Politesse: the French art of getting along nicely
“Politesse”, which literally translates as politeness but might better be described by another French word, etiquette, is of major importance when both visiting and living in France. Learn how learning a little politesse can ease your way when moving to France.Read more...
More MPs back visa proposal for second-home owners in France
More and more French MPs and senators have confirmed their support for a new visa dedicated to second-home owners.Read more...
Foreign buyers’ favourite three regions in Spain
The data is in: the Valencian Community, Andalusia and Catalonia are the top regions that foreign buyers purchase a home in. Here, we look at what makes each area so desirable and where you might like to own a home.Read more...
The best of our one-bedroom homes in Spain
Are you looking for a home in Spain big enough for just you and a loved one? Here, I have compiled some of the very best one-bedroom homes from our property portal. With prices starting from just €51,500, I have a vast range of options in your favourite places (think Málaga, Tenerife, Barcelona). Discover affordable homes near the beach to old country homes to fashionable city apartments.Read more...
The different property types in France
When it comes to buying property in France, there are all your usual types of properties available (houses, apartments, villas) but there are also homes specific to France.Read more...
Driving in France: Your dos and don’ts
There’s been a lot of news in France recently surrounding the dos and don’ts of driving in France as a non resident. A subject of interest to us all, as most people own and depend on vehicles (particularly in rural areas). Here we take a look at some of the headlines.Read more...
Italian road trip to find a stone farmhouse
A stone farmhouse surrounded by beautiful Italian countryside is the dream of many house buyers coming to Italy. House hunting is a great excuse to go on an Italian road trip around the rolling hills, mountains and valleys of this beautiful country.Read more...
Should I buy a cheap Italian house?
It’s so exciting to find a cheap Italian house for sale, that’s well within your budget. But will it only need a lick of paint? Or does the low price indicate there may be other more urgent work needed. The big question is “Why is it so cheap?”.Read more...
Buying property on France’s north-eastern coast
There are big advantages to buying property on France’s north-eastern coast, and not just in the savings in traveling time. The ‘Opal’ and ‘Alabaster’ coasts are beautiful and verdant, with small towns bursting with lively markets, delicious cuisine and affordable homes.Read more...
Can I get a French mortgage as an international buyer?
Europe’s rising interest rates together with the fallout of Brexit and Covid lockdowns have caused a tightening of conditions in the French mortgage market, at least for UK and other international buyers. We answer some of the key questions for today’s borrowers across the Channel…Read more...
A guide to life in Porto for international buyers
Are you considering a life in Porto? This guide will hopefully provide you with the information you need to make a decision about moving to Portugal’s second largest city.Read more...