30 Mar, 08:39··

Rent extension is required by 13 companies.

El País

The Spanish government is making changes to rental contracts. Companies must automatically extend leases for tenants. This affects many renters across Spain.

The Spanish Ministry of Consumer Affairs sent a letter to many real estate companies. These companies manage over 100,000 rental properties. The new rule applies to leases ending between March 2026 and December 2027. Over 2.5 million renters could benefit from this change. There is concern that some political parties might try to stop this law.

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Highlights

Rent Extension Mandated

The Ministry of Consumer Affairs ordered automatic lease extensions for specific contracts.

13 Companies Affected

Thirteen real estate companies and investment funds received the order.

Over 100,000 Properties

The extension applies to more than 100,000 rental properties.

Tenant Union Support

Spanish tenant unions are asking people to request the extension.

Political Opposition Threat

Right-wing parties may try to stop the law in Congress.

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