Dozens of British buyers have reportedly been left homeless and out of pocket after being duped into purchasing illegally built properties in Spain, with some subsequently evicted from their homes and, in some cases, assaulted. The report serves as a cautionary account for prospective British buyers of property abroad, highlighting the legal and financial pitfalls that can arise when purchasing overseas real estate that turns out not to comply with local planning or building regulations.

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