Villas al Sol — Member of the Spanish International Realty Alliance and REALTOR® Network
REALTOR® Membership in Spain
Villas al Sol is a REALTOR® member through the Spanish International Realty Alliance (SIRA), the national representative of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) in Spain. Founded in 1908, NAR is the world’s largest trade association for real estate professionals, representing more than 1.5 million members in over 70 countries. REALTOR® membership connects Villas al Sol to this global network and establishes a defined code of ethics that governs every transaction.
REALTOR® membership defines how Villas al Sol represents property buyers on the Costa Blanca. The REALTOR® Code of Ethics sets measurable standards for integrity, accuracy, and client advocacy. The Code binds REALTORS® to act solely in the client’s interest, avoid conflicts of loyalty, and safeguard confidential information.
Villas al Sol applies these ethical rules as operational standards. Each decision—negotiation, disclosure, and documentation—follows the REALTOR® model. That consistency gives international buyers a clear framework for trust and accountability when purchasing real estate in Spain.
The Spanish International Realty Alliance (SIRA)
The Spanish International Realty Alliance (SIRA) serves as the official NAR partner in Spain, aligning Spanish property practice with the REALTOR® system used across North America. SIRA builds a bridge between Spanish real estate law and international buyer expectations by promoting education, transparency, and consumer protection.
Through SIRA, Villas al Sol accesses advanced NAR training programs and global market data that support consistent ethical practice. Courses cover topics such as agency disclosure, cross-border compliance, and negotiation standards. This continual education ensures that Villas al Sol applies verified knowledge, not assumptions, to each client engagement.
SIRA membership also connects Villas al Sol with real estate alliances worldwide. Collaboration with REALTORS® in other countries allows buyers who begin their search abroad to work seamlessly with an aligned agency in Spain.
REALTOR® Ethics and Buyer Representation
How the REALTOR® Code Shapes Our Work
The REALTOR® Code of Ethics defines the conduct of Villas al Sol in every client relationship. The Code contains seventeen Articles addressing duties to clients, the public, and fellow professionals. Villas al Sol interprets each Article as a rule of practice.
Article 1 requires REALTORS® to promote their client’s interests above all others while treating all parties fairly. Article 2 prohibits misrepresentation or omission of relevant property facts. Article 9 mandates precision in written agreements. Villas al Sol enforces these principles as procedural obligations, not as abstract ideals.
As an exclusive buyer’s agency, Villas al Sol never represents both sides of a transaction. This structure removes divided loyalty and aligns each negotiation with the buyer’s objectives. Representation agreements define scope, budget, and communication from the start. Every step of the property search follows verifiable documentation, reducing uncertainty for the buyer.
For reference, see the full REALTOR® Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice published by the
National Association of REALTORS® (NAR),
and the
SIRA Código Ético
for Spain.
Global Real Estate Standards and Education
REALTOR® membership integrates Villas al Sol into NAR’s Global Network. Through this partnership, Villas al Sol participates in knowledge exchange across more than 70 national associations. This connection supports international buyer representation, allowing consistent ethical practice across jurisdictions.
The REALTOR® model standardizes processes that improve clarity in cross-border property purchases. Villas al Sol aligns Spanish procedures—such as due diligence, valuation, and conveyancing—with global best practices recognized under NAR frameworks.
Continuous education forms part of this model. Through SIRA, Villas al Sol completes courses in topics including anti-money-laundering control, global transaction management, and ethical compliance. Each module reinforces procedural accuracy, which helps buyers experience predictable, transparent transactions.
Credentials and Verification
Villas al Sol is fully licensed to operate as a real estate agency in Spain. Founder Caroline Bjälstam is registered with COAPI Alicante and the RAICV (Registro de Agentes de Intermediación de la Comunidad Valenciana). These certifications validate that Villas al Sol meets the legal and regulatory standards established under Spanish law.
Combined with REALTOR® and SIRA membership, these credentials create a complete framework for accountability. Spanish registration ensures legality, SIRA provides connection to international alliances, and REALTOR® status enforces ethical discipline through the NAR Code.
All memberships and licenses are publicly verifiable:
- Spanish International Realty Alliance (SIRA): siralia.com
- National Association of REALTORS® (NAR): www.nar.realtor
- COAPI Alicante: www.apialicante.com
- RAICV Registry: Verify Villas al Sol’s registration – RAICV nº 0122 (Alicante)
Listed as BJALSTAM, Caroline — COAPI Alicante Nº 1197, Province of Alicante, Alfaz del Pi.
Registered under BJALSTAM, Gertrud Caroline — RAICV nº 0122, Av. País Valencià 43B, 03580, Alicante.
Why REALTOR® Membership Benefits Property Buyers
REALTOR® membership changes how Villas al Sol conducts every transaction. Buyers gain representation built on a code that guarantees disclosure, documentation, and integrity.
Clients relocating from North America find the same REALTOR® structure they know, now applied in Spain through SIRA. That continuity brings familiarity and procedural safety. For European and international buyers unfamiliar with Spain’s system, the REALTOR® model provides a dependable structure that defines how agents must act.
The REALTOR® network also links Villas al Sol to global cooperation channels. Buyers from London, Oslo, or Toronto can be referred through REALTOR® partners abroad, ensuring consistent service across borders. Each referral maintains the same ethical commitment defined by the NAR Code.
Upholding Ethical Real Estate Practice on the Costa Blanca
Villas al Sol applies the REALTOR® Code and SIRA principles in every Costa Blanca transaction. From Alicante to Dénia, and from Altea to Torrevieja, every property search follows the same verified process: property identification, verification of title, negotiation, and completion.
The approach eliminates hidden commissions, unverified listings, or conflicts of interest. Each buyer receives representation based on transparent, documented standards that mirror the international REALTOR® model.
Through its membership in the Spanish International Realty Alliance and the REALTOR® Network, Villas al Sol ensures that property buyers in Spain receive representation defined by integrity, global ethics, and measurable accountability.
For full details of our professional standards and governing memberships, see our Professional Memberships & Ethics Policy.
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