Buying property in Edmonton in 2025: everything you need to know
As Canada’s northernmost major city, Edmonton is a thriving provincial capital with a unique mix of green space, cultural depth and economic diversity. While house prices in Toronto and Vancouver continue to rise, Edmonton remains one of Canada’s most affordable metropolitan markets – making it an attractive destination for overseas buyers looking to invest in the country’s property sector.Read more...
How to register for a TIE, a foreigner identity card
The UK government has reminded expats in Spain to ensure that they have exchanged their old green ID cards for a TIE card, ahead of the introduction of the new EES system.Read more...
Property hotspots on Spain’s Camino Norte
Northern Spain and its Atlantic beaches don’t attract as many international property buyers as the southern costas. But as anyone who has followed the Camino Norte pilgrimage route knows, it’s just as beautiful. See where you could buy a holiday home or escape to a greener, cooler, Spanish landscape.Read more...
A guide to airbnb and short-term let restrictions in France
For anyone buying a second home in France, you’re faced with the option to rent it out when you’re not using it. Not only will you be able to earn a bit of money, but doing so can also grant peace of mind, knowing your property isn’t sat empty.Read more...
Hunting for a luxury home in Greece
Around 1100 foreign millionaires settled in Greece in 2023 and another 1200 are predicted to arrive in 2024*. Many of those will have invested in Greek property in order to obtain Greece’s golden visa.Read more...
Could Italian ancestry open the door to your new life in Italy?
Do you feel so drawn to life in Italy that you dream about making your home there? Could it be that you have Italian ancestry? How wonderful would it be to buy a house in the very village your grandparents lived in, see the views they saw, and meet elderly residents that remember them?Read more...
Buying in New Zealand set to become easier for overseas buyers
For many foreigners, the Overseas Investment Amendment Act has put a stop to, or at least made the pursuit of their plans for New Zealand, significantly more complicated. Now, the New Zealand government is blaming it for hampering the economy and is proposing major reform in 2025.Read more...
5 beautiful beach towns in New Zealand
Do you like to be beside the seaside? New Zealand has the ninth longest coastline in the world at 15,000 kilometres. Situated along it, you’ll find charming beach towns. We’ve picked out five that are terrific places to own a home.Read more...
Buying inland: spotlight on Andalusia, Murcia & Valencia
A little inland from Spain’s most popular costas, you’ll find an even more relaxed pace of life, less tourists, a chance to perfect your Spanish and beautiful, budget-friendly property options.Read more...
Hunting for a luxury home in Spain? Here’s what you need to know…
Spain is a fantastic place to look for affordable properties, whether you’re after a cheap cortijo, a doer-upper or a cute coastal apartment. However, it is an equally brilliant location for luxury property hunters. Find out where to buy and what to look for in a luxury Spanish home.Read more...
Navigating housing community committees: Essential tips for homeowners
Central to the smooth running of any residential community are the rules set by its owners and their appointed committee. Their role has become especially pivotal in recent years, as opposition to holiday rentals escalates in certain overseas destinations. Here’s a low-down on the situation and how these committees work…Read more...