
Buy Land Safely For Building a Villa in Spain
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Land Evaluation for Development: Standard Due Diligence Package
Our goal is to provide you with the clarity and confidence to make an informed decision on purchasing land—ensuring you buy at the right price, with the certainty that you can build your dream villa legally and within budget.
We offer a comprehensive due diligence package that includes:
- Architectural Assessment of the Plot
Our architect evaluates the plot based on your vision, considering key factors such as topography, shape, orientation, access, neighboring properties, and more. Wherever possible, we visit the site with you; alternatively, we can conduct this assessment via video consultation. If you are considering multiple plots within driving distance, we can assess them together for comparison.
Before our consultation, we ask you to share photos, reference images, and a brief description of how you intend to use your villa. Understanding your vision is essential to providing relevant advice.
- Development Cost Appraisal
We provide a detailed cost estimation spreadsheet, outlining projected expenses for construction, taxes, professional fees, insurance, utility connections, and other essential costs.
A few days after our initial consultation, we meet online to review the estimates, adjust assumptions, and explore different budget scenarios. This process helps you understand the financial feasibility of the project and negotiate the land price with confidence.
- Planning Regulations Review
We confirm the local planning regulations applicable to your chosen plot, including direct follow-up with the relevant authorities to ensure compliance.
Pricing Structure
Our fee is based on the time required for site visits and follow-up assessments rather than a per-plot charge. A standard package includes a half-day site visit and subsequent due diligence on the selected plot(s).
Let us help you make a well-informed decision—ensuring your future home is built on the right foundation.
Tell us about your project in an email: home@ecovidahomes.com Book a consultation with John Wolfendale. Click here to make the appointment.

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Market Study & Residual Valuation: Determining the Right Price for Your Land
For clients who want a deeper financial analysis, we offer a market study to estimate the value of your completed villa. This enables us to conduct a residual valuation, a critical calculation that determines the maximum price you should pay for the land to ensure a profitable or cost-neutral investment.
How It Works
- We assess the market value of similar completed villas in the area.
- We subtract all estimated costs—including construction, taxes, and professional fees.
- The remaining figure represents the maximum price you should pay for the land without making a loss.
While the formula is straightforward, each input requires careful judgment based on local market dynamics.
Expert-Led Valuation
Our founder, John Wolfendale, brings extensive experience in property valuation, primarily advising British clients to RICS standards. His background in London’s commercial property investment market ensures a professional and data-driven approach.
A Hands-On Approach
If you prefer to conduct your own analysis, we can guide you through the process. This hands-on approach can be beneficial, as gathering market data yourself gives you a stronger feel for local property values, enhancing your ability to negotiate effectively.
This service ensures you enter negotiations fully informed and confident, maximizing the value of your investment and comes at a supplementary charge.
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Negotiation Strategy & Representation: Buy the Land at the Best Price
Successful negotiation is about strategy, preparation, and execution. We can help you develop a negotiation strategy based on real numbers, ensuring you secure the land at the best possible price.
Strategic Approach
- We identify your maximum settlement point—the highest price you should be willing to pay.
- We develop a strategy to target the seller’s minimum settlement point—securing the most favorable terms for you.
Negotiation Representation
If you prefer, we can handle the negotiations on your behalf, engaging directly with the seller or their agent. This includes:
- Responding to calls and emails
Making formal and informal offers
Keeping you informed at every step
Having a professional negotiator act on your behalf can make the process more comfortable and give you an edge in the negotiation game.
This service is available for an additional fee.
Let us help you navigate negotiations with confidence—ensuring you get the best possible deal on your land.
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JUST WHAT IS POSSIBLE?
Maybe you are at an early stage in your journey
Get in touch with us. We are happy to share what we know. Maybe you’ve got an amount you might spend in your head but no-idea what you can get for that money. We can help you with that and also with………………
- Advice on how to look for land, how to engage estate agents, how to set your budget, how the planning system works, what you can get for your money.
- We can introduce you to trusted estate agents and we may even know about suitable land that is for sale.
- Comment on estate agents details of land you are interested in buying.
- Show you how to use the catastral website which is a really useful tool.
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With Eco Vida Homes you are in charge of the costs.
Our job is to make your vision a reality.