Buying in Australia in 2024: rule change for foreign investors and new migration strategy
The Australian government has announced rule changes for foreign investors looking to buy a home there. Plus, the new migration strategy sets out to be speedier, more streamlined and with a sharpened focus on attracting skilled workers. We look at what this could mean for your Australian buying and migration plans.Read more...
A Spanish home from home
When buying an overseas property, many of us, if we care to admit it, would prefer to have a few fellow countrymen in the neighbourhood for support and to compare notes with. Here are five wonderful Spanish communities where you will always find another expat to welcome you in.Read more...
Should I rent in Spain, then buy?
Renting first gives you the chance to see if you like the lifestyle before committing to buying an overseas property. You can check out local amenities, social life and what everyday living entails while searching for your perfect Spanish home.Read more...
Buying and owning a car in France: 10 crucial facts
Driving in France is still a genuine pleasure, with great cars and wide open roads. There is plenty of paperwork and rules, but it’s all intended to keep you safe, as a car buyer as well as a driver.Read more...
Property renovation boom in Portugal
With Portugal’s property market red hot this summer, if people can’t get the right home they’re now more willing to tackle a renovation.Read more...
France, the global village
People from every corner of the world come to live in France. Our village is like a mini United Nations. The only difference is that we all get along!Read more...
Italian train get-away
As the fourth heatwave hits Italy, with temperature reaching 40 degrees in some areas, more Italians are taking the train to find fresher air by the sea and in the mountains.Read more...
Brits helping to drive surge in USA’s foreign property market
Sterling’s fall against the dollar last year appears to be having little effect on British people’s desire to own a home in the USA, according to a new survey by the National Association of Realtors (NAR).Read more...
Short-term renting in Ireland
We discuss how to find short-term rentals in Ireland and offer some tips to ensure your rental goes smoothly.Read more...
How to avoid paying inheritance tax in Cyprus
If there weren’t already enough reasons for spending the rest of your days living in Cyprus, you might be interested to hear that your family won’t pay a cent of inheritance tax on your estate if you can prove the island is your home for life.Read more...
Currency exchange explained
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