About HomeCostAbroad

HomeCostAbroad was built for people seriously considering buying property in another European country - and who want to understand the real cost before they commit.

Every European country has its own tax system, its own fees, its own rules for foreign buyers. Transfer tax in Spain can be 6-10% depending on the region. In Portugal there's IMT. In Italy RETT. In Croatia you pay 3%. Most property portals show you the listing price - and nothing else.

We built a tax engine that calculates the full cost of purchase for any property in 10 European countries - taxes, notary fees, land registry, legal fees - based on the country, the buyer's status (EU or non-EU), and the property type. So when you see a property listed for €300,000, you know the real number is closer to €330,000.

Our Tax Calculator is standalone and simple - enter the property price and country, get a full breakdown of taxes and fees as a downloadable PDF. No account needed, no commitment - just €1.99 per report.

For active buyers running multiple scenarios, the Pro plan at €9.99/month includes unlimited PDF reports, annual running cost estimates, short-term rental and Airbnb regulations, Golden Visa eligibility info, and legal notes for expat buyers.