Spanish property market thrives in 2024: a comprehensive review
Buoyant has been the buzzword in the Spanish property market during the first half of 2024. As price growth stabilises and mortgages become more attainable, demand has increased up and down the Costas. Here are some interesting observations from the industry’s key data resources.Read more...
How do mortgages work in Spain?
A crucial part of the buying process in Spain is looking into mortgages. But getting a mortgage overseas can seem daunting and complicated. Is it even possible to get a mortgage in Spain as a non-resident? Yes, it is! Here are the answers to your most pressing questions on getting a Spanish mortgage.Read more...
Economy strengthens – pulling Cyprus house prices with it
As the Cyprus economy bounces back, so are Cyprus house prices. But what property is rising fastest, where, and will it continue?Read more...
Ponga: the Spanish town that will pay you £2,600 to live there
Do you have dreams of living in Spain full time? How about a cash incentive to encourage you to make that dream a reality?Read more...
Why Cyprus is a wonderful place to retire
I’m not yet retired but having lived in Cyprus for 30 years, I can safely say that this country is a wonderful place to retire and live. Why, you ask? Well, I’ll tell you. Here are a few things that I’m sure will appeal to those approaching retirement age or just looking for somewhere to spend their later years.Read more...
How to make the most of your viewing trip
Spring is a popular time for buyers to travel abroad and view properties. So, if you’re ready to jump on a plane, here are some handy tips for getting maximum value for money from your viewing trip. And don’t forget your sun cream…Read more...
10 properties in Portugal where we’d love to work from home
One positive thing that came out of the pandemic is how workplaces adapted to allow employees to work from home. With so many companies being more versatile about remote working, it has us wondering, could we actually live and work from Portugal?Read more...
France’s pension reform and its impact on the whole country
President Macron’s attempt to increase the pension age from 62 to 64 has been met with widespread criticism. France is currently embroiled in strikes and protests. This, in turn, led to the cancellation of King Charles’ state visit to France. We discuss why there is so much opposition to pension reform and how it might be remedied. Finally, we touch on what this means for you, if you claim either a French or British pension in France.Read more...
5 terrific Toronto areas to own a home
Do you have visions of yourself in Toronto? From the inspiring natural scenes of Scarborough to the cosmopolitan streets of Queen West, we go through five fabulous locations in Toronto to buy a home in. We end on a brief look at the property market in Toronto.Read more...
Head to Canada, the 13th happiest country in the world
We look at why the World Happiness Report 2023 chose to rank Canada as the 13th happiest country in the world. Plus, why you will love it too.Read more...
The most popular property types in France and where to find them
According to a recent France Property Guides Survey, there is a clear winner on the wishlist of buyers from abroad of the extensive list of available popular property types in France. Here we take a look at just some of them, as well as where and how to find them.Read more...