Where to buy a second home in Italy
In the Your Overseas Home 2024 Buyer’s survey, just under 45% of people looking to buy property in Italy told us they’re looking for a second home, rather than a primary residence, a place to retire to or an investment property.Read more...
Will Spain follow France over Burkinis?
Visitors to Spain should be aware of laws concerning what can be worn on and off the beach. At present, the authorities are more concerned with what people wear in the streets than on the sand.Read more...
Algarve to spearhead Portugal’s upturn with 4% growth forecast
Property prices in Portugal, with its attractive mortgage deals, are creeping back up, according to a leading industry survey. Could now be the time to buy?Read more...
The five cities driving Spain’s prime property market
San Sebastián and Barcelona are spearheading growth at the top end of Spain’s property market. But the crème de la crème of Spanish property doesn’t come cheap…Read more...
Your Mini Guide to Spanish Culture and Customs
Shouting at a waiter, paying the bill for everyone, conjuring up a surname, having two breakfasts and avoiding certain Tuesdays are all part of Spanish culture. Learn how to get involved. Visiting Spain on holiday is one thing, living in Spain is quite another. There are many things you will need to get used to once you move, especially Spanish culture. We take a light-hearted look at some of the differences between the British and Spanish ways of doing things.Read more...
Is Brexit affecting British citizens in Spain?
Since neither the British government nor European ministers are ready to talk, for the British in Spain, life is continuing much as before and British interest in buying property in Spain remains strong.Read more...
Living in France: why it works for us
British expats resident in France, Alexis and Rod, share their thoughts on why happy French living is there for the takingRead more...
Top tips for owning and managing a successful chambre d’hotes
Interested in having an income in France? Setting up a chambre d’hotes just may suit you.Read more...
Five Tips to Make the Most of a Move to Portugal
A move to Portugal (or anywhere abroad) is sure to prove an exciting life change, but what can you do to make that move as successful and stress-free as possible? The other day, I was pondering on what I would do differently if I were to move to Portugal again today. Hindsight is a wonderful thing, so sometimes it’s good to go right back to basics. In that spirit, today I have listed five key pieces of advice I’d give to anyone planning a move to Portugal for the first time.Read more...
Earthquake in Central Italy – latest update
When people went to bed in central Italy on Tuesday night, they never dreamt it would become a nightmare, surrounded by fallen buildings.Read more...
Ryanair to invest in Italy
Confidence in future tourist traffic to Italy is a good sign for house buyers.Read more...