Publications
Europe steps up fight against money laundering with new technologies
In recent years, the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing has become a priority for the European Union. With the increasing sophistication of criminal networks, authorities have relied on the implementation of advanced technologies to detect fraudulent operations and prevent illicit money from entering the financial system.
The role of technology in the fight against money laundering
Tax advantages of incorporating a company in Spain
In Spain, the incorporation of a commercial company offers a series of tax advantages that can be very beneficial for businessmen, entrepreneurs and investors. Depending on the type of company and its structure, taxes can be optimised and the profitability of the business can be improved.
Below, we analyse the main tax advantages of operating under a company in Spain and how they can be applied to maximise tax savings.
New regulation for State and Community of Madrid Cyber Security
On 14 January 2025, the Spanish Council of Ministers approved the preliminary draft of the Cybersecurity Coordination and Governance Law. This initiative aims to strengthen the protection of networks and information systems against the growing cyber threats that can affect both the economy and national security.
Supplier Payment Deadlines in Spain: Regulations and Consequences of Non-Compliance
Meeting supplier payment deadlines is one of the key issues in the business and commercial sphere. In Spain, legislation establishes specific regulations to ensure that commercial transactions are carried out in a fair and equitable manner, avoiding situations of late payment that may affect the financial stability of suppliers.
Types of wills and the importance of making one
We often find that the will is not given the necessary importance, being one of the most transcendental acts of our lives that will mark the destiny of our assets.
Obligations of service companies: Should they offer a human contact number?
In an increasingly digitalised environment, many companies are opting to automate their customer service channels. However, in essential service sectors, the law requires that consumers must be able to access personalised customer service, not just an email or an automated system (bot).
New regulations for tourist flats
As of 3 April 2025, a reform of the Horizontal Property Law (LPH) will come into force that gives Spanish homeowners' associations a more active role in the regulation of tourist accommodation within their buildings. This amendment establishes that any owner who wishes to use his or her property for tourist rental must first obtain the express approval of the residents' association. This requires the favourable vote of three-fifths of the total number of owners, also representing three-fifths of the participation quotas. This measure seeks to balance the interests of the owners with the coexistence and well-being of the community.
Rapid Trials against Squatters: Legal Reform and How to Act
Squatting has become one of the main concerns of landlords in Spain. In response to this situation, the legal system has recently evolved, reinforcing the civil and criminal tools to speed up the eviction of the so-called ‘squatters’.
Can a residents' association prohibit tourist flats?
Since April 2025, homeowners' associations in a large part of Spain can now prohibit or limit tourist flats in their buildings. This measure comes with the reform of the Horizontal Property Law, promoted by the central government, and aims to curb the saturation of the rental market and improve neighbourhood coexistence.
