Leases
Renting should be simple, but problems sometimes arise. We help you know your rights, whether you are a tenant or a landlord.
What it involves
A lease (arrendamiento) is the rental contract for a home, a room or commercial premises. It sets the rent, the duration, the deposit and who pays each expense or repair. Many conflicts between landlord and tenant are avoided by checking the contract carefully before signing and recording the condition of the property in writing.
Is this your case?
- Your landlord will not return your deposit at the end of the contract.
- They want to raise your rent or make you leave early and you do not know whether they can.
- There is damp or there are breakdowns and nobody takes care of the repairs.
- You are a landlord and want a well-drafted contract to rent out your flat.
How we help
We review or draft the rental contract, whether you are the tenant or the landlord. If there is a dispute, we send a formal demand and try to negotiate. If there is no solution, we go to court to claim the deposit, the rent or the outstanding repairs. We also support you with the inventory, extensions and handing over the keys. We can help you in Spanish, Arabic, Tamazight, French and English, at our offices in Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Málaga and Barcelona or online, wherever you are in Spain.
If the dispute has already reached non-payment, we can help you with the eviction, and for other agreements, with reviewing contracts.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the difference between a residential lease and a seasonal lease?
- A residential lease is for your main home and gives the tenant more protection. A seasonal lease (alquiler de temporada) covers a specific need, such as studies or temporary work. Using one instead of the other to cut back the tenant's rights can be challenged before a judge.
- Can my landlord enter the flat without my permission?
- No. Even though they own it, the rented flat is your home and they need your consent to enter, unless there is a court order. If it happens, keep evidence and talk to us.
- My landlord won't let me register on the padrón. What can I do?
- Padrón registration (empadronamiento) is handled by the town hall and, in many cases, you can register by proving that you live there even if your landlord does not cooperate. It is key for your immigration procedures, so we advise you according to your municipality.
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