Real estate market update

Electricity, gas, internet, mobile and insurance: bills charged month after month that almost nobody reviews. These markets reward new customers and penalise those who stay put — we explain where the overspend hides and how to check your savings for free in 1 minute.

Cerdanya is the favourite valley of half of Barcelona, and buying a second home there is a much-repeated dream — with particularities worth knowing before you sign: areas, real running costs, tourist rentals and the condition of mountain houses.

In a divorce, the home is the decision with the greatest financial impact: it is usually the couple's largest asset and almost always carries a mortgage. These are the three possible ways out for the shared house and the five most expensive mistakes.

Inheriting a flat with your siblings often ends in deadlock: one wants to sell, another wants to rent it out, a third won't even discuss it. We explain the three possible ways out, the deadlines and taxes you must not miss, and the most expensive mistakes.

To give your home a warm and welcoming atmosphere during the fall season, it is essential to choose a color palette that reflects the beauty of this season.

When the weather is nice, the balcony or terrace can become an extension of your home and a perfect place to enjoy the sun and the outdoors.

The energy efficiency of a property refers to its ability to efficiently use the energy it consumes. Improving it implies reducing energy consumption without sacrificing the comfort of the people who inhabit or use it.