Off-Plan New-Build Apartment in Valencia for a Buy-to-Let Investor
€195,000 · 20 years · 3.50% fixed 3 yrs. A UK-based buy-to-let landlord was purchasing an off-plan apartment in Valencia's Ruzafa neighbourhood, attracted by the city's growing expat population and strong rental demand.
The Client
Buy-to-Let Investors Abroad
The Challenge
A UK-based buy-to-let landlord was purchasing an off-plan apartment in Valencia's Ruzafa neighbourhood, attracted by the city's growing expat population and strong rental demand. Off-plan purchases in Spain carry stage payment requirements before the mortgage completes on title.
Our Solution
Doulton structured the mortgage for completion on title registration, co-ordinating the stage payment schedule with the developer's requirements. A bank guarantee from the Spanish developer protecting the stage payments was reviewed and confirmed as compliant with Spanish law.
The Outcome
Apartment completed on schedule. Tenanted within three weeks of handover to a young professional couple. Gross rental yield: 6.8% on purchase price. Key highlights: Off-plan structure managed from stage payments to completion; Developer bank guarantee reviewed for compliance; Gross yield of 6.8% achieved immediately on letting.