Everyone talks about the sunshine, the lifestyle, the dream.

But what no one really warns you about?

The emotional toll and how much pressure relocation can quietly put on your relationship.

According to psychologists, relocation is one of the top five most stressful life events, right up there with divorce and starting a new job.

In this episode, Sandra and Warner open up about what really happened behind the scenes of their move to Spain - from losing their rhythm as a couple, role reversals, and redefining what "success" looked like in their early years abroad.

What you’ll discover in this episode:

• The #1 mistake most couples make when they relocate (and how to avoid it)
• Why you can’t “do it all at once” - and what should come first
• The emotional roles no one prepares you for (especially with kids in the mix)
• The importance of communication during the transition
• How to create “rituals” that reconnect you when everything feels disconnected
• Why this is one of the most important conversations they’ve ever had on the podcast

If you’re dreaming of a life in Spain - especially as a couple or family - this episode is your chance to learn from those who’ve lived through the messy middle… and come out stronger.

READY TO START YOUR NEW LIFE IN SPAIN?

If you’re serious about making the move, connect with us to learn more about life on the Costa Del Sol.

Connect with WL Costa Properties on Instagram: www.instagram.com/wlcostaproperties

Check out the website: www.wlcostaproperties.net

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You’ve seen the headlines:

“Spain says tourists go home.”

“Anti-tourism protests erupt.”

“Foreign buyers blamed for housing crisis.”

If you’re planning a move or even thinking about buying a holiday home in Spain or on the Costa Del Sol, we get it - those headlines can feel worrying.

But are they actually true for the Costa del Sol?

In this episode, Sandra and Warner break down what’s really happening on the ground.

From Benalmádena to Marbella, we’re talking local reality - not media spin.

What you’ll discover in this episode:

• The truth behind the “tourists go home” headlines (and why it’s not the full picture for the Costa del Sol)
• What’s actually causing the housing pressures in cities like Barcelona
• Why expats and second-home buyers are not the enemy
• What respectful relocation looks like (and why locals do notice the difference)
• Warners expert advice on why now is still a smart time to buy
• Tips for being a “good guest” in your holiday destination - and why it matters

READY TO START YOUR NEW LIFE IN SPAIN?

If you’re serious about making the move, connect with us to learn more about life on the Costa Del Sol

Connect with WL Costa Properties on Instagram: www.instagram.com/wlcostaproperties

Check out the website: www.wlcostaproperties.net

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• #56 Costa Del Sol Q1 2025 Market Recap: Who’s Buying, What’s Selling & What It Means for You
• #54 The Most Underrated Town on the Costa del Sol? Why We Chose Benalmádena
  
  
  

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Thinking about moving to Spain but not sure how to navigate the job market?

We hear this all the time. Job hunting as an expat in Spain can feel like a maze - but it doesn’t have to.

That’s why in this episode of The Costa Property Podcast, we sit down with Serena Faithful, a recruitment expert who’s been helping people find work on the Costa del Sol for nearly two decades.

Serena knows the ins and outs of getting hired in Spain - and she’s sharing everything with us in this episode.

If you’re ready to make the leap to Spanish living, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss - it’s packed with insider tips and insights that you won’t find anywhere else.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• The 3 Must-Haves for Your Spanish CV (and the #1 mistake most expats make)
• How to Stand Out to Spanish Recruiters
• The Truth About Job Hunting in Spain If You Don’t Speak Spanish Yet
• The best way to approach LinkedIn networking in Spain
• What not to do when reaching out to recruiters in Spain

LINKS & RESOURCES:

Connect with Serena Faithful on LinkedIn

READY TO START YOUR NEW LIFE IN SPAIN?

If you’re serious about making the move, connect with us to learn more about life on the Costa Del Sol.

👉 WL Costa Properties Website: www.wlcostaproperties.net

👉 Follow us on Instagram for daily insights into life in Spain: www.instagram.com/wlcostaproperties

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• #59 How I Built a C-Level Career in Spain Without Fluent Spanish
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Ever wondered if you could really start a business in Spain as a foreigner?

In this episode of the Costa Property Podcast, Sandra chats with Kerry, co-founder of Nerja Coffee Roasters, who proves that chasing a dream abroad isn’t just possible - it can be life-changing.

After traveling across Spain in search of a great cup of coffee (and failing), Kerry and her husband Wes decided to do something bold. With no fixed plans, no perfect Spanish, and zero knowledge of how markets work in Spain, they launched a specialty coffee roastery that’s now winning awards and hearts across the Costa del Sol.

In this episode, they chat about:

• Why they chose Nerja after exploring all of Spain
• How the idea for their business was born
• The bureaucratic hurdles (and how they tackled them)
• What it really takes to set up a business in a new country
• Raising bilingual kids, integrating into Spanish culture, and choosing to go all in on the business

Thinking About Your Own Move to Spain?

WL Costa Properties Website: www.wlcostaproperties.net

Contact WL Costa Properties on What’s App: https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=0034602428928&text&type=phone_number&app_absent=0

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Links mentioned:

Connect with Kerry at nerjacoffeeroasters.com

Follow Nerja Coffee Roasters on Instagram @nerjacoffeeroasters

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Can you really build a successful career after relocating to Spain if you don’t speak fluent Spanish?

If you’ve ever thought, “I’d love to move to Spain, but I’d have to give up my career…” - this episode is for you.

In this week’s episode of The Costa Property Podcast, Sandra shares the full story of how she went from searching job portals in Ireland - with no Spanish and no contacts - to landing a senior role in a major international company in Spain.

If you are wondering if you could have the same success abroad and bring your career to Spain , this episode is proof that you don’t have to choose between your career and your lifestyle.

Tune in to discover:

✅ How Sandra landed two job offers and built her C-Level Career in Spain without Spanish

✅ What it was really like applying for jobs without fluent Spanish.

✅ Why your CV might be getting overlooked by Spanish recruiters and companies.

✅ The surprising challenges of cultural office politics in Spain.

✅ Why it’s not all bar work - and how to break into roles that match your experience (even if you don’t speak perfect Spanish).

✅ The biggest advice she’d give to anyone wondering if they can still grow their career and move to Spain.

Get in touch with WL Costa Properties

• Follow us on Instagram for daily insights into life in Spain: https://www.instagram.com/wlcostaproperties/
• WL Costa Properties Website: https://wlcostaproperties.net/
• Contact WL Costa Properties on What’s App: https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=0034602428928&text&type=phone_number&app_absent=0

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In this week’s episode of The Costa Property Podcast, Sandra’s flying solo to walk you through the three most important things you need to do before you even start your search.

Why? Because she’s seen it happen far too often…

• Dream properties slipping through buyers’ fingers
• Budget oversights leading to disappointment
• People wasting time scrolling portals that are already out of date

Whether you're buying your first holiday apartment or looking for a forever home, this is the no-nonsense guide that’ll set you up for success.

This episode is short, sharp, and will save you so much stress down the line.

Tune in to discover:

✅ Why relying on property portals could mean missing out on your dream home

✅ The smart way to choose an agent (and why one great one is better than five!)

✅ The one step that buyers skip - that could cost you thousands

✅ The role of local expertise and why it gives you an edge in Spain’s fast-moving market

✅ What Sandra recommends doing now (from home) before you book a single viewing

Planning to buy a property in Spain?

• Download our Free Buyer’s Guide: https://wlcostaproperties.net/buyers-guide/
• WL Costa Properties Website: www.wlcostaproperties.net
• Follow us on Instagram for daily insights into life in Spain: https://www.instagram.com/wlcostaproperties/

Get in touch with WL Costa Properties

WL Costa Properties Website: https://wlcostaproperties.net/

Contact WL Costa Properties via Whatapp: https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=0034602428928&text&type=phone_number&app_absent=0

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In this week’s episode of The Costa Property Podcast, Sandra and Warner are sharing the real story behind WL Costa Properties - and why they do things a little differently.

Sandra and Warner are taking it right back to the start. Before WL Costa Properties, they were buyers themselves - relocating their family, renting, flipping, and eventually renovating their dream villa in Benalmádena.

And today, they’re sharing it all.

Because if you’ve ever wondered “Why should I work with WL Costa?” - this is your answer. You’ll hear the personal journey behind the brand, the values that shape every client relationship, and the property lessons they learned firsthand (from the ground up).

They’re not just agents - they’re investors, renovators, and parents who’ve done it all.

Whether you are relocating, investing, or just looking for some clarity before taking the leap, this episode is about understanding who Sandra and Warner really are, what they stand for, and why so many buyers trust them with one of the biggest decisions of their lives.

Tune in to discover:

✅ How Warner & Sandra went from renting with toddlers to flipping homes and selling luxury villas in Spain.

✅ The biggest mistakes they see buyers make when deciding to buy or not.

✅ Why timing still matters on the Costa del Sol (and a buyer’s story that proves it).

✅ The truth about what sets WL Costa Properties apart from other agents.

✅ Why Warner is know as “King of Benalmádena” and what VIP property service means to him.

Planning to buy a property in Spain?

• Download our Free Buyer’s Guide: https://wlcostaproperties.net/buyers-guide/
• WL Costa Properties Website: www.wlcostaproperties.net
• Follow us on Instagram for daily insights into life in Spain: https://www.instagram.com/wlcostaproperties/

Get in touch with WL Costa Properties

WL Costa Properties Website: https://wlcostaproperties.net/

Contact WL Costa Properties via Whatapp: https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=0034602428928&text&type=phone_number&app_absent=0

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In this week’s episode of The Costa Property Podcast, Sandra & Warner share the real story from the ground on Q1. No fluff. No guesswork. Just what they’ve seen in the inbox, in the listings, and from buyers and sellers in Benalmádena and beyond.

Together, they break down the real trends they’re seeing in Q1 - from what buyers are asking for, to which homes are selling fast, and how upcoming rental rules could affect investment buyers.

Whether you’re actively house hunting or planning to buy later this year, this episode will help you understand what’s shifting - and how to be ready.

Plus: Why Benalmádena continues to be one of the smartest (and most livable) areas on the coast.

Tune in to discover:

✅ Are buyer enquiries up or down?

✅The three buyer types dominating the market right now (and what they’re looking for)

✅What kinds of properties are still selling in under 30 days

✅What the new tourist rental regulations could mean for you

✅Why families are increasingly skipping Marbella and looking toward Benalmádena

✅Sandra’s take on “testing the waters” before you buy - and what smart clients are doing

Planning to buy a property in Spain?

• Download our Free Buyer’s Guide: https://wlcostaproperties.net/buyers-guide/
• WL Costa Properties Website: www.wlcostaproperties.net
• Follow us on Instagram for daily insights into life in Spain: https://www.instagram.com/wlcostaproperties/

Get in touch with WL Costa Properties

WL Costa Properties Website: https://wlcostaproperties.net/

Contact WL Costa Properties via Whatapp: https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=0034602428928&text&type=phone_number&app_absent=0

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