A day in the life of an expat in the Costa Brava
Owning a home abroad is not like visiting for a week or two. So what will you get up after you’ve tried every water sport you’re brave enough to try and tried the town’s competing seafood restaurants? Our expat writer in Spain, Sally, shares what a July day in her life on the Costa Brava is like.Read more...
Two fantastic new building developments
Although I’ve been ‘away’ for a couple of months, I’ve kept a close watch for any newsworthy happenings in Cyprus. It seems that, like everywhere at the moment, the Russian/Ukraine war has slowed property developments, like new housing complexes, that were earmarked for starting.Read more...
The best places to buy property in the Pyrenees Atlantiques
The Pyrenees Atlantiques is a department of the Nouvelle Aquitaine region and lies at the extreme south west of France. One of the most beautiful departments in France, it was originally named the Basses-Pyrenees and was one of the first of the 83 departments created during the French revolution.Read more...
Fast-track or slow-lane – residency options in Cyprus!
Cyprus is a trailblazer when it comes to residency schemes for non-EU nationals like Britons. The fastest and most comprehensive route to permanent residency there is through its Permanent Residency by Investment Programme. Your other option is via the Category F route, which takes longer but is more affordable. In both cases, applicants cannot be employed in Cyprus and must prove a certain level of income. For each, we outline the key considerations and pick some suitable – and appealing – properties!Read more...
How to apply for French Nationality
Since Brexit, all that is legally required to remain living in France is a valid residency card. However, there are potential advantages to becoming a naturalised French Citizen. And whilst it is by no means a pre-requisite to live the rest of your days in France, many expats do ultimately choose to apply for French Nationality for a variety of different reasons.Read more...
Stable but solid house price rises in Spain
If you’re looking to buy a home in Spain soon, you may wish to know what is going on with the Spanish property market. We bring you the latest news.Read more...
How ancient Greek architecture influenced modern homes
When you choose a home in Greece the design of the property has come down from millennia of architectural tradition. Homes are built to withstand the demands of the sea, sun and intense heat of summer. And they look beautiful. So what are the influences of Greek architecture and what should you look out for?Read more...
10 property features to keep you cool in a heatwave
With Italian summers getting hotter and power getting more expensive, discover 10 natural and affordable property features to keep you cool in a hot summer.Read more...
Job shortage in Spain opens doors for non-EU citizens
It is not only the UK that is suffering from a labour shortage. Spain too needs more workers, and last month the Security and Migration minister, Jose Luis Escriva, announced that requirements and rules for work permits will be eased.Read more...
Why tennis lovers buy property in Miami
Miami is more than just a playground of the rich and famous, it’s a sporting hotspot, beloved by the world’s tennis elite from Fred Perry to Serena Williams. See their homes in Miami and the tennis property in Florida that you can buy.Read more...
The most beautiful villages in France 2022
There are so many beautiful villages in France! However, the Association called “Les Plus Beaux Villages de France” holds a particular cachet for any village included in it. We look at four stunning villages from the 2022 list.Read more...