Top tips for renting a property in Spain
Are you curious about renting a property in Spain? Here, we go over the advantages of renting a property long-term. Additionally, earlier this year, the Spanish government introduced new rules and regulations to protect renters. A few months on, we look at the impact that they have had.Read more...
Inheritance taxman shuts down loophole
If you own a property in Ireland, a change in inheritance laws finalised last month could affect how much you can pass on to your heirs.Read more...
How to get healthcare in Ireland
When planning a new life in Ireland it’s important to factor in how you can access the healthcare you require. Today we answer some key questions about the process.Read more...
Voters ignore Cyprus poll, but expats get involved!
The local elections have come and gone and the general European trend of voter apathy has reared its head in Cyprus too. This is surprising in a country where traditionally Cypriots took a serious interest in local politics. What can be behind the low turnout, and is there a party that will appeal in particular to expats?Read more...
The parts of Cyprus you won’t want to miss
The problem isn’t finding five amazing places in Cyprus, but leaving out the other 5,000! But here we are – I’ll probably have five different favourites by next week.Read more...
Sell it, dump it or donate it, just don’t bring it to Portugal!
Organising removals to Portugal will be an inevitable part of your experience if you buy a property here. What most expats find, though, is that they really wish they’d left most of their stuff behind – this is a new life, not a regular house move.Read more...
Sensational suburbs of Lisbon (by the beach)
Are you planning a move to Portugal with Lisbon in your sights? Here are three perfect suburban choices for full-time living.Read more...
Your 10 steps to a Disneyworld home in 2017
Want to buy a home near Disneyworld Florida but worried it’s all too complicated? Don’t worry, it’s child’s play with our ten-step plan.Read more...
Sid swapped the East End for luxury in France. Could you?
The actor who plays one of Eastenders less sophisticated but always popular characters, Ricky Butcher, was featured in Through the Keyhole at the weekend. Much to the surprise of some viewers, Sid Owen was shown to have an amazing house in France. It just goes to show the difference in buying power between the UK and France.Read more...
Dates for your diary – France’s many public holidays
This will be a bumper year for public holidays in France. They’re a good time to see France at its best, but a bit troublesome if you planned on buying a home that day!Read more...
France’s wintery wonder – my favourite season!
With France so easy to reach all year, it’s a waste to leave your home there just for the spring and summer months. Winter in France has a charm all of its own, whether you love the countryside, the wine or just snoozing by a roaring fireRead more...