Typical steps include: (1) secure an NIE and open a Spanish bank account; (2) reserve the property with a small deposit; (3) your lawyer conducts due diligence—Nota Simple, charges, licenses; (4) sign a private purchase contract (usually 10% deposit); (5) complete before a notary; (6) register the deed at the Land Registry.
Experienced agents coordinate viewings and negotiation, while lawyers manage legal risk, tax numbers, and bank guarantees for new builds.