A common question from people living in Catalonia is about Wealth Tax; What assets are Wealth Tax based on, how it is calculated, how can we manage the amount we have to pay, when is it due and what forms are needed for Wealth Tax. This article gives insight into the answers to these questions

The Valencian Community has introduced significant tax reforms for 2026-2027, including reduced income tax rates, a doubled wealth tax exemption to €2 million per person, and expanded inheritance and gift tax reliefs for family businesses and wider family members. These changes position Valencia as an increasingly attractive region for wealthy residents and families planning intergenerational wealth transfers.

British expats living in Spain face a critical decision about their UK property: should they keep it as a rental investment or sell and reinvest the proceeds? With the 2025 Renters' Rights Act fundamentally changing landlord rights, new EPC requirements demanding costly upgrades by 2030, and complex dual UK-Spain tax obligations creating hidden costs, the traditional assumption that property is always the best investment no longer holds.