5 Greek towns to live and work in
Greek towns are great places to find that ideal work-life balance. When internet access is important to you, but you also want the freedom to explore and see new places, a Greek town could be your perfect home base.Read more...
Canada needs over 400,000 new immigrants each year, says thinktank
A Canadian thinktank is urging the government to encourage more immigration. The economy depends on it, says the Conference Board of Canada. No problem, says the federal government, we’re already on it! If you’re considering becoming a Canadian resident, now is the time.Read more...
Latest news on the Costa del Sol
New shops, new residential developments and yet more Blue Flag beaches will further boost the Costa del Sol’s enduring popularity over the coming months. Even Liverpool F.C. can’t get enough of the region.Read more...
New homes in Portugal as demand grows
Portugal is looking forward to a long, hot and successful summer. Holiday accommodation is already largely booked out for summer and the airports are at full capacity. So the big news is all about development. New airports, new building projects and international schools, all are going up.Read more...
Spanish off-plan homes safer than ever
There is a familiar buzzword on the Spanish costas again. “Off-plan”. My recent conversations with Spanish estate agents, as well as the evidence from property shows, reveal that buyers are once again willing to choose a property before a brick has been laid. For bargain hunters, it’s time to look at Spanish off-plan homes again.Read more...
Venice property owners benefit from “locals first” policy
We all fell in love with Italy when we were tourists, so we can hardly blame other tourists for coming too. But with some Italian authorities limiting numbers, there are clear advantages for home owners. What does that mean for property buyers in Venice?Read more...
How to make a success of moving to Cyprus
Six months on from arriving here, these are my top tips for making a success of moving to Cyprus. Not, I hasten to add, that I have fully implemented all of these! If I had to sum it up though, this is the life for those who want to be a hands-on manager of their own lives.Read more...
Phone, TV, Wifi: getting connected in Greece
Once you have moved to Greece, one of the first things you’ll need to do is get yourself connected. Yes, of course, you want to get out into your new Greek community and make connections there, rather than burying your face in a smartphone. Even so, don’t discount the security blanket of being able to call friends, look up Greek phrases online, and stay up-to-date with The Durrells! Here’s how to get connected to Greek internet, the phone system and TV.Read more...
Ireland’s property hotspots, with the best weather!
When you move to Ireland, you want to find somewhere where the sun shines. Today, we reveal Ireland’s best locations for those craving good weather.Read more...
Privacy Policy updates
We have updated our Privacy Policy because of the new regulatory changes to protect your data, known as GDPR. For a business like ours, little is changing. You don’t need to do anything to continue receiving helpful information from us.Read more...
Buyers turn to Cape Verde property
Buy a Cape Verde property and you won’t have to suffer a long-haul flight and jet lag for your exotic winter (or summer) sun. Pristine beaches, turquoise sea and genuine tropical sunshine are all available, at any time of the year, without crossing any major oceans! This exciting archipelago off West Africa is a rising star with international holidaymakers, but Cape Verde property has also been attracting both investment and lifestyle buyers. Could you find your dream beach pad here?Read more...