6 excellent holiday home locations in France
France has long been one of the most popular countries to buy a second home. It boasts gorgeous beaches, verdant countryside, delicious food, wine and is home to a whole host of beautiful towns and villages. But where to start your search?Read more...
Why I love living in Cyprus
Having lived in Limassol for over 20 years now, I can safely say that when you come to live in Cyprus you will have an easy life. And it’s not just because of the wonderful sunny beach weather in the summer.Read more...
How to learn a new language without going back to school
Seasoned expats love sharing stories about language faux pas – either their own or someone else’s. Announcing you’re ‘plein’ after a long lunch in France is a common one – you’ve just told your fellow diners you’re pregnant rather than full!Read more...
10 gorgeous properties in Cyprus under €200,000
The news has been pretty hot-and-heavy with the latest on the Cyprus property market, that homes are, overall, increasing in price. However, that doesn’t mean there isn’t a bargain to be made.Read more...
Portugal Golden Visa investment soars 42% in 2022
The SEF recently announced that in 2022, 1,281 golden visas, also known as Residence Permits for Investment (ARI), were issued in Portugal.Read more...
Meet Linky, the smart meter that could save you €€€!
Linky meters are essentially smart meters which have been gradually deployed throughout France over the last few years. The roll out of meters actually started as long ago as 2010, believe it or not, firstly in the cities of Tours and Lyon. They’ve gradually started being installed throughout the country by power grid operator Enedis.Read more...
Future high-speed rail service Bordeaux-Toulouse causing chaos
A future high speed rail line between Bordeaux and Toulouse is causing chaos. This comes following announcements that residents living within the vicinity will be subject to a new tax to help finance the project.Read more...
Start your sunshine chapter by retiring to Greece!
Thinking of retiring to Greece? From a more affordable cost of living to an abundance of sunshine, we’ll look at why Greece is such a wonderful place to retire to.Read more...
10 Greek homes that benefit from the peace and quiet
Are you looking for a home where you are guaranteed peace and quiet? I’ve selected ten fabulous properties that will give you just that…Read more...
New Zealand house prices fall creating a buyer’s market
House prices continued to fall in New Zealand towards the tail end of 2022, making it the largest year-on-year drop since 2008.Read more...
Canada places partial ban on international property buyers
As 2023 dawned, so too, did the new partial ban on foreign buyers purchasing property in Canada. The ban is intended to last for two years.Read more...