Property Guides 
Portugal’s Golden Visa: invest your way to residency
If you want to live in Portugal post-Brexit, some things have changed. British people are now considered “third-country nationals” in EU member states. This means that we no longer have freedom of movement within the Schengen zone and can only spend 90 days there, within a 180-day period.Read more...
GHIC: Your post-Brexit healthcare in Portugal
Planning on travelling to Portugal once things get better? Brexit has raised a lot of questions, but thankfully, there is one less thing to worry about now: healthcare. Introducing the GHIC…Read more...
The 5 best places to surf in Portugal (and buy a home)
This article on places to surf in Portugal introduces five sunny and windswept destinations that are ideal places to move to.Read more...
How to Retire to Italy after Brexit
Retiring to Italy after Brexit is still possible, it just requires more planning and paperwork. Here is what you need to be able to stop working and make that dream move to Italy.Read more...
Tuscany for lovers: Where to buy for nature lovers, art lovers and coastal lovers
Tuscany is renowned for its idyllic landscapes, world-class art and pristine Mediterranean coastline. This gorgeous region situated in central Italy is perfect for walkers, beach lovers and art enthusiasts. Whatever sets your soul on fire, Tuscany will no doubt exceed your expectations.Read more...
10 reasonably priced properties in Spain
If you’re looking for a reasonably priced holiday home – or retirement property – in Spain, the 10 we have selected here are a little special. Property in Spain has never been expensive compared to similar Mediterranean hotspots, but the evidence is that it is particularly affordable right now. With 55,000 properties on our Spanish listings, and the search function now improved, it may be time for you to take another look, if you haven’t for a while. In the meantime, these ten gorgeous and amazingly affordable homes will whet your appetite… Costa Blanca golf for €69,000 Now this is the life! YRead more...
5 things you need to know as the owner of a holiday home in Spain, from taxes to utilities
Now you have found your perfect holiday home in Spain, it’s time to sort out the practicalities. This can seem like a daunting task, especially if you don’t know much Spanish. How do you go about setting up utilities? What taxes do you need to pay as a non-resident? What is the easiest way to make friends?Read more...
5 things you need to know as the owner of a holiday home in Spain, from taxes to utilities
Now you have found your perfect holiday home in Spain, it’s time to sort out the practicalities. This can seem like a daunting task, especially if you don’t know much Spanish. How do you go about setting up utilities? What taxes do you need to pay as a non-resident? What is the easiest way to make friends?Read more...
GHIC: Your post-Brexit healthcare in France
There has been a lot of speculation over whether Brits will be able to access French healthcare after Brexit. Thankfully, we have some reassuring news! The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is being replaced with a Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC). This means that Brits travelling to France, and indeed all EU countries, will still be able to receive free, or cheaper, state-provided medical care.Read more...
“Our one-year-old was sick in the agent’s car.. but that didn’t stop us falling in love with our Spanish home!”
For married couple Steve and Ailsa, the idea of owning a holiday home in Spain had always been something they’d dreamed of. Ailsa loved learning new languages – having studied linguistics at university – and had recently taken up Spanish lessons. But, with two young children and little knowledge of the overseas buying process, they were unsure where to even start.Read more...
Moving to France after Brexit: what has changed?
A Brexit trade deal has finally been secured and the UK is no longer a part of the European Union. In practice, this raises a lot of questions for those moving to France after Brexit – will you need a visa? What about residency and healthcare? We endeavour to cover the main points, from visas to buying your dream property.Read more...