWhy David Hemmings, StartGroup’s Calahonda property valuer will give you… Read More

Great news for property buyers! Lower property transfer tax for 2021!  The ITP is now 7%! Lower property transfer tax Andalusia 2021. The Junta de Andalucia is as of today, the 28th of… Read More

Frequently Asked Questions about buying property in Spain- COVID & BREXIT StartGroup answers to the most common questions from our clients about buying property in Spain after Brexit an… Read More

Bank repossessions in Corona times? Lots of clients contact us in their search for cheap bank repossessions on the Costa del Sol. Is a bank repossession normally a good deal? Or not? Lets fi… Read More

 Corona 2020 – what happens now on the Costa del Sol Property Market? This is our forecast for the Costa del Sol Property Market 2020.  Article published in the biggest Swedi… Read More

Discover Costa del Sol’s countryside! Andalusia is a vast expanse when you are from a smaller country like myself it takes a little time to adjust, endless rolling countryside “c… Read More

My favourite restaurant on the Costa del Sol Much of the pleasure, if you own an apartment on the Costa del Sol, is that you can go out almost every day and eat at all these countless restau… Read More

A Weekend trip Camping – Torre de la Peña A weekend by the Atlantic Ocean: If you did not know, the Strait of Gibraltar is the connection between The Mediterranean Sea and… Read More

Home sweet home for abandoned animals. As so many other people have ever done in life, one day we wonder what else can we do. How can we help and feel useful in the process? At home we decid… Read More

Our Favourite Beaches Costa del Sol Costa del Sol and it’s beaches. An important part of our life on the coast is its beaches. We asked our colleagues and some friends to share their f… Read More

Schools on the Costa del Sol In Spain, compulsory schooling applies to children and teenagers aged between 6-16 years of age. However, most children start already during the year they turn 3… Read More

The best cultural events on the Costa del Sol There are so many things to do on the Costa del Sol! We asked our staff, collaborators and local residents about their opinion. These are in the… Read More

0What to do on the Costa del Sol with kids If you have purchased a property or are thinking about purchasing a property in Mijas Costa, here’s a few ideas on what to do on the Costa de… Read More

Lotus Jardinana New Development Costa del Sol Spain New luxury development of apartments in La Cala de Mijas Costa del Sol Spain. 600 metres form the beach and the beautiful village of La Ca… Read More

Tapas, tapas, tapas!! The whole world is in love with the Spanish tapas! The best TAPAS on the Costa del Sol! These small dishes of delish. The presentation differs from the south to the nor… Read More

Here you are thinking about buying a holiday home on the Costa del Sol in the south of Spain and imagining yourself on the beach or golf course. And when you are bored with the beach there a… Read More

Thinking about buying a holiday home on the Costa del Sol in the south of Spain and imagining yourself on the beach or golf course. But there are so many other things one can do. For example… Read More

Most on the properties on the Costa del Sol are in urbanisations of some kind. Apartment buildings and townhouses in Spain are normally its own urbanisation with its communal areas such as g… Read More

Properties for Rent on Costa del Sol As a service to our clients, we offer property management and rentals administration. Have a look at the rentals on offer here. If you are looking to ren… Read More

What should I think about for when I choose an Estate Agent in Spain? By Christofer Fogelberg, Partner Agent StartGroup and registered Spanish Estate Agent GIPE no 3726 StartGroup recently c… Read More

El Castillo de Fuengirola Fuengirola Castle stage Continuing the cultural journey of what to do around the area of Fairways la Cala golf, today we look at the nearby castle in Fuengirola. Th… Read More

TORRE DE LA BATERIA O TORREON DE LA CALA DE MIJAS – WATCHTOWER Time for a bit of a history lesson! The “Torreon” or Watchtower in La Cala is a very prominent feature sitti… Read More

La Canasta in la Cala In the heart of La Cala de Mijas, and conveniently located next door to the children’s play park you can find La Canasta. Established in 1983, La Canasta is a loc… Read More

La Cala de Mijas Street Market Spices for saleLa Cala de Mijas  Street Market Held on the site formally known as “Recinto Ferial” (meaning fairground), La Cala Market (Marca… Read More

La Cala Golf HotelLa Cala Golf Hotel & Spa Just a 1 minute drive or short walk from Start Groups new development Fairways La Cala Golf you have the La Cala Golf Resort Hotel. This idylli… Read More

LA CALA DE MIJAS Fairways la cala golf is a few minutes’ drive from the bustling village of La Cala de Mijas. Here is a rundown of what La Cala has to offer. La Cala de Mijas, or Mijas… Read More

Blog about La Cala Golf Resort, in which our new development for sale Fairways La Cala Golf sits in the heart of. La Cala Resort in Mijas, Andalucia, southern Spain is a residential and recr… Read More

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Originally from Gothenburg, Sweden, Christofer Fogelberg moved to the south of Spain back in 1999. After a few years spent soaking up the region and all it had to offer, he dove into the rea… Read More

We have great news for those looking for property in Spain. Not everybody has the funding to invest in Real Estate on the Costa del Sol outright, so it stands to reason that many will be loo… Read More

We have great news for those looking for property in Spain. Not everybody has the funding to invest in Real Estate on the Costa del Sol outright, so it stands to reason that many will be lo… Read More

There are many reasons to spend time in this part of the Costa del Sol; perhaps you’ve been perusing apartments in Mijas Costa, perhaps you’ve been taking a well-earned break, or… Read More

We all know what recycling is, and we’re all for it. Nobody likes waste in this day and age, and a fair few of us want to be eco-friendly as well. So we recycle. Recycling is great, bu… Read More

Moving to a new property in Spain, even on the Costa Del Sol, can certainly be a culture shock. Once the furore of buying a new home and decorating it has died down, the realisation that yo… Read More

Buying or selling a property can be one of the most stressful experiences you will face. There are pitfalls, ups and downs and many emotions are involved. Working with the right team of pro… Read More

If you’re considering a move to the beautiful Calahonda in the municipality of Mijas, then chances are you plan to spend a lot of time outside. With over 320 days of sunshine a year, t… Read More

The Costa del Sol has a lot to offer, but one of the most sparkly jewels in its crown is without doubt the self-sufficient and picturesque resort of Calahonda, you can find brand new apartme… Read More

Día de Andalucía sounds quite poetic, when said aloud. This Andalusian public holiday translates to ‘the Day of Andalucía’, and the cause for celebration is… Read More

As usually happens at the start of every year, the property market starts to gather momentum. Here on the Costa del Sol, it’s no different; in fact it is perhaps even busier than many… Read More

Statistics from November 2016 are entirely positive, demonstrating that tourism in Spain is thriving regardless of any perceived challenges in the wake of the Brexit vote. In fact, it could… Read More

Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean you need to stay inside. If you have bought a home on the Costa del Sol and are already living here, or you’re planning a move to Cal… Read More

So, 2016 is coming to a close, and maybe you have looked back at your year and decided something was lacking. You wouldn’t be the first to come to the conclusion that a Spanish lifest… Read More

Christmas in the UK is generally an affair to be taken seriously; we know this. However, we also know that nobody really relishes the cold temperatures and manic consumerism that comes with… Read More

The Mediterranean coast continues to grow in popularity among foreigners, according to recent studies; approximately twenty percent of foreign tourists visiting this region of Spain have sh… Read More

The golf sector has been a major influence on the Spanish property market. This is especially so on the Costa del Sol where there are a large number of golf courses.  Golf brings many v… Read More

The Ministry of Development recently released some new figures indicating that things are still looking up for Spanish property sales. Spain on the whole has seen an increase in sales over… Read More

Calahonda is fortunate enough to be subject to some of Spain’s best weather, all year round and if you like this you can find very nice apartments in Mijas Costa. With long days full… Read More

There’s a certain ring to the name Cabopino; a ring that implies fun, indulgence and all things exotic. As it happens, this is exactly the kind of experience you can expect to have he… Read More

Looking for a new home can be both a daunting and exciting prospect, especially if you’re moving to a new country with cultural and language differences. For first time expats, there a… Read More

NEWSLETTER : BE HAPPY AND HAVE A LOOK ON OUR BEST PROPERTIES!!! As read today in the Spanish newspaper ABC, the Spanish property market is booming !!!! The national statistic… Read More

If you’re now happily settled in to your new home on the Costa del Sol, you may be thinking about getting to grips with the Spanish language.Spanish is the second most common language… Read More

We are not suggesting that those looking to find a property for sale in Calahonda should consider renting instead; on the contrary, we know that when your heart is set on that luxury townhou… Read More

Seasoned expats will be familiar with the term ‘culture shock’. It’s a common term, probably because so many people have experienced it! You don’t have to move to th… Read More

Unless you’re fortunate enough to have everything in place already, it may be that your move to the Costa del Sol has a number of question marks over it for example about Property for… Read More

Sitio de Calahonda is a very beautiful place, not least because of its gorgeous beach; the beach is one of the main attractions, but for those looking to buy their beachfront villa in Calah… Read More

There is something special about the seabed in Mijas Costa. Something that differentiates it from others in the region: Its position as the meeting point of Atlantic and Mediterranean water… Read More

“I was very pleased and satisfied with the service I received from Start Group and Christofer Fogelberg when I bought my property in May 2015. I felt this agent was different from many… Read More

Calahonda Beach It’s that time of the year when Costa Del Sol chiringuitos start to open their doors to the public again. That makes it one of our favorite times of the year for two re… Read More

Houses for sale on the Costa del Sol There aren’t many who don’t love being by the beach. The biggest problem you have on the beach is getting sand in your things, but you can l… Read More

Foreign Demand Reaches Record Levels in Spain Spain is still one of the most popular destinations for expats – especially the British – who want to give up the daily grind and … Read More

Far from being the discount package holiday option that some Spanish destinations may be seen as, Marbella is now recognised as a cosmopolitan place-to-be-seen for different kinds of people… Read More

Calahonda Dreaming – property for sale in Calahonda There is no question about it: Sitio De Calahonda is justifiably a popular destination whether you are a traveler passing through, a… Read More

A Glimpse into the Moorish History of Modern Andalucia Andalucia has a rich and interesting history. It all started when the Moors first came in 711AD. Tariq Ibn Ziyad and a collection of A… Read More

A Happy State of Affairs for Spanish Real Estate on the Costa del Sol It’s no secret that Spain has suffered miserably in the last decade at the hands of the global economic crisi… Read More

For the expatriate coming into Spain, looking for a new home here on the Costa Del Sol is an exciting prospect, and one that we understand well. If you are buying your home rather than renti… Read More

The name ‘Costa del Sol’ has long been synonymous with sun beds, sun screen, sandy beaches and sangria, but after all the summer tourists have gone home, how exactly do the peren… Read More

So, you’ve found your perfect property for sale in Calahonda Spain, now let’s find out about Costa del Sol news in Marbella! We know it can be a tedious job searching for houses… Read More

Holiday villas Mijas Costa are The ‘White Villages of Andlaucia’ are famous for obvious reasons. From directly within them or from a distant, panoramic view, they are a sight to… Read More

So, you’re looking for property for sale in Calahonda. And you’re preparing for an exciting new life in sunny Spain awash with warm weather and cool cocktails, then one of the ma… Read More