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...
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...
Brits with second homes in France win right to stay for up to 6 months
The French parliament has just ruled that Britons with a second home in France can now stay in the country for up to six months without a visa.Read more...
10 wonderful French Christmas traditions
Some French Christmas traditions closely resemble those of the UK but others may be surprisingly different. France, lest we forget, is a country that refuses to be held captive to commercialism. It’s for that reason that Christmas in France is genuinely more about giving thanks for the year that has passed and wishing great things for the year to come.Read more...
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...
Why you will love hiking in Ireland
Keen to explore Ireland by foot? We’ve chosen four wonderful hiking trails. Plus, our top tips for walkers new to Ireland.Read more...
Affordable luxury homes in Portugal: a dream destination for all
Do you like the sound of waking up to the sun peeking through the curtains in your beautiful villa, taking a dip in your private pool, and enjoying breakfast in your landscaped garden overlooking the sea?Read more...
Portuguese rental homes are being snapped up fast
A recent O Jornal Económico report reveals that tenants are snapping up approximately 17% of rental homes in Portugal within 24 hours of them going on the market.Read more...
Discover the Aude: home of medieval cities, blue lagoons and black mountains
The beautiful department of Aude is situated in the South of France. Nestled in the enviable location between the Mediterranean Sea and the Pyrenees Mountain, it’s named after the river running through it. Steeped in history, and boasting a Mediterranean climate, this area has so much to offer. In terms of culture, activity and gastronomy for both tourists and residents alike.Read more...
French MPs reject bid to ease visa ruling for Brits with second homes in France
In June 2023, we first reported on the French government’s proposal to amend the immigration bill for non-EU French homeowners, including Brits with second homes in France.Read more...
Looking to be healthier in 2024? Learn how to live a healthy life in France
This is always a lovely time of the year in France: towns and villages are looking so pretty, and town halls have their Christmas trees up and decorated. Santa Claus is seen climbing up many a house and there is a real feeling of festive fun everywhere.Read more...