Discover Spanish small town life in winter
For many British property buyers, one of the great draws of a property in Spain is a big dose of sunshine only a short flight away. But what kind of atmosphere can you expect in Spain in the dead of winter? Having lived in Spain for over a decade, Sally, our resident writer there, has expert knowledge on what to get up to during the off-season.Read more...
How do you access Irish healthcare as an expat living in Ireland, and how good is the system anyway?
Establishing whether you can access healthcare should be top of your list before you emigrate to Ireland. Today the Ireland Property Guide answers all your questions about how to access the public system and how much it’s likely to set you back.Read more...
Why you might not need to see the Portuguese doctor
Pharmacies in Portugal offer a range of services, and can sometimes save you a trip to the doctor’s surgery. Here are some handy tips to help you make the most of them.Read more...
Expat hotspots: 5 places the British love to live
Some people love to live far from any other Brits. Others want to be able to compare notes on how to get Eastenders and Marmite in Portugal, over a cup of (proper) tea. This week we are unashamedly talking to the latter group!Read more...
How to get healthcare in New Zealand
If you’re emigrating for a better way of life, caring for your health will be a top priority. Today the New Zealand Property Guide runs through all you need to know about accessing the country’s public health system.Read more...
Winter in Australia: what is it like?
With glorious summers and mild winters Australia really is the perfect place for an outdoors lifestyle. So what can you expect to encounter throughout the country during the winter months?Read more...
America’s boom could bust the Australian property market
Property prices in Sydney and Melbourne have risen fast over the past eight years, taking them beyond the reach of both locals and new UK arrivals. Events in America, however, could cause them to head in the opposite direction and make that dream new life even more achievable.Read more...
The news the British in Spain have been waiting for
Keeping EU citizenship after Brexit is vital for a large number of British people, while the UK government proposes to continue paying for healthcare and pensions. More police patrols in popular holiday places and new rules for renting out apartments in Madrid.Read more...
Macron and Philippe promise 12 major reforms
President Macron’s new Prime Minister, Edouard Philippe, has outlined their administration’s key priorities, saying they will give France back “its confidence, courage and conquering spirit”.Read more...
Overseas buyers still prefer Spain
Affordable prices, cheap flights and a warm climate ensure Spain remains the number one choice for overseas property buyers.Read more...
Buying a holiday home – 10 sensible reasons to be spontaneous
The UK schools are breaking up for the summer holidays this weekend. So as thousands of families head off to the sun, here we offer ten reasons why it can make good sense to come back with the deeds to a holiday home in your luggage (or at least, to have done some of the legwork and made a good start).Read more...