The appeal of Italian property to wealthy individuals
Wealth can buy you a luxury Italian property in some of the most exclusive cities, with unique architecture and incredible views. If you long to improve your work-life balance in a glorious location, Italy has some of the most beautiful cities of art and picturesque natural landscapes. But, how else is Italy tempting wealthy individuals to buy property in Italy?Read more...
Could you afford the Big Little Lies lifestyle?
If you enjoyed the TV sensation Big Little Lies, you might just have wondered what Nicole Kidman, Reese Witherspoon and the other stars would have paid for those gorgeous homes overlooking the ocean?Read more...
Italian house sales on the rise
Italy’s property market looks in good health thanks to low prices, high sales and long-term investment security.Read more...
How to be an Australian dad
The ladies are indoors minding the kids while the dads are firing up the barby and necking a tinny, right? If your impressions of Australian men run along these lines, you’ll be glad to know that Australian society is changing.Read more...
Income tax in Australia: how much you’ll be paying
Planning to relocate to Australia? Here are the income tax rates that residents and non-residents in Australia are paying as we approach the start of Australia’s financial year.Read more...
Ireland, where the perfect job could be waiting for you
If you’re moving to Ireland, either to start a new life or returning to the old country, securing work will top your to-do list. The good news is that Ireland is booming, unemployment falling, and it’s the perfect time to be seeking opportunities there.Read more...
With polls narrowing, don’t get a shock on 8th June
Did you enjoy the leaders’ debate on TV? For some of us, General Elections are little more than an interesting diversion from the usual news. Great for political aficionados but a bit boring for normal people (until a Deputy Prime Minister punches an egg-thrower or a prospective leader loses her memory in an interview.) If you’re buying a home abroad, however, their effect on currencies will be making these nervous times for you. If so, we are on hand to help.Read more...
Better protected mortgages offer hope to Cyprus buyers
Cyprus has been put on the naughty step by the European Commission, which has forced it to implement an EU mortgage directive following some lending irregularities. It’s good news for property buyers needing a mortgage on the island.Read more...
Cyprus’s most gorgeous coastal villages
Cyprus is famous for its sandy beaches and sparkling waters. For anyone in search of beach life but far from the madding crowds of tourists, here are three of the island’s best coastal villages.Read more...
Your rights protected, if you live in EU before March 2019
It can be hard to keep up with all the hints and gossip surrounding Brexit in these strange days before negotiations even begin. You have to listen carefully for the real story. But a comment from the EU last week gives real hope that if you are living in Portugal before the UK formally leaves the EU by March 2019, then your right to live there permanently, visa-free, with health coverage, will be protected. That was the message from the EU as it outlined its negotiating position ahead of Brexit talks.Read more...
How welcoming is Portugal to LGBT lifestyles?
We explore local attitudes if you are moving to Portugal with a same–sex partner. Will you be able to walk hand-in-hand on the beach, is your status as married partners protected, can you change your legal gender? Oh, and where are the best gay bars?Read more...