How to keep your Portuguese property in shipshape
Whether you own a full-time residence or a home you rent out, these tips for property maintenance in Portugal should prove invaluable.Read more...
Make the most of a move to New Zealand with your children
If you’re thinking of making a move to New Zealand with your children, first off – excellent choice! There are a million one reasons to make New Zealand your new home.Read more...
How to buy a holiday home with family (without falling out!)
A farmhouse with land in the Dordogne, an apartment in a historic Andalusian town, a stylish duplex by the sea in Queensland or a villa and pool in Florida… A holiday home’s a dream come true for many of us. But it can appear far off. Putting up the money for a second home overseas is a big financial investment – and seemingly impossible for a lot of us. However, there is a way: have you considered buying a holiday home with family or friends?Read more...
The USA property market’s on the rise – so now’s the time to buy
The US economy grew by 4.1% in the last quarter – and that growth is reflected in house prices. The latest figures from the Federal Housing Finance Agency show a definite upward trend. For international buyers looking to purchase USA property, this means now is the time to act – before prices rise higher. However, the US is a huge country, so these figures aren’t reflected everywhere. We look at what’s happening in the most popular US expat regions, including where you could find a bargain.Read more...
A quick guide to taxes in Portugal
If you’re used to the cost of living in the UK, local taxes in Portugal will come as a pleasant surprise. These taxes are one of many expenses that are considerably lower in Portugal than elsewhere.Read more...
Property in Spain recovers as prices rise
With Spain’s economy continuing to improve, the market for property in Spain is recovering well. However, prices have not yet reached the pre-crisis level of 2007. Figures for the 2nd quarter of 2018 are very encouraging and it seems the British have not been put off by Brexit. In fact, they are still buying more property in Spain than other nationality.Read more...
Where are the hotspots for property in Italy?
Owning a property in Italy is a dream for many of us, whether it’s a rural Tuscan farmhouse or a historic apartment in the centre of Rome or Florence. The Italian real estate market is still looking accessible to buyers, but prices are slowly rising – so now is a great time to purchase.Read more...
Where to purchase property in Australia?
Australia’s been known as an expensive location for real estate. However, the good news in 2018 for international buyers is that prices are getting slightly lower in many regions. In this property update, we have a look at where the property hotspots for you are and what you can expect if you’re hoping to purchase property in Australia.Read more...
Are you eligible to reclaim overpayments on your Spanish mortgage?
If you have or had a mortgage in Spain, you may be eligible to reclaim any overpayments resulting from “abusive clauses”. In recent years many mortgage clauses have been declared abusive according to a ruling by the European Court of Justice.Read more...
Property market in Greece strengthens in 2018
With Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again opening this week, plenty of us will be dreaming once again of owning a home in Greece. Whether for a holiday or permanent move, it’s easy to see why many of us will be looking into the property market in Greece. With some of the world’s greatest beaches, healthy and delicious cuisine and the sunniest weather in Europe, the country’s Mediterranean lifestyle feels like the very essence of what life should be about.Read more...
Your latest news from Spain
Just when you though Spain couldn’t get any more desirable, income taxes are cut, class sizes reduced and pensioners provided with free prescriptions.Read more...