Why Madrid? Madrid vs. Tel Aviv
Over the years, Israeli clients have consistently been some of our most significant buyers; this has increased since the regional conflict as many are seeking stability. If you are looking at Madrid as an alternative place to live, or as a place to purchase a second home/investment property, this article Madrid vs. Tel Aviv walks […]
Why Madrid? Madrid vs. Berlin
Are you considering moving to Madrid? If so, this article can help you discern the pros and cons of Madrid vs. Berlin. We walk through both the economic differences between the two cities and lifestyle differences. Economic factors Housing markets Berlin is currently in the middle of a major housing crisis. Although […]
Spanish holiday traditions
Traditionally, Spanish holiday traditions were much different than those found in other parts of Europe. Although Spaniards are adopting some traditions from other Christian countries, they still celebrate in a unique way. Christmas Historically, Christmas was not widely celebrated in Spain. There was no Santa Claus/Father Christmas and children did not receive […]
Everything you need to know about Spanish healthcare
The Spanish healthcare system consistently ranks as one of the best in Europe; some of the country’s hospitals and medical centers are ranked among the best in the world. Health insurance in Spain is also relatively cheap (especially compared with health insurance in the USA). This article explains everything you need to know about Spanish […]
Pride month in Madrid 2023
The Madrid Pride Festival is the most important one in Europe, and one of the biggest in the world. For example, in 2017, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of the first celebration of pride in Spain, Madrid hosted World Pride. It brought together more than 2 million people, making it the largest Pride festival in […]
Cannabis laws in Spain: What you need to know
Now that cannabis is legal in roughly half of US states, many people have taken advantage of the new regulations and are becoming accustomed to the freedoms they allow. We are getting these question from a number of prospective clients: What are the cannabis laws in Spain? Is it legal? Can I consume it without […]
Why Madrid? Madrid vs. Miami
Many people are leaving South America to live in a place that is politically stable, safer and has a better economy. Traditionally, South Americans gravitated towards Miami. In recent years they widened their nets and are moving to Madrid in increasing numbers. According to the census results released on January 1, 2024 by Spain’s National […]
Why Madrid? Madrid vs. Lisbon
Do you want EU residency? Many people that are interested in EU residency, and ultimately EU citizenship, have both Madrid and Lisbon at the top of their lists. Although there are some similarities to the cites: they both have good weather, they are both on the Iberian peninsula and both countries have good public healthcare […]
The best city for digital nomads
If you are looking for the best city for digital nomads, there are likely three broad factors that are extremely important to you: An excellent infrastructure for working remotely, a healthy work life balance and plenty of interesting things to see and do while you are living in your chosen location. Because it ticks all […]
Why Madrid? Madrid vs. London
Are you considering moving to Europe? Read this Madrid vs. London article to learn the advantages of living in Madrid, as opposed to dark, dreary and stressful London. NOTE This article was updated in January 2023 to reflect current events. Access to the European Market Post Brexit, many people from the UK […]
Cost of Living in Madrid 2023
Madrid offers an excellent quality of life that is very affordable. In this article we walk you through the cost of living in Madrid in 2023. One of the biggest appeals of living in Madrid is the high quality of life enjoyed by its residents. As we detailed in our article, Why Madrid: The benefits of […]
How to move to Spain, post Brexit
Tired of the rain? Want to go back to being able to travel freely throughout the EU? If so, this article is for you. It explains how to move to Spain, post Brexit. Spanish residency will give you access to live and work in the EU, and travel freely about the Schengen Area. Why Spain? […]
Our favorite new places to drink wine in Madrid
Although people from abroad associate Spain with wine, the truth is that up until recently, Madrileños mostly drank beer. That’s changed. With the exception of our first listing below (which has been around for decades), a number of exciting new wine bars and shops have opened in Madrid in recent years. Read this article to […]
Why Madrid?- Madrid vs. Paris
Do you dream of living in Europe? If so, you’re not alone. All of us at Madrid Estate have moved here from other countries. The first step you need to take, before moving to Europe, is to figure out where you want to live. In this series of articles called Why Madrid?, we explore the costs […]
Why Madrid? The benefits of moving to Madrid
Considering relocating? Madrid, with its fantastic lifestyle, is a great option. Keep reading to learn the top 5 benefits of moving to Madrid Are you considering relocating? If so, you are not alone. Many people are moving to Madrid because of the fantastic lifestyle it offers. Keep reading to learn the top five benefits of […]
5 Fabulous reasons for relocating to Madrid
Are you thinking about relocating? Maybe you are American and need a break from the political turmoil. Or perhaps you are British and are disillusioned with the whole Brexit situation? Maybe you just want to live somewhere else, now that you are permanently working from home. Regardless of the reason, Madrid is a wonderful place […]
Everything you need to know about yoga in Madrid
NOTE: This article was updated in November, 2022. Many of the yoga schools in Madrid did not survive covid; even some of the biggest ones closed their doors. This article reflects the current situation with yoga schools in Madrid. Madrid has a thriving yoga community. There are a few large studios, and scores of […]