Property Guides 
Where to buy in the city of Málaga
It’s one of Spain’s coolest cities, with beaches, art, nightlife, and an amazing culinary scene and cafe culture. Plus, the sun shines here twice as much as in the UK! But where should you buy a property in the city of Málaga, and what will you pay?Read more...
7 easy ways to make new friends in Greece
If you have moved to Greece recently you may be wondering how you can make new friends. This could be difficult if you don’t speak the language, but it isn’t impossible if you make an effort to get out and about.Read more...
Brexit update: Boris signals softening on controls
The British Prime Minister’s mention this week that his government is planning to abandon the plan to ensure all EU migrants to the UK must be coming for jobs paying over £30,000 suggests that “freedom of movement” could be less of an issue than anticipated for those moving to Italy. Indeed, for most people looking for a new life in Italy, Brexit shouldn’t be the end of your plans, but just the start!Read more...
Want to stay “brain healthy”? Then buy abroad!
Did your New Year’s resolution list this year include learning a second language? If not and you’re planning to relocate overseas or already living in a new country, perhaps it should have. The good news is that it’s never too late to start!Read more...
Your 10 favourite Italian regions for buying
What areas of Italy have you been focusing your property search on? According to our 2019 website data these are the Top 10 most popular regions. Has your favourite region made the list?Read more...
Let’s retire to Puglia
If you are looking for a sunny piece of Italy that is affordable, easy to get to, and offers a healthy Mediterranean lifestyle, then the region of Puglia is a superb choice.Read more...
What can you buy in Portugal for the price of the average UK house?
Portugal’s property market is booming, and yet prices in many areas are still below their UK equivalent. The average British home costs £230,000, or around €250,000 and, for that, you’ll be looking at a small semi-detached home. In Portugal, you could find yourself by the beach, in a swish modern apartment, or a historic farmhouse in the countryside.Read more...
Where are the best places to move to Portugal for families?
It easy to quickly gain a sense of how life is in Portugal for families. Visit any local restaurant on a summer evening and you’ll see children dining with the adults. They’re often there until way past a British “bed time!” Many people hark back to those times when children went out alone to play with their friends, heading back only as darkness fell. In many parts of Portugal, it can still feel like that. It’s therefore unsurprising that many people consider Portugal an interesting place to move with their families.Read more...
Holiday lettings in France
Buying a property that will earn its keep as a holiday letting in France is a big part of many British buyer’s ‘French dream’. Some buyers hope to fund their new French lifestyle by buying a home with an annex to convert to a gîte and earn some extra income. How viable is that and what are the opportunities and challenges of running such a business?Read more...
Running a guesthouse in southern France
One lunchtime after a large glass of wine, Dr Phill Edwards suggested to his partner that they sold up in Clapham and rented whilst searching the perfect location for their dream guest house business.Read more...
Spain more popular than ever….
New data shows that the British love affair with Spain shows no sign of abating, and Brexit isn’t going to get in our way! Spain also won plaudits as one of the top ten places in the world to retire, with its healthcare and lifestyle particularly praised.Read more...