Practical case Mallorca: Detached house in Llucmajor – From holiday home to permanent residence
The two buyers were 39 and 41 years old and worked in senior positions at an international software company. Both could carry out their work permanently regardless of location.
At a glance
- Purchase price: 1.385.000 €
- Financing required: 969.500 €
- Equity: 710.550 €
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A holiday destination became the new centre of life
A family from Hamburg had initially got to know Mallorca purely as a holiday destination. With the option of working mainly from home, however, their plans changed. Instead of flying to the island several times a year, the wish arose to move permanently to Mallorca and spend everyday life there.
After an intensive search, the decision fell on a modern detached house in Llucmajor. Decisive factors were the good connection to Palma, the proximity to the airport and the comparatively quiet residential location.
Initial situation
The two buyers were 39 and 41 years old and worked in senior positions at an international software company. Both could carry out their work permanently regardless of location.
As the family with two children wanted to live on Mallorca year-round, living quality and everyday practicality were the priority. The house had four bedrooms, a garden and enough space for two separate studies.
Financing overview
- Purchase price: 1.385.000 €
- Additional costs: 180.050 €
- Renovation (photovoltaics, pool cover, home-office fit-out): 115.000 €
- Total investment: 1.680.050 €
- Equity: 710.550 €
- Financing required: 969.500 €
The financing share corresponded to around 70 % of the purchase price.
The challenge
Although the house was only a few years old, it was to be adapted to the needs of a family. Planned were a high-performance internet and network infrastructure, two fully equipped home-office areas, a photovoltaic system with battery storage as well as various energy improvements.
In addition, the financing had to remain permanently sustainable even if one parent's income were to change in the future.
Analysis
Before the purchase, a long-term household plan was drawn up. This took into account not only today's income but also various future scenarios.
In addition, all planned investments were fully calculated and included in the total investment. As a result, it was already clear before the contract was signed what capital requirement would actually arise.
The buyers deliberately chose to keep part of their assets as a safety reserve.
Financing solution
The financing was built with around 70 % of the purchase price.
The additional costs as well as a considerable share of equity were borne from own funds.
All renovation measures were also taken into account from the outset. As a result, the house could be adapted to the requirements of a family living there permanently immediately after handover.
Outcome
Just a few months later, the family moved to Llucmajor. The children were able to attend school locally, while both parents continued their professional work without restrictions.
Thanks to the early renovation, no further major investments were necessary. The house met the requirements of the new centre of life from the very first day.
What other buyers can learn
Anyone moving permanently to Spain should not view a property solely from the perspective of a holiday home. Topics such as energy efficiency, studies, everyday practicality and long-term running costs gain considerably in importance.
Frequently asked questions
Is Llucmajor suitable for a permanent residence?
Why was the photovoltaic system already taken into account at the purchase?
Should reserves be kept despite a high equity ratio?
Conclusion
The purchase of a detached house in Llucmajor shows that property financing should always suit one's personal life planning. Anyone who prepares a permanent move to Mallorca, takes renovations into account early and preserves sufficient financial flexibility creates the basis for a successful new start on the island.
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