With the month of February coming to an end, one of the best weeks for skiing is fast approaching known as ‘white week’, followed by spring then summer. Panning is always a good thing and Marbella Unique Properties is already looking to the summer months. Just as we began to prepare for the high season, we invite both tourists and homeowners in Marbella to do the same. Good preparation is essential both for achieving a good rental income and or to stay in as a holiday home, the Golden Mile is constantly in high demand. Marbella Unique Properties would like to help both new owners to the rental market as well as new visitors to the city, with information on how to prepare for the summer holiday season on the Costa del Sol.
OWNERS
Starting with owners whether of apartments, townhouses or villas, the holiday rental period can begin well with the arrival of spring, but undoubtedly the best and highest season is the summer. The high season rentals can be a great option for a property that is on the market for sale and would like to generate an income during these peak months where typically rentals are highest in demand.
Owners must remember to have the property registered with the Andalusian Tourism Registry to be able to achieve seasonal rentals. For this, the property will have to meet a series of basic requirements such as include: a first aid kit, air conditioning systems in rooms, first occupancy license, etc…
Annually reviewing the property in preparation for the season is a great idea. As the winter months are very peaceful on the Costa del Sol, it is a great time to update and check various things in the property, such as: to review air conditioners, check the lights, repair and fix small things i.e. doors that don’t close correctly, shutters that don’t work properly, taps that drip, etc. This is a great way to avoid unforeseen events that may occur later during the rental, where it is always somewhat more complicated to quickly take care of these repairs and assure a good rental experience to the client. Taking advantage of the occasion and do a bit of ‘home-staging‘, as this will help increase the properties profitability. On occasion, second homes that are not used as a main residence may not have the most updated furniture and or a great sense of style with regard to furniture and soft furnishings; this is an important factor and can help the property be selected time and again. Giving the property a facelift and or small refurbishments such as opening spaces and removing partitions, or something more ‘light’ just by changing the decoration can help improve the overall appeal. The aim is that the property continues to be attractive to the potential client, a fresh coat of paint, removing bulky furniture and ‘depersonalizing’ is something that will help present the property to its best and results in higher demand.
If you do not live in Marbella, you may need external help to be able to manage more efficiently the different services that a rental property implies, i.e.: customer search through web advertising, delivery of keys, check in and out of the property, preparing contracts etc… Agencies such as Marbella Unique Properties pave the way with regard to customer management.
CLIENTS
For future clients or returning clients who would like to visit Marbella once again, the Costa del Sol is one of the most popular destinations on the Spanish tourist market with a wide variety of properties to offer affording great properties to suite all clients’ needs.
As soon as the dates for your holiday in the Marbella sun are clear and a holiday is booked out on our annual planner, we should start searching for options as soon as possible. As previously mentioned the Costa del Sol is very high in demand with international tourists, and bookings begin to take place from spring onwards, so if you are looking for the perfect property, you will have to be fast.
In relation to the previous section, we have to be very clear about what our search is based on. Influencing factors are such as the type of holiday we are looking for, the number of people / bedrooms, a budget for the stay and various other specific requirements. Having all these factors clear, will make the search faster and more efficient. Having a clear idea of what you are searching for including if you prefer to smell the sea from a property on the Golden Mile and or if you prefer to enjoy the yachts and shops of Puerto Banus. Our city is very well connected and most areas are within a very short distance from the majority of properties, you can choose to be located in the hustle and bustle of a beach city or relax in the tranquility of the golf valley of Nueva Andalucia. By taking a look at our Blog section on our website you can find useful information to have a clearer idea of the locations and specific developments including the sought after Sierra Blanca, and established golfing areas such as Guadalmina.
Perhaps the most important recommendation that we would give to newcomers to Marbella would be to get the support of a good real estate agency specializing in rentals, this encompasses solutions for the points mentioned above. The city of Marbella welcomes and is made up of a large number of nationalities, and therefore the properties that make up our city encompass unique variety and distinct characteristics. When we take into consideration for example budgets (if the area is not a determining factor), Marbella Unique Properties could recommend properties such as villas instead of apartments, choosing a better location for the budget. The Marbella market is very special, housing different qualities in each development, to such an extent that t the price may vary in the same area. Working with a consolidated real estate agency also provides peace of mind for all types of transactions, the internet can often present doubts for many clients, this way the client will constantly be in contact with a specific person throughout the rental.
If you own a property in the Marbella area and are planning to advertise it for summer rentals for the first time, you can visit our offices in Puerto Banús and we will clarify any doubts and or questions you may have. At the same time, we hope that this small selection of tips has been useful for current owners as well as for new tourists. Summer is just around the corner; let’s prepare our properties and our swimsuits!
