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Investing in Barcelona 2026: Is it time to buy or wait?

In the Barcelona real estate market, those who wait too long often end up paying for the indecision of others. After a 2025 marked by the adaptation to the new housing regulations in Catalonia and the stabilization of interest rates, 2026 starts with a clear question: Is the brick in Barcelona still a safe haven? At HabitaRetail, we analyze the closing data at our Via Augusta offices and share our...

Impact of the Rent Cap in Catalonia and its Relation to the Increase in Home Purchases

In Catalonia, the implementation of the law regulating rental prices in stressed areas has caused a notable change in the dynamics of the real estate market. Since the implementation of this regulation, a considerable reduction in the supply of rental housing has been observed, especially in metropolitan areas such as Barcelona. This decrease in supply, together with high demand, has generated additional...