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Property Locks, can be opened very easily, leaving no trace with kits from internet

Many expats have a romantic notion that their home is Spain is safe in the main it is. The reality is though even in a relatively low crime country like Spain, locks can be opened, leaving virtually no trace with kits available online that cost only a few euros.  There are many videos in Spanish on you tube and other places showing how easily quality locks are easily opened, in literally less than 30 seconds with generic Master Keys, using bumping, and other techniques leaving absolutely no trace. They then have a key for your property. If there is no evidence of a forced break in, there is no insurance cover. These multi master key sets are easily available on the internet for well less than 100€!! This information is being shared on a regular basis online amongst intruders. https://www.aliexpress.com/w/wholesale-bump-keys.html It’s that easy    

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Squatters are fully protected in law and are a real and growing problem in Spain. 

There are now online guides on squatting in vacant or semi vacant properties. Squatters (OKUPAS) will try to claim your property as their new abode. They may even phone the police themselves to report that they have been “squatting” in your property for more than 48 hours. Why? After these 48 hours (two days), the police will need a court order to be able to evict them. Then it is usually a civil matter for the owner to pursue through the court system.

New legislation in 2018 has not helped the property owners position. Property owners, owners of holiday homes or homes that are up for sale, face an uphill battle through a very slow Spanish court system to recover their property from squatters. This extremely expensive battle can run into years.

Low security attracts criminals. Summer and Christmas months are peak months for burglars and squatters for breaking in or squatting in your home.