The Dangers of Using Unqualified Conveyancers

The Hidden Dangers of Using Unqualified Conveyancers When Buying Property in Spain

Why trusting your Spanish property purchase to a qualified law firm like SGM Abogados can save you time, money, and future legal headaches

Buying a property in Spain is an exciting milestone, especially for international buyers seeking a new life in the sun or a solid investment on the Mediterranean coast. But with that excitement can come serious risks—especially if you entrust the legal process to someone who is not properly qualified or registered.

At SGM Abogados, we’ve seen far too many cases where foreign buyers have been misled, overcharged, or left unprotected because they worked with unlicensed intermediaries, “advisors,” or so-called conveyancers who are not legally authorised to carry out these transactions in Spain.

❗ What’s the Risk?

In Spain, conveyancing—the legal transfer of property ownership—must be handled with precision, compliance, and deep knowledge of Spanish property law. When a non-lawyer handles your purchase:

You may unknowingly sign contracts with serious legal defects
You might pay deposits into unsafe, non-regulated accounts
You risk losing your money if the seller has hidden debts, building infractions, or boundary issues
You have no recourse or legal protection if things go wrong

These are not just hypotheticals. We’ve assisted dozens of clients who came to us after losing money or facing legal problems due to poor advice or lack of proper due diligence.

✅ Why Choose a Registered Law Firm?

Spanish law firms like SGM Abogados are registered, regulated, and bound by strict ethical and legal standards. We are insured and accountable—not just to our clients, but to the Spanish Bar Association.

With SGM Abogados, you can expect:

Full verification of title deeds, debts, and planning permissions
Clear explanations of contracts, taxes, and ongoing responsibilities
Representation at every stage—from reservation to notary signing
Bilingual support tailored to international clients
Legal peace of mind

💼 Meet Silvia Galve Martí: 25 Years of Trust and Results

At the helm of SGM Abogados is Silvia Galve Martí, a highly respected Spanish property lawyer with over 25 years of experience in conveyancing and real estate law. Silvia has personally helped thousands of foreign buyers navigate the often-complex Spanish legal system to safely acquire homes, apartments, and investment properties across Spain.

Her mission—and that of her dedicated team—is to make sure no buyer feels lost, misled, or vulnerable during their purchase process.

🌍 Trusted by Buyers from All Over the World

SGM Abogados is proud to serve clients from the UK, Netherlands, Belgium, France, Sweden, Poland, Norway the USA, and beyond. We understand the challenges international buyers face: language barriers, tax implications, legal differences—and we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

🛑 Don’t Take Risks With Your Dream

A property purchase in Spain is one of the biggest investments you’ll make. Don’t entrust it to someone without the proper legal credentials. If you’re unsure whether your advisor is registered or qualified, ask them for their Spanish Bar Association number—or better yet, contact our team for a free initial consultation.

SGM Abogados – Experts in Spanish property law. Trusted by thousands.
Let us help you turn your dream into a safe and successful reality.

📩 Contact us today at www.sgmabogados.com
📍Offices in Alicante and San Javier
📞 Multilingual support available