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Rise in U.S. Buyers in Spain Brings New Compliance Challenges for Real Estate Professionals
The number of U.S. citizens buying property in Spain has been steadily increasing, with particular interest in Marbella, the Costa del...
Andreas Hobbelin
Aug 112 min read
Spain’s Real Estate Market: A High-Risk Sector for Money Laundering in 2024
The 2024 National Risk Assessment Addendum has reconfirmed that the real estate sector in Spain remains a prime target for money...
Andreas Hobbelin
Mar 92 min read
Did You Know? Banks and Notaries Can Report Real Estate Agencies for AML Failures
💡 Did you know that banks and notaries can file Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR) or Suspicious Transaction Reports (STR) against real...
Andreas Hobbelin
Mar 93 min read
Did You Know? Real Estate Agents Can Be Held Personally Liable for AML Failures
💡 Did you know that YOU as a real estate professional can be personally fined if your agency fails to comply with AML regulations? Why...
Andreas Hobbelin
Mar 91 min read
Did You Know? Failing to Follow AML Rules Can Cost You Millions in Fines
💡 Did you know that real estate firms in Spain can be fined up to €10 million for AML non-compliance? Common AML Violations That Lead to...
Andreas Hobbelin
Mar 91 min read
Did You Know? Handling Foreign Buyers Almost Always Triggers Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
💡 Did you know that real estate agencies in Costa del Sol are often required to conduct Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), not just simple...
Andreas Hobbelin
Mar 91 min read
Did You Know? Costa del Sol is a Prime Target for Money Laundering in Real Estate
The Appeal of Costa del Sol for Money Launderers Costa del Sol is known for its luxury real estate market, high-profile buyers, and...
Andreas Hobbelin
Mar 93 min read
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