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The Costa Blanca's most anticipated developments this year
From Alicante to Torrevieja, from Jávea to Benidorm: the new-build developments everyone is talking about. Zones, indicative prices and what makes them stand out.
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Buying off-plan, quality specs, warranties, energy efficiency and everything around a new-build development.
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Post-handover guarantees: three-year, ten-year and finishes
You bought new build. Now you have 1, 3 and 10 years of guarantee. What each covers, how to claim and the mistakes that can lose you the protection.
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Key handover: the checklist before you sign
The snagging visit is your last chance to spot defects before signing the deed. This 40+ point checklist covers everything you should verify.
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How to customise a new-build home without voiding guarantees
Finishes, layout, extras: what you can change when buying off-plan, when to ask, how much it costs and the line you must not cross to keep your guarantees.
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Home automation in new build: what to ask for today
Motorised shutters, smart locks, voice control, EV charger. What comes as standard, what is extra and what you will actually use day to day.
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Aerothermal, underfloor heating and heat pumps: modern comfort
How aerothermal works, why underfloor heating beats radiators and how much it really costs to heat and cool a modern home on the Costa Blanca.
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Energy efficiency in new homes: the A rating explained
From G to A: what the letters mean, how much you really save, how new build achieves it and why it matters more than you think when buying.
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Quality specifications: what to check and what to demand
The quality spec is your future home's ID card. Flooring, taps, windows, aerothermal: what level to expect, which brands to look for and the warning signs.
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Bank guarantees and deposits: Law 38/1999 explained
Your money is protected by law when buying off-plan. But only if the guarantee exists. What it is, how to verify it and what to do if the developer does not have it.
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Typical timeline of a new-build development
From building permit to key handover: 24-36 months. The construction phases, the milestones to watch and what happens when there are delays.
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Buying off-plan: advantages, risks and guarantees
Paying before your home exists. Deposits are legally guaranteed, but there are risks the guarantee does not cover. Everything you need to know before signing.
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Why choose new build on the Costa Blanca
Factory energy efficiency, legal guarantees, customisation and modern communities. The real advantages of buying new build — and the nuances you should know.