{"id":10977,"date":"2024-08-19T19:34:44","date_gmt":"2024-08-19T19:34:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/casilladecosta.com\/guide-to-buying-new-homes\/"},"modified":"2026-08-18T10:42:07","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T10:42:07","slug":"guide-to-buying-new-homes","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/casilladecosta.com\/en\/guide-to-buying-new-homes\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide to buying new homes"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”full_width_content” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#2b323a” bg_image=”653″ bg_position=”center center” background_image_loading=”default” bg_repeat=”no-repeat” full_height=”yes” scene_position=”center” left_padding_desktop=”18%” constrain_group_2=”yes” right_padding_desktop=”18%” left_padding_phone=”16px” constrain_group_6=”yes” right_padding_phone=”16px” text_color=”light” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” zindex=”100″ overflow=”hidden” color_overlay=”#000000″ advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”radial” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”fade-in” mobile_disable_bg_image_animation=”true” shape_type=”” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”top-bottom” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”0px” desktop_text_alignment=”center” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”static” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default” column_padding_type=”default”][split_line_heading animation_type=”line-reveal-by-space” font_style=”h1″ line_reveal_by_space_text_effect=”none” content_alignment=”center” mobile_content_alignment=”inherit” link_target=”_self” text_content=”Buying guide and process: how to acquire your new build property in Fuerteventura” font_size=”54px” font_line_height=”1.4em” font_size_tablet=”40px” font_size_phone=”35px” text_direction=”default” max_width=”1200″][\/split_line_heading][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_margin=”96px” top_margin_phone=”64px” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_responsive_text text_color=”#505050″ font_size_desktop=”18px” font_line_height=”1.6em” text_direction=”default” max_width=”1000″]Buying a new build property is different from buying a resale home: it involves specific legal guarantees, construction timelines, and customization decisions that do not exist in the resale market. This guide explains how the full process works with Casilla de Costa, from initial contact to handing over the keys.<\/p>\n

If you are looking for general legal and tax information about buying a property in Spain (NIE, taxes, notary), check our complete guide to buying property in Spain<\/a> \u2014 here we focus specifically on new builds.[\/nectar_responsive_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”16px”][nectar_cta btn_style=”see-through” heading_tag=”p” button_color=”extra-color-2″ text_color=”#000000″ button_border_thickness=”0px” link_type=”regular” alignment=”center” alignment_tablet=”default” alignment_phone=”default” constrain_group_3=”yes” constrain_group_4=”yes” display=”block” display_tablet=”inherit” display_phone=”inherit” padding_top=”15px” padding_bottom=”15px” padding_left=”25px” padding_right=”25px” link_text=”Learn more” url=”https:\/\/casilladecosta.com\/en\/contact\/” margin_left=”-10px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”20px” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” left_padding_desktop=”4%” constrain_group_2=”yes” right_padding_desktop=”4%” left_padding_phone=”0px” constrain_group_6=”yes” right_padding_phone=”0px” top_margin=”96px” top_margin_phone=”64px” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”0px” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_responsive_text text_color=”#000000″ text_direction=”default” font_size_desktop=”56px” font_line_height=”1.4em” font_size_phone=”40px”]\n

Why new builds are different from resale properties<\/strong><\/h2>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”40px”][nectar_responsive_text text_direction=”default”]A new build property doesn’t just feature brand-new facilities: it comes with legal guarantees that the resale market cannot offer. The 10-Year Structural Insurance (Seguro Decenal) covers structural defects for ten years, and all construction complies with current energy regulations from day one \u2014 with no renovation surprises or outdated energy certificates.[\/nectar_responsive_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_content” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”20px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#f0f2f6″ scene_position=”center” top_padding=”80px” bottom_padding=”80px” left_padding_desktop=”8%” constrain_group_2=”yes” right_padding_desktop=”8%” left_padding_tablet=”8%” constrain_group_4=”yes” right_padding_tablet=”8%” top_padding_phone=”-40px” left_padding_phone=”24px” constrain_group_6=”yes” right_padding_phone=”24px” top_margin=”40px” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” zindex=”10″ overflow=”visible” id=”features” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_color=”#0a0a0a” shape_divider_position=”top” shape_divider_height=”1″ bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=”straight_section”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][nectar_sticky_media_sections content_position=”right” content_spacing=”45vh” media_width=”60%” media_height=”75vh” mobile_aspect_ratio=”4-3″ border_radius=”none”][nectar_sticky_media_section section_type=”image” image=”409″][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][nectar_responsive_text font_size_desktop=”48px” font_size_tablet=”22px” font_line_height=”1.4em” text_direction=”default” font_size_phone=”40px”]\n

The step-by-step process with Casilla de Costa<\/h2>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”40px” custom_height_phone=”16px”][nectar_responsive_text font_size_desktop=”32px” font_size_tablet=”22px” font_line_height=”1.4em” text_direction=”default”]\n

1. Initial consultation<\/h3>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][nectar_responsive_text font_size_min=”14px” font_size_max=”20px” font_size_desktop=”18px” font_line_height=”1.6em” text_direction=”default”]\n

We understand what you are looking for \u2014 budget, property type (villa or apartment), number of bedrooms \u2014 and present the available developments that fit your criteria.<\/p>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”40px” custom_height_phone=”20px”][nectar_responsive_text font_size_desktop=”32px” font_size_tablet=”22px” font_line_height=”1.4em” text_direction=”default”]\n

2. Online or in-person visit<\/h3>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][nectar_responsive_text font_size_min=”14px” font_size_max=”20px” font_size_desktop=”18px” font_line_height=”1.6em” text_direction=”default”]\n

Explore developments via a virtual tour or schedule a visit to the island. Many of our buyers complete the entire process remotely.<\/p>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”40px” custom_height_phone=”20px”][nectar_responsive_text font_size_desktop=”32px” font_size_tablet=”22px” font_line_height=”1.4em” text_direction=”default”]\n

3. Reservation and payment guarantees<\/h3>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][nectar_responsive_text font_size_min=”14px” font_size_max=”20px” font_size_desktop=”18px” font_line_height=”1.6em” text_direction=”default”]\n

Upon reserving, every advance payment you make during construction is protected by a Bank Guarantee<\/strong> mandatory by law \u2014 if construction is not completed, the bank refunds your money in full. Never buy off-plan without this guarantee, whether with us or any other developer.<\/p>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”40px” custom_height_phone=”20px”][nectar_responsive_text font_size_desktop=”32px” font_size_tablet=”22px” font_line_height=”1.4em” text_direction=”default”]\n

4. Customization of finishes<\/h3>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][nectar_responsive_text font_size_min=”14px” font_size_max=”20px” font_size_desktop=”18px” font_line_height=”1.6em” text_direction=”default”]<p>Depending on the construction phase in which you reserve, you can customize certain finishes of your home \u2014 from materials to the layout of certain spaces.<\/p><\/span>[\/nectar_responsive_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”40px” custom_height_phone=”20px”][nectar_responsive_text text_direction=”default”]\n

5. Contract, notary, and key delivery<\/h3>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][nectar_responsive_text text_direction=”default”]\n

We guide you through the contract review and the signing before a notary. Once construction is complete, final checks are conducted before hand-over \u2014 the moment the property officially becomes yours.<\/p>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/nectar_sticky_media_section][\/nectar_sticky_media_sections][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_content” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” left_padding_desktop=”8%” constrain_group_2=”yes” right_padding_desktop=”8%” top_margin=”120px” top_margin_phone=”64px” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”padding-3-percent” column_padding_tablet=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_phone=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”right” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ background_image=”177″ background_image_position=”center center” background_image_stacking=”default” background_image_loading=”default” column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”7\/12″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default” column_padding_type=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height_phone=”300px”][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”padding-6-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”left” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”5\/12″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default” column_padding_type=”default”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height_phone=”24px”][nectar_responsive_text text_color=”#000000″ text_direction=”default” font_size_desktop=”48px” font_line_height=”1.4em” font_size_phone=”35px” font_size_tablet=”40px”]\n

Energy certification and construction guarantees<\/h2>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][nectar_responsive_text text_direction=”default”]All our homes are delivered with an energy efficiency certificate and legally required structural guarantees. This translates into lower utility bills and less maintenance compared to a resale home \u2014 with no surprises or hidden costs during the first years.[\/nectar_responsive_text][nectar_responsive_text text_direction=”default”]\n

Villa or apartment?<\/h2>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][nectar_responsive_text text_direction=”default”]If you are still deciding which property type suits you best, check out our new build villas<\/a> or our apartments for sale<\/a> \u2014 or discover all our available developments in Fuerteventura<\/a>.[\/nectar_responsive_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”80″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\n

Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n

Can I customize my property if I buy off-plan?<\/h3>\n

It depends on the construction phase in which you reserve \u2014 the earlier you reserve, the more flexibility you will have to customize finishes and certain spaces.<\/p>\n

What happens to my money if the development is delayed?<\/h3>\n

All advance payments are protected by a Bank Guarantee under the Building Management Act (LOE) \u2014 this is a legal guarantee, not a commercial promise.<\/p>\n

Do I need to be in Spain to complete the purchase?<\/h3>\n

No. The process is designed to be completed remotely, with online tours and assisted signing when you cannot travel.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”100″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\n

Ready to take the next step?<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]Contact our team to answer your questions or schedule a visit to our developments.[\/vc_column_text]
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