Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers for US investors considering a Spanish property flip with Create Equity.
Why does house flipping in Spain outperform typical US market returns right now?+
US house flipping ROI dropped to 25.5% gross in 2025 — the lowest since 2008 (ATTOM Data), with realistic net margins after costs closer to 10-15% (HomeLight, NewSilver). Create Equity targets ~20% net, up to 35% on strong deals, driven by Spain's structural housing undersupply and aging property stock ripe for renovation-driven value-add.
How does the process work from the US, step by step?+
Six steps: a free Discovery Call, a Sourcing Mandate, an Opportunity Report with full financial projections, Structure & Commit (choosing loan vs. equity structure), Execution (buy, plan, renovate, sell), and Distribution of proceeds back to you in the US. See the full breakdown on our Process page.
Do I need to travel to Spain or become a Spanish resident to invest?+
No. Our team handles property visits, technical inspections, renovation oversight, and all paperwork on the ground. You review and sign remotely; travel is optional, not required.
Should I invest personally or through my US LLC?+
Both are possible. The right choice depends on your personal tax situation, liability preferences, and how your LLC is structured (disregarded entity vs. corporation). We'll walk through the implications on your discovery call, but final tax structuring should be confirmed with your own US tax advisor.
What are my options for structuring the investment — loan vs. equity?+
You can invest via a loan-style participation through Create Equity's existing Spanish company (faster, typically more tax-efficient — our recommended default), or through a newly formed, project-specific Spanish company where you hold direct equity (longer setup, different tax treatment). We'll explain the trade-offs for your specific situation on a call.
What taxes apply to my returns as a US investor?+
Spain applies corporate tax on project profits (standard or reduced small-company rate, depending on structure), and cross-border distributions may be subject to withholding under the US-Spain tax treaty. Exact treatment depends on your investment structure and entity type. We handle all Spanish-side tax compliance; you should confirm your personal/entity US tax treatment with your own advisor.
How long does a typical flip take, start to finish?+
Typically 6 to 18 months, depending on the scope of renovation and market conditions for the specific property.
What happens if I want to exit early, or a project underperforms?+
Each project agreement sets out clear terms upfront — before you commit capital — covering how proceeds are distributed, what happens if a sale takes longer than projected, and how costs or delays are handled. Because each project is structured individually with one investor (rather than pooled capital), there's no fund structure to complicate an exit; your agreement is specific to your project. We walk through these terms in detail before you sign anything.
Who handles the paperwork, legal, and on-the-ground work in Spain?+
We do — entirely. Legal structuring, notary filings, registry, tax compliance, contractor management, and technical oversight are all managed by our team throughout the project.
What's the minimum investment to get started?+
Our flipping opportunities typically start at €500,000 per project. We work with one investor (or their own private group) per project — we do not pool or crowdfund capital.
Create Equity is a real estate promoter based in Spain and does not offer securities. This website does not constitute investment, legal, or tax advice.
Figures presented for Create Equity are targets based on market analysis and project structuring, not historical results — Create Equity is a newly formed company and has not yet completed a project. Third-party US market data is cited for context only and does not guarantee comparable performance. Real estate investment carries risk, including possible loss of principal. Structuring decisions (entity type, loan vs. equity, tax treatment) should be confirmed with your own independent legal and tax advisors.