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Costa Blanca relocation specialists

Your journey to Spain starts here.

Aldertons is an independent relocation service, not an estate agency. From visas and residency to finding the right home and settling in, our team guides you through every step of your move to the Costa Blanca, between Valencia and Alicante.

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News and insights

The Aldertons blog

Guides, area spotlights and honest advice on relocating to the Costa Blanca.

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The people behind your move

Meet our 'A' Team

Real people who have made the move themselves, and who will be with you at every step of yours.

Our Team

Passionate professionals, always on your side

We are a team of passionate professionals here to help you relocate to Spain, or buy a property here. We specialise in the eastern coast, from Valencia to Alicante, and we pride ourselves on our reputation and our continued success stories, forever updating our studies, registrations and experience to stay ahead.

Joanne Alderton

Joanne Alderton

Founder and Registered Buyers Agent, qualified in Spanish Immigration

Passionate about property, the Mediterranean lifestyle and her family! Here Jo explains how Aldertons was created. And why!

Andrew Alderton

Andrew Alderton

Makes a great cup of tea - and an all-round great guy!

He's actually our Property Management Director! Andrew manages to juggle handyman duties, PR & Client Relations & being the chief TV star here!

Emma Peta Jones 

Emma Peta Jones 

Head of Immigration & 'The Oracle'- what she doesn't know isn't worth knowing!

Horse rescuer, marathon runner, addicted to cups of tea & biscuits! Meet Emma here as she describes her role at Aldertons and how she copes with Spain's bureaucracy!

Stephanie Casper

Stephanie Casper

Qualified Visa & Residency Specialist

Intrepid explorer, she's the most 'British' German we know! Here Steph explains life in Tenerife & Costa Blanca - and how to navigate the bureacracy.

Celia Ripoll Tur

Celia Ripoll Tur

Visa & Residency Administrator

Homegrown in Benissa - Celia is our super administrator, currently studying her Masters in law. Another member of our Power Team to help you through.

Arianne Vaquer

Arianne Vaquer

Relocations Agent - Legal & Administrative

With a legal degree and buckets of style - she loves to dot the 'i's and cross the 't's! Discover here why life in small Spanish Villages is absolutely perfect for this lady!

Moving to Spain in 2026: your complete relocation checklist Featured
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Moving to Spain in 2026: your complete relocation checklist

Everything to think about before the move, from visas and paperwork to choosing the right town and settling into life on the coast.

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Estate agent or relocation service? The difference that matters buying-property

10 February 2026

Estate agent or relocation service? The difference that matters

Why working with someone who acts only for you changes everything about your move.

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Spanish visas explained: which route is right for you? buying-property

04 February 2026

Spanish visas explained: which route is right for you?

Non-lucrative, digital nomad or golden visa? A plain English look at the main options.

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A local’s guide to the Marina Alta area-guides

08 January 2026

A local’s guide to the Marina Alta

Denia, Javea, Moraira and the hidden valleys inland, through the eyes of people who live here.

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Buying a home in Spain: the process, step by step lifestyle

06 January 2026

Buying a home in Spain: the process, step by step

From reservation to keys, here is how a Spanish property purchase really works.

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The real cost of living on the Costa Blanca lifestyle

02 January 2026

The real cost of living on the Costa Blanca

What day to day life actually costs, from the weekly shop to running a home.

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Settling in: healthcare, schools and everyday life lifestyle

11 December 2025

Settling in: healthcare, schools and everyday life

The practical things that turn a new house into a home on the coast.

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Coastal towns or inland villages: which suits you? visas-residency

02 December 2025

Coastal towns or inland villages: which suits you?

Weighing up sea views and buzz against peace, space and a slower pace.

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The NIE and TIE: what they are and how to get them buying-tips

21 November 2025

The NIE and TIE: what they are and how to get them

The two documents almost every mover needs, explained without the jargon.

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Bringing your pets to Spain: a simple guide buying-tips

04 November 2025

Bringing your pets to Spain: a simple guide

Microchips, paperwork and timings, so your whole family arrives together.

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Our services

Everything your move needs, under one roof

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Buyers Agent & Personal Shopper

Exclusive property finders working solely in your interest, from the first search through to the final negotiation.

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Visas & Residency

A qualified, experienced immigration team to guide you through every visa and residency option, and keep you sane.

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Discovery Tours

Get to know the coast before you commit, with guided orientation tours designed specifically around you.

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Property Management & Concierge

Post purchase settling in support, home checks and concierge services, for owners here full time or away.

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Conveyancing & Contracts

Comprehensive legal administration for property paperwork, build licences and sale or rental contracts.

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Not sure where to start?

Tell us about your plans and we will map out the right path for your move to Spain.

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Not forgetting

The real bosses

Every good team needs its characters. Meet the ones who really run the show.

Paco the Frenchie

Paco the Frenchie

Head of Security!

Paco is a true gentleman - but very needy! Head scratches are mandatory.

Innes Alderton

Innes Alderton

CEO in training!

The real boss! Mad about horses - artistic flair - wants to be an interior designer!

Kassia Alderton

Kassia Alderton

CEO in training!

The real boss too! Gymnast - animal mad - wants to be a pilot (or own an animal sanctuary)!

Your journey, step by step

Five stages, one steady hand

Moving to Spain has a natural order to it. We stay beside you from the first visit to the day you feel at home.

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Discover

Guided area orientation and discovery tours to help you choose where to call home.

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Visas & residency

Qualified immigration support to secure the right visa and residency for your situation.

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Find your home

As your buyer's agent, we search, shortlist and negotiate entirely on your behalf.

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Paperwork

Conveyancing, contracts and legal administration handled with care and clarity.

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Settle in

Post purchase home checks, concierge and property management once you arrive.

Let's talk about your move

Whether you are just dreaming or ready to go, the team would love to hear from you.

We have you covered

The everyday details of a new life, taken care of

Relocating is far more than finding a home. Our team handles the practical steps that turn a move into a settled, happy life on the coast.

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sv-3 School search & registration
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Your journey starts here

Moving to paradise is possible. We have already done it.

Meet the team

Real people, beside you the whole way

A team of passionate professionals whose goal is a smooth, happy relocation to Spain.

Joanne Alderton

Joanne Alderton

Founder and Registered Buyers Agent, qualified in Spanish Immigration

Passionate about property, the Mediterranean lifestyle and her family! Here Jo explains how Aldertons was created. And why!

Joanne Alderton

Andrew Alderton

Makes a great cup of tea - and an all-round great guy!

He's actually our Property Management Director! Andrew manages to juggle handyman duties, PR & Client Relations & being the chief TV star here!

Joanne Alderton

Emma Peta Jones 

Head of Immigration & 'The Oracle'- what she doesn't know isn't worth knowing!

Horse rescuer, marathon runner, addicted to cups of tea & biscuits! Meet Emma here as she describes her role at Aldertons and how she copes with Spain's bureaucracy!

Success stories

Moving to paradise is possible

We have already done it, and we love helping others do the same. Here is what a few of them say.

They took the fear out of every step. The visa paperwork alone would have overwhelmed us, and they handled it calmly from start to finish.
JS James & SarahRelocated to Jávea
Because they only ever worked for us, we trusted every recommendation. It felt like having family who happened to know Spain inside out.
MB Michael B.Relocated to Benissa
The discovery tour changed everything. We arrived thinking we wanted the city and left knowing a quiet coastal town was truly home.
LP Louise P.Relocated to Moraira
From the first video call to picking up the keys, nothing was too much trouble. They found us a home we would never have spotted on our own.
DR David & Rachel David & Rachel Relocated to Dénia
Retiring abroad felt daunting until we met them. Healthcare, banking, the residency process, they walked us through all of it with real patience.
PH Peter H.Relocated to Altea
Honest, warm and endlessly knowledgeable. They negotiated hard on the price and stayed in touch long after we had settled in.
KT Karen & TomRelocated to Calpe

Your journey starts here

Ready to start your journey to Spain?

Tell us a little about your plans and our team will be in touch to map out the right path for your move.

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    Life on the Spanish coast
    Independent by design

    Why Aldertons

    Our independence is your peace of mind

    By staying independent, we tailor everything to your precise
    requirements. Our memberships with leading industry associations keep us ahead in relocation and property
    finding, and keep your move in safe, qualified hands.


    • We work only for you. No seller commissions, no divided loyalty.

    • Qualified and registered. A registered Buyers Agency in the Valencian Community.

    • We have done it ourselves. A team that has made the move and knows the coast first hand.

    Partners & associations

    Memberships that keep you in safe hands

    By remaining independent we tailor our service to your precise requirements, backed by leading industry associations.

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