Comparison of Mortgage Types for Efficient Housing Without and With Maximum Bonus
If your new home is sustainable, you can get better conditions by taking out the Mari Carmen Mortgage for energy-efficient homes. You can improve your interest rate by 1% and, in addition, by presenting the energy efficiency certificate, we will reduce your interest rate by an additional 0.10% for the first year.
Without | |
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| Característica | Porcentaje |
| First year NIR | 3,50% |
| Rest of periods 12-month Euribor* | +1,60% |
| Variable APR | 5,32% |
| Over 25 years | |
Maximum | |
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| Característica | Porcentaje |
| First year NIR | 2,50% |
| Rest of periods 12-month Euribor* | +0,60% |
| Variable APR | 5,97% |
| Over 25 years | |
*Euribor at one year, reviewed annually.
Advantages of the Efficient Home Mortgage
Do you want to improve the terms of your Efficient Home Mortgage?
Just by presenting your A or B Energy Efficiency Certificate, we will reduce your interest rate by 0.10% for the first year.
And if you decide to take out any of the products detailed below, you can lower the applicable interest rate margin on your mortgage by up to an additional 1%.
You are not required to hire them, but they can help you pay less for your mortgage
The maximum bonus is 1%, so you can choose from the following products:
Depending on the amount you deposit, you will receive a different bonus:
- For a recurring deposit of €800 per month or more and up to €2,500 (in a single transaction), or if you direct debit your social security payments (no minimum amount required), you will receive a 0.20% bonus.
- For a single deposit of €2,500 per month or more (or €3,500 or more in different deposits), you will receive a 0.40% bonus. You can also obtain this bonus if you direct debit your social security payments (no minimum amount required) and maintain an average annual balance equal to or greater than €2,000 in your account.
- For a recurring deposit greater than €800 per month (in a single transaction) and contracting a payment protection insurance policy marketed through ABANCA, for the outstanding balance of your loan, you will receive a 0.40% bonus. There is a single premium for the first 5 years of 3.260,72 and an annual premium from year 6 onwards of 720 €.
Marketed through ABANCA in the name of the holders who guarantee 100% of the outstanding mortgage balance at the review date: 0.30% discount. The amount of this single premium has been calculated for a 30-year-old borrower and a principal of €150,000. It will be €3,355.12 and the estimated annual renewal premium cost will be 350,66 €.
If you take out a home insurance or all-risk construction insurance marketed through ABANCA, associated with your mortgage and with coverage at least equal to the highest of the appraisal values for insurance purposes, you will maintain a 0.20% discount. Annual premium of 314 € with coverage of €150,000 for the building and €12,000 for contents (in the event of a claim, the compensation will correspond to the real value of the asset).
If you make 36 purchases a year or spend at least €3,000 a year with it, you will receive a 0.10% bonus. The annual maintenance fee for the card is 43 €, and the first year is free. The granting of this card is subject to ABANCA's risk analysis.
For contributions/transfers of at least €1,500 in the last 12 calendar months to individual Pension Plans marketed by ABANCA, or for vested rights of at least €5,000, you will maintain a 0.10% bonus.
By contracting an alarm system marketed through ABANCA with direct debit of fees to an account with the Entity, you will maintain a 0.10% discount.
By investing in investment funds marketed through ABANCA with a net asset value equal to or greater than €100,000, you will maintain a 0.10% bonus.
Remember that we will review compliance with the conditions described in the discounted rate annually, and we will also review the Euribor annually. You should keep in mind that in the case of payment protection or life insurance, which can help you reduce the interest rate on your mortgage, there are age limitations. You can find the details and other relevant information about the insurance in the FIPRE at the end of this page; you can also review the General Terms and Conditions of the contract.
Finance up to 80% of your mortgage, for up to 30 years
You can request up to 80% of the lower of the following values:
the appraised value of the property to be mortgaged
the purchase price
For example, if the property costs you €200,000 but the updated appraised value is €187,500, you will only be able to request a maximum of 80% of this second value, as it is the lower one. That is, up to €150,000.

The maximum term is 30 years if you are under 45 years old. If you are older, the term will have to be shorter because you must finish paying off the mortgage before you turn 75. If you want to finish paying off your mortgage before the agreed term, you can repay it in full or in part.
Present your A or B energy efficiency certificate and enjoy a 0.10% discount during the first year of your mortgage.
Opening, modification and early repayment fee
With this variable-rate mortgage, you won't pay any opening or contract modification fees. All you need to worry about is choosing your new home and selecting the repayment terms that suit you. And if you want to pay off your mortgage before the agreed term, you can repay it in full or in part with a maximum cost of 0.15% of the repaid principal during the first 5 years (only if there is a financial loss for the institution, and in no case can this fee exceed the amount of such loss).
And remember, you have all the information about the product conditions in the FIPRE and in the model of General Conditions for the mortgage loan contract, two documents that you should read carefully if you finally decide to buy a house and which you can find at the end of this page. In addition, you have more information available in the Guide to Accessing a Mortgage LoanView PDF file, published by the Bank of Spain. And if you have any questions, we're here for you!
We show you a representative example of what you would have to pay
We've done the math for you and show you what you would have to pay with a Mari Carmen Mortgage for an energy-efficient home, as well as the differences between taking out the loan separately or combining it with other products and/or services. Remember that these rates are only valid until October 31 and if you book an appointment through this website.
| Representative example for homes with A or B certificate | Without bonus | Maximum bonus | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Amount | 150,000€ | 150,000€ | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Term | 25 years | 25 years | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Applicable Variable APR | 5,32% (2) | 5,97% (1) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Initial interest rate 12 months | 3,50% | 2,50% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Installment during the first 12 months | 750,94 (2)(3) | 672,93€ (1)(3) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Interest rate for the remaining term | 4,85% (12-month Euribor + 1,60 %) | 3,85% (12-month Euribor + 0,60%) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Installment from month 12 | 859,68€ (2)(3) | 775,24€ (1)(3) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Final installment | 861,25€ (2)(3) | 775,79€ (1)(3) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Interest | 106.600,69€ | 81.344,83€ | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fees and expenses | 12.186,38€ | 51.381,12€ | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total amount owed | 118.787,07€ (2) | 132.725,95€ (1) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total cost of the loan in absolute terms | 268.787,07€ (2) | 282.725,95€ (1) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
(1) To calculate the Variable APR, the amount of the installments, the total cost of the loan, and the total amount owed, the initial fixed rate for the first year of 2,50% and the rate of 3,85% for the remaining periods have been taken into account (sum of the 1-year Euribor 3,247% according to the reference published in the BOE dated 02-10-2026 + the margin of 0,60%), since the initial fixed rate is not higher than the variable period rate. (2) To calculate the Variable APR, the amount of the installments, the total cost of the loan, and the total amount owed, the initial fixed rate for the first year of 3,50% and the rate of 4,85% (sum of the 1-year Euribor 3,247% according to the reference published in the BOE dated 02-10-2026 + the margin of 1,60%) have been taken into account, since the initial fixed rate is not higher than the variable period rate. (3) The amortization system for this mortgage loan is the EPC (French or constant installment). The monthly installment (C) is calculated using the following formula: C = P * (i / (1 - (1 + i)-n)). Where "P" is the outstanding principal of the loan; "i" is the interest rate, which is the result of dividing the annual nominal interest rate (TIN) by 12 (number of installments per year); and "n" is the number of installments remaining on the loan. The installment amount is rounded to the second decimal place. The monthly installment consists of principal repayment (the part used to repay the borrowed money) and interest (the part that remunerates the outstanding principal). To calculate the interest "I" of each installment, the following formula is used: I = P * i. Where "P" is the outstanding principal of the loan; and "i" is the interest rate, which is the result of dividing the annual nominal interest rate (TIN) by 12 (number of installments per year). The interest amount is rounded to the second decimal place. To calculate the amount corresponding to the principal repayment "A", subtract the interest amount "I" from the installment "C"; using the formula: A = C - I. You can find more information at abanca.com/tuprestamo | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Do you want to know how we calculated the Variable APR in this representative example?
For the calculation of the Variable APR, both with and without bonuses, the commitments and costs borne by the borrower shown in the following table have been included. In the case of the maximum bonus, the calculation assumes that you will keep the following products contracted with ABANCA for the entire duration of the mortgage.
| Commitments, fees, and expenses included in the Variable APR | Without bonus | Maximum bonus | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Account maintenance fee for the associated account | 40€ quarterly | 40€ quarterly | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Appraisal (includes VAT, 21%) | 318.23 € | 318.23 € | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Simple note (includes VAT, 21%) | 18.15€ | 18.15€ | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Damage insurance (4) Home insurance with maximum bonus (5) | 314€ annual premium | 314€ annual premium | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Direct deposit of salary | - | Min 800€/month in a single entry (6) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Payment Protection Insurance (7) | - | First 5 years 3.260,72€ single premium From year 6 onwards, 720€ annual premium | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Alarm | - | Installation cost 49€ and monthly fee 42.90€(8) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Life insurance | - | 10-year single premium 3,355.12€ and annual renewal 350,66 € (9) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
(4) Since ABANCA does not offer damage insurance that only covers the risks indicated by mortgage market regulations, to calculate the cost of such a product, a home insurance policy has been simulated (which is the closest equivalent to damage insurance, but includes broader coverage). This amount is for guidance purposes only. In accordance with mortgage market regulations, in order to take out this loan, it is required to maintain damage insurance for the entire life of the mortgage. It is not mandatory to take it out with ABANCA; you may contract it with an insurance company of your choice; however, you will only be eligible for the 0.20% differential discount if you take it out through ABANCA and link it to the mortgage. (5) Home insurance for the mortgaged property with coverage of €150,000 for the building and €12,000 for contents (in the event of a claim, the compensation will correspond to the real value of the asset). (6) The interest rate reduction for direct deposit of salary will also apply to any recurring income, as long as the minimum required amounts are met. (7) Taking out a payment protection insurance policy associated with the mortgage that covers 100% of the outstanding balance (maximum contracting age 64 years and 6 months, and maximum renewal age 66 years and 6 months). The contracting terms may be: annual renewal, or a single premium for the first 5 years and, from year 6 onwards, annual renewal until the end of the operation. In our representative example, and for informational purposes, a single premium payment protection insurance is simulated for the first 5 years of 3.260,72€, and from year 6 onwards with annual renewal at a premium of 720€. (8) Contracting and maintaining an alarm system marketed through the ENTITY and provided by Sector Alarm, as long as the fees for this service are direct debited (and not returned) from an account opened in the ENTITY in the name of one of the borrowers. (9) Taking out a life insurance policy marketed through ABANCA (maximum contracting age 65 years and 6 months, and maximum renewal age 69 years and 6 months) associated with the loan. The contracting terms for the life insurance associated with the mortgage may be: (i) annual renewal, or (ii) single premium for 6, 8, or 10 years. For informational purposes, an annually renewable life insurance policy is simulated with an estimated premium of 350,66€ for a 30-year-old borrower, which remains constant throughout the life of the operation; since it is complex to determine the cost of the insurance at each renewal, as it may vary depending on multiple circumstances (age, outstanding loan balance, applicable taxes, borrower's health status, etc…) If the borrower is unable to take out the indicated insurance policies or, during the term of the loan, exceeds the indicated age limits, they may obtain the maximum discount by contracting the alternative products previously indicated, which compensate for the interest rate reduction not applied by the insurance policies. The Variable APR will be modified compared to the simulated one, as the costs of the premiums for the non-contracted insurance policies and the applicable discount for such insurance will not be taken into account, but rather the costs and discounts corresponding to the chosen substitute products. The Borrower must keep an account open with ABANCA, until the loan is repaid, associated with the loan, into which the loan amount will be paid and from which the payments required under this contract will be debited. The Variable APR with and without discount has been calculated under the assumptions that: (i) the loan contract for the indicated amount will remain in force for the entire agreed duration, (ii) the ENTITY and the Borrower will fulfill their obligations under the agreed conditions and deadlines, so commissions and expenses that the Borrower may avoid if they fulfill their contractual obligations have not been included, (iii) the interest rate, commissions, and expenses remain at the level set in the initial period throughout the term of the contract, (iv) no total or partial repayment occurs during the entire duration of the loan, and (v) the reference indices do not change; therefore, this Variable APR will change with interest rate reviews. The Variable APR with discount may also vary due to the application of discounts. To obtain the indicated discount, the insurance policies must necessarily be marketed by the intermediary: ABANCA MEDIACIÓN, OPERADOR DE BANCA-SEGUROS VINCULADO, S.L., a tied bancassurance operator, with registered office at Avenida de la Marina nº 1, 4th floor, A Coruña, registered in the Commercial Registry of A Coruña, volume 3321, folio 64, sheet C-38698 and in the Special Administrative Register of Insurance Intermediaries of the Directorate General of Insurance and Pension Funds with number OV-0044 and with Tax ID: B-70049630. With Civil Liability Insurance and Financial Capacity as required by current insurance distribution regulations. Available insurance companies can be found in the Insurance section of abanca.com. The following costs borne by ABANCA have not been included in the calculation of the Variable APR: (i) execution of the mortgage loan deed at the Notary, (ii) registration of the mortgage loan deed in the Land Registry, (iii) management fees related to the execution at the Notary and registration of the mortgage loan in the corresponding Land Registry, (iv) payment of the IAJD; as well as management fees arising from the payment of the aforementioned tax at the relevant settlement office, when such expense must be assumed according to regulations. All of the above does not imply that ABANCA is obliged to grant you the variable mortgage. The personalized offer we finally make you may differ if the conditions of your mortgage change, or if we have additional information about your preferences or financial situation. Also, please note that the conditions of this product are only valid for new arrangements, for individuals with income and assets in euros, US dollars, Swiss francs, pounds sterling, Mexican pesos, Swedish kronor, Norwegian kroner, or Danish kroner declared at the time of the loan study. The income amount for a single holder must be greater than €2,300 per month (or the equivalent in the corresponding currency) and if there are two holders, the minimum amount is €3,500 per month (or the equivalent in the corresponding currency); provided that the contract is made through this website. If you are looking for a subrogation or a novation, come see us at one of our branches and we will study your case together. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Do you have questions about the Efficient Home Mortgage? We have answers
Questions
La principal ventaja de la Hipoteca Mari Carmen es que tiene un tipo de interés muy competitivo y además puedes hacer que sea mucho más reducido.
¿Cómo? Te aconsejamos que hagas una simulación de cómo sería tu hipoteca respondiendo a unas preguntas sobre la compra de la vivienda y tu situación personal.
Podrás comprobar de manera online la cuota mensual y la forma que tienes para reducir el tipo de interés según tus necesidades.
Además tendrás mucha más información que te ayudará en el proceso de búsqueda de hipoteca para la compra de tu vivienda. Conseguirás la mejor opción para tí.
