Arcos & Lamers Asociados is a Law and Tax advice Firm that is made up of a team of professionals including: lawyers, economists, accountants, tax and labour advisers. Your Spanish Lawyers and Accountants in Marbella!
At Arcos & Lamers Asociados you will find skills and experience under the same roof. Thanks to their extensive experience, the advisers of this Firm offer an extensive range of high-quality services in the following variety of languages: English, Spanish, Dutch, German and French.
The lawyers, tax advisers and accountants of this Spanish Law Firm in Marbella take pride in their unique, direct and personal approach to their clients.
As many of the advisers of Arcos & Lamers Asociados specialise in different fields, they are able to offer advice on all of your Spanish fiscal, legal and accounting needs. All of our professionals are members of the Malaga Bar and/or Economist Associations and speak several languages allowing them to offer their services to clients of different nationalities throughout Spain.
The company code of conduct of this Spanish Law Firm guarantees rigorous and professional services combining efficiency and effectiveness with integrity, security and honesty. These qualities guarantee a professional and transparent service to their clients.
The gorgeous Spanish climate, delicious cuisine, leisure opportunities and the general Spanish life style ranks Spain high in the competition of places to visit or reside, whether you are an individual or a company. The Spanish lawyers and accountants at Arcos & Lamers Asociados always have your best interests at heart and always ensure that they carry out their work with the maximum level of security and efficiency, analysing each case and offering tailor-made solutions.
Wim Lamers, registered accountant in Spain, economist in Spain:
“Spain is an ideal place to live”.
“Arcos & Lamers Asociados offers an all-round service as each of our multidisciplinary team of lawyers, economists and fiscal advisors are specialized in different fields of the Spanish legislation”.
Maria Teresa Arcos, lawyer in Spain:
“Our Firm is always searching to find the best solution for its clients, taking advantage of the newest state-of- the-art technology, and is very demanding. Therefore our staff undergoes regular company training in order to keep up-to-date. All of this allows us to offer a flexible and personalized service to our clients.
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Spanish Civil legal and Extrajudicial proceedings.
Purchase and Sale of properties in Spain.
Spanish Tax law and accounting advise.
Inheritance procedures in Spain, Spanish Wills and succession.
Spanish and European trademarks and patents.
Bankruptcy proceedings in Spain.
Please rest assured that your personal and corporate issues are in good hands with us at Arcos & Lamers Asociados. Please do not hesitate to contact us for further details about any of our services. Telf:+34 952775010/email: [email protected]
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Marbella, September, 2012
]]>Breathtaking views stretch across the countryside to the Mediterranean with its granite sands and in the distance the enchanting Moroccan coastline.
The history of Benahavis starts at the end of the XIth century. It was initially known as Montemayor Castle, which played a very important role in the battles between the various Arab kings in Andalucia. It was formed for its strategic position, and disputed for many years by the military factions of the epoch. Its prominent location overlooking up to a hundred kilometers of seaboard, and even the African coast, was extremely useful at a time when piracy and invasion were commonplace.
The town takes its name from Havis, who reigned in Montemayor Castle, to be precise, Benahavis means son of Havis”. The castle’s strategic location drew the attention of the Catholic Monarchs, intent on conquering the last Moorish kingdoms in the south of the Iberian Peninsula, Isabel and Ferdinand´s forces had already laid siege to the Nazarite kingdom of Granada, but they decided first to occupy the nearby province of Malaga.
On the 11th of June 1485, Benahavis, together with the 8 localities of the Bermeja Mountains, all within the district of Marbella, were handed over to King Ferdinand the Catholic, by Mohammed Abuneza after the signing of the capitulation.
The Catholic King entrusted their custody to Don Pedro Villandrado, Count of Ribadeo, and the first Christian mayor of Benahavis. From that moment on, a dispute arose between Benahavis and Marbella which lasted three and half centuries, until Benahavis achieved the status of a completely independent community.
Stuck in a time warp it features winding cobbled streets, lined with orange trees, its wonderful buildings reminiscent of its ancient Moorish heritage seem like a specially created film set. A population of less than 2,000 residents offer a friendly welcome and range of supporting services which ensure your stay is heavenly.
Benahavis is an authentic old Andalusian white village and is famous for its gastronomical offerings, known as the dining room of the Costa Del Sol with 35 restaurants and 22 bars, offering every gastronomic delight from traditional Andalucian taverna to metro style bars.
It also has an extremely high percentage of resident expatriates who have found its situation and ambience irresistible. Come join our small community and neighbours in Benahavis, we will be interested and friendly, but not obsessed with what you may have done, what your own, but more with person you still might be.
So if you could live in the same protected, beautiful environment that provides such inspiration to so many people, wouldn’t your life be enhanced, extended even exceptional?
Benahavis Hills Country Club is a perfect fusion of two worlds. It combines an idyllic village setting with convenient, luxurious and intelligent housing, all set in mountains surrounded by virgin pine forests. Set within a green conservation belt. The design of this low density, up-market development of 85 villas and 22 townhouses has carefully integrated homes into the charming natural environment in order to respect resident’s privacy and nature.
Benahavis Hills Country Club stands an average o f300 metresabove sea level, and is reached by driving 10 minutes from the main coastal road through the Rio Guadalmina gorge up into the hills; with access from two separate roads, one being the Benahavis road, a scenic route which in the future will have direct access to the new toll road, the more direct route through 2 new golf courses.
This modern road network also offers quick and comfortable access to the vibrant social centres of Marbella and Puerto Banus. Marbella, with a mix of its unique old town, elegant boutiques and beachfront promenade, is situated just 15 minutes away. Nearby, Puerto Banus, a very well know international resort, is renowned for offering an exciting array of restaurants and nightlife. Both Marbella and Puerto Banus attract a dedicated following not only year on year, but all year round… Benahavis is also very well connected coastal road which brings you to both Gibraltar and Malaga airports in under 40 minutes.
The Moorish heritage of Benahavis is emphasised by the existence nearby of the ruined 11th Century castle of Montemayor. This Arab stronghold squats on top of the highest mountain in the locality, and anyone wishing to make the climb to visit the ruins and experience the truly sensational views of the coastline should be prepared for a strenuous but rewarding effort.
The surrounding hills of Benahavis remain the preferred ecosystem for many species of birds of prey, wild boar, wolves, goats and many smaller mammals. The valley, which begins on the sides of the Cerro Abanto, in the middle of the Serrania de Ronda, descends the wooded hillside which are covered in pines, holm-oaks and cork-oaks, it possesses a great deal of attractiveness in spots such as the Cerro del Duque, Daidan or Las Maquinas. The most singular part of this valley are the Angosturas del Guadalmedina near the town, where the river has cut into the mountain and the water which pours from the stones, descends among large pools in the popular Charco de las Mozas.
Golf is now one of the biggest participation sports in the world third only to angling, and snooker / pool. Benahavis has some of the most reputed golf courses in the Costa del Sol and the largest private golf course in Spain. However with sixty-three established courses within forty-five minutes drive there is a bountiful supply.
This information about the municipality of Benahavis was offered by Benahavis Hills Country Club, a newly built residential complex located only800 metersfrom the town center and360 metersabove sea level. Offering great views, security and great level of comfort, Benahavis Hills Country Club is set to become a reference point within the Costa del Sol.
T.: +34 952 856 171 M.: +34 618 654 363 E.: [email protected]; http://www.benahavishills.com/
]]>Many people live in more than one country during a tax year (e.g. Spain plus another country). Furthermore, they could own several properties in both countries.
In order to determine your tax liabilities you need to clearly state the country of residence for tax purposes.
When you are considered to be a Spanish Fiscal Resident you will be liable to be taxed for all your Wealth and Income, obtained not only in Spain but World wide, according to Spanish Tax rules and rates – this will include all pension funds unless stated otherwise.
In order to determine your Residency the Spanish Inland Revenue states that:
Any person will be considered a Spanish resident as long as one or more of the following circumstances are met.
- That the person remains more than 183 days during the calendar year on Spanish Territory. In order to determine the residency period under Spanish Territory sporadic absences will be included as well, unless the person can certify his Fiscal Residency abroad. In the event that the countries or territory was considered to be an Off-Shore country or territory then the Spanish Inland Revenue can request proof of permanency in that country for more than 183 days.
- That Spain is the main centre or base of their activities or economical interest directly or indirectly.
- That the spouse, not legally separated, together with any under age children dependant on this person are usually resident in Spain.
The condition of Spanish tax payers in concept to the Income Tax Return will not be lost by any person holding a Spanish Nationality that changes his Fiscal residency to a country considered an Off-Shore country or territory. This rule will be applicable to the tax year where the change took place plus the following four years.
On the other hand, a person will be considered non resident in Spain when they do not meet any of the requirements mentioned above.
If you have any queries regarding any of the above, the Spanish lawyers, accountants and tax advisers in Marbella of Arcos & Lamers Asociados will have the pleasure to advise you on the Spanish taxes you will be due as a Resident or Non Resident in Spain.
Arcos & Lamers Asociados is an multilingual Spanish Law firm. English spoken Registered Accountants in Spain. Spanish Tax advisers in Marbella. Lawyers in Marbella, Solicitors in Marbella. Your Spanish tax expert!
Marbella, September 2012
]]>A maximum of 3 hours flight away from other European parts, with a wealth of incoming flights and a climate which offers warm sunshine all year round – no wonder so many wish to be part of our amazing life style.
Surrounded and protected by a mountain nature reserve the climate is always warm and pleasant, dry with a slight breeze during the hottest time of the day and the air has been classified as some of the purest in Europe due to having no industry nor extensive traffic to pollute.
The Mediterranean sea is mostly calm, warm and inviting and the beaches are wide with beach clubs scattered at a distances catering for all tastes whether that may be the trendy Ocean Club with its famous Champagne Pool Parties, the elegant traditional hotel beach clubs or the very relaxed Spanish Chirringuitos serving fresh fish & cold white wine while sitting in the sand at plastic tables a foot from the water’s edge. The most amazing about the climate is that for six months of the year one can get up in the morning, drive for 1 ½ hour to ski on the slopes of Sierra Nevada and by lunchtime return to Marbella to enjoy a late bikini meal soaking up the afternoon rays….
A large mixture of nationalities live happily in this idyllic cosmopolitan melting spot called Marbella and no surprise so many choose to acquire a holiday home or as an increasing number of people, a permanent home, as one is offered a selection of excellent private international schools and given an infrastructure together with social structure at highest level.
The world economy has of course affected Marbella as most residents generate income in various parts of the World, and the property market has slowed down thus affecting property prices making the time very advantageous to acquire that holiday, retirement or permanent dream home.
When visiting Marbella the majority feels that they are in an Oasis – a happy haven, but Marbella deceives as it very much has the finger on the pulse due to the input of it’s cosmopolitan Jet set residents. The area offers exclusive hotels, shopping equal to Bond Street, gourmet restaurants with cuisines from all parts of the world, trendy bars & clubs and a real estate market which has moved with the times.
To form part of our glamorous society, contact us at International Marbella, as our multi-tasking multi-lingual team can make that dream happen. Being a bespoke consultancy the majority of our applicants retain us as their property finders to locate the right for them. We cover the full range; – the best buy, the best address, the highest luxury, the most unique, the small holiday pad abroad, the extravagant mansion, the rental investment, the extreme contemporary dream, the cleverly interior designed villa, the minimalistic apartment and the Miami style duplex penthouse. What ever is available on the market at any particular time as long as it may satisfy the wishes of our clients. As a company we take great pride in selecting the properties which we market and sell, thus ensuring giving the best service possible to both our vendors and potential buyers.
International Marbella is the new world of real estate where personalized service is the key to making the customer’s property requirements work and we extend an open invitation to contact us to reap the benefit of many years experience combined with our determination to our clients dream come true.
This post is written by international Marbella, for additional information please see http://www.internationalmarbellaproperty.es
]]>The controversial two-phase overhaul will involve a new tax regime for the industry, followed by a shake up of the energy market.
The financial crisis has forced the government into making €65 billion of cuts, €8.6 billion of which will come from new energy and environmental taxes within the next three years.
Among the reforms being considered is a tax on the purchase of natural gas, although any such tariff would not be introduced until 2013.
Under current legislation, energy companies cannot charge consumers above a certain threshold, which is not high enough to cover their costs.
This has created a €24 billion tariff deficit which the government has so far had to compensate through subsidies.
The plans have caused friction between the treasury and industry ministers over how the reforms will be implemented, while energy firms Iberdrola, Endesa and Gas Natural claim the plans will wipe out their profits.
Source: TheOlivepress.es
]]>The announcement is good news for the estimated 100,000 British pensioners who live in Spain, many of whom are not able to claim the allowance under current laws.
Previously, elderly expats could only receive the payment if they turned 60 before leaving Britain and if they had left after the payment was introduced in 1998.
But expats now only need to have a ‘genuine and sufficient link to the UK’ to qualify, including having ‘lived or worked in the UK for most of your working life’.
The ruling by the European Court of Justice affects around 440,000 elderly Britons who live outside Britain but within the EU.
Anyone born on or before July 5, 1951, can now make a claim for the payment this year, which ranges from £200 to £300 depending on your circumstances.
In the 2010-11 winter, 72,840 expats claimed winter fuel payments, at a cost of almost £16 million – a figure which could rise to £100 million if all of the eligible expats were to claim it.
Work and Pensions Secretary Iain Duncan Smith called the ruling ‘ludicrous’ and has promised to introduce a ‘temperature test’ to determine eligibility.
Source: TheOlivepress.es
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]]>In his speech at the closing ceremony, Mariano Rajoy underlined the importance of the trade and investment ties that exist between Spain and Germany.
In his opinion, the strong bilateral ties between the two countries can only be explained by the integration process being enjoyed in Europe. “The Euro has facilitated economic and financial integration, and both Spain and Germany have benefitted in particular from that”, said the President of the Government.
However, he pointed out that, despite notable benefits in terms of stability, prosperity and peace, the European integration process is going through a time of uncertainty and mistrust, which is affecting growth perspectives in Europe.
For this reason, he explained, “it is our responsibility to guarantee that the integration process continues in a decisive manner”. The Spanish and German Governments are firmly committed to that.
“The path to follow at this time of uncertainty can only be one of strengthening European structures”.
The President of the Government referred to the difficult economic situation in Spain and assured that the government is determined to overcome it. “That is my determination and that is my commitment”, he said.
Mariano Rajoy acknowledged the problems that this represents against a backdrop of turbulence and growing difficulties in gaining access to financing. “However, there is no other way forward”. His conviction is that these efforts will not be in vain and that they will lay the foundations for a more stable and prosperous future.
In his opinion, we need to act on various fronts: at a fiscal and financial level, through greater economic integration and a decisive reform policy, since only through these reforms at both a domestic and European level will we be able to place both the Spanish economy and the European economy in a position to compete and grow; and their companies in a condition to take advantage of existing opportunities.
A strong Europe
In her speech, Angela Merkel highlighted that “we have a common interest, the common interest of being a strong Europe because we feel proud of living how we do and because we want to guarantee that our children and grandchildren can also do so”.
In relation to the crisis being suffered in the European Union, the German Chancellor expressed her conviction that “we all have to escape from this trap together”, since 80 million Germans cannot do much by themselves. In her opinion, it is necessary that “all 500 million Europeans join together to defend our interests from within as one unit”.
Angela Merkel underlined that “we all have to make reforms in our own countries and what is hard in Spain at the moment is that the reforms are not having an immediate effect but rather it will have to run its course for a good while” before seeing the effects.
Source: Lamoncloa.es
]]>The representative of the Al-Thani Group, Moayad Shatat, has assured the Mayor, Ángeles Muñoz, that the port is a priority project for the company, Nasir Ben Abdullah and Sons.
There is still no starting date for the construction work, but the environment department of the Junta de Andalucía has undertaken to have a report on the effects of coast shortly.
The project will finally be in the hands of the Junta for its revision.
Source: Tipicallyspanish.com
]]>The surprise announcement on Friday for the new theme parks to be constructed next to the current Port Aventura resort comes after unofficial reports surfaced this week that Las Vegas Sands CEO Sheldon Adelson has finally decided to take his EuroVegas project to Madrid instead of Barcelona.
Spanish billionaire Enrique Banuelos and his Veremonte firm said they will construct the so-called “Barcelona World” on 1.5 million square meters of land belonging to La Caixa in Tarragona province. The 4.5-billion-euro investment is expected to create 20,000 direct jobs.
The parks will be used to recreate six areas of the world: Europe, the United States, Russia, China, Brazil and India. Six hotels, with 2,000 rooms each, will also be built at each park.
The project will be self-financed by investors from the six global areas who want to set up businesses in their respective theme parks, explained Lluís Rollán, of Mediterranean Beach and Golf, a Veremonte affiliate.
The Las Vegas Sands company said this week that no final decision has been made on where to build its massive EuroVegas casino and hotel site. But news that Madrid had already been selected was first announced earlier this week by Madrid Socialist Party (PSM) leader Tomás Gómez, who said that regional premier Esperanza Aguirre of the Popular Party (PP) had secured the bid. Gómez, who has opposed the project, said that EuroVegas will be built in the Madrid suburb of Alcorcón.
For her part, Aguirre neither denied nor confirmed the report but said that her “intuition never fails her,” and that she feels “positive” that Madrid will be selected.
Catalonia’s regional premier Artur Mas on Thursday said that his government’s offer to Aldelson had expired on August 31, and that his administration was now free to do whatever it wanted with the pre-agreement proposal, including modifying the terms or looking for “other alternatives,” which he did not specify. The following day Barcelona World was announced.
Euphoria reigned at the Palau auditorium, where the presentation was held. Representatives from the Catalan government and la Caixa also took part.
“We are not worried about EuroVegas. In fact others should be worried about what we are planning,” said Catalan land commissioner Lluís Recoder, who suggested that Barcelona World will be completed before the EuroVegas project gets off the ground in Madrid.
“Competition is competition and we want to be the first,” said economic commissioner Andreu Mas-Colell.
Adelson has told Catalan officials that the initial investment for EuroVegas would be around 17 billion euros but he also tossed around a 27-billion-euro figure in Madrid. The offer was to build the mega casino-hotel complex on 800 square meters of land near Baix Llogregat, with 250,000 direct and indirect jobs up until 2025.
Source: ElPais.com
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