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Read the latest property news from all around the world from our expert writers located all over the world. Get the latest on buying, travel, emigration, retirement and much more. Whether you are buying a sunny property to spend your summers, or making a big move abroad you will find everything you need to know here.
US home prices: what’s going on?
If you’ve just come back to the US property market after 18 months away, you may be in for a shock. In what’s been described as a “market frenzy”, prices have been rising at their fastest rate for 30 years. So is it best to avoid buying US property for a while? Not necessarily, say the experts, momentum has been building for a while and shows no sign of waning. Moreover, the US is only slightly ahead of the UK…Read more...
A French home without the hassle
“I’d love to own a French home, if only someone would sort it all out for me!” 5 ways in which co-ownership can be the simpler, better way to own a second home in France.Read more...
Flights to restart to USA
The US and UK governments have announced that travel to the US will restart for the general public and non-US residents from early November after almost 20 months. But what has changed and what is open to do in our favourite US state, Florida?Read more...
Discovering the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region
The fabulous Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region is like a miniature version of France, jam-packed into a tenth of the area of the entire country. In this guide, you’ll find out why so many expats have found their chez nous in this stunning and multi-faceted region.Read more...
I’m travelling to Spain soon – here’s what I had to do
After two years away from my property in Spain, I am finally travelling there this weekend! Although the build up to this holiday has been exciting, I’m sure I’m not the only one who has been a little put off travelling abroad by the thought of doing (and potentially forgetting!) all the tests and forms that both Spain and the UK require.Read more...
The latest news in Spain: New driving rules, toll-free motorways and covid-19 relaxation
September in Spain is when life returns to normal after a hot and busy summer. Despite Covid-19, this year has been no exception and the children are now back at school, businesses are open and we are looking forward to cooler days.Read more...
Home prices start to rise as golden visa deadline looms
With just under four months until Portugal’s golden visa rules tighten, buyers are heading to the Algarve and cities. What they’re finding is prices just starting to rise, but from a highly affordable base.Read more...
Pays d’Uzes and the Pont du Gard: a stunning area in the south of France
The Pays d’Uzes and Pont du Gard area is a slightly lesser known (but nonetheless beautiful) part of Provence. Situated in the department of the Gard, the area boasts several wonderful villages and small towns, is steeped in history and would be the perfect place to buy a holiday home.Read more...
Can I become self employed in Italy?
For the self-employed (or those considering becoming self-employed), Italy offers a wonderful quality of life. There are, of course, logistics to get your head around, but once you do, a life of sunshine, great food and brilliant beaches await you.Read more...
Living in the wine regions of Provence
Provence is one of the loveliest and most popular regions of France. The very word conjures up a vision of fields of lavender, charming villages, cosy restaurants with checked table cloths, gorgeous sandy beaches, a laid back lifestyle and, of course, sampling the Provencal cuisine and wine.Read more...
Moving to Faro: A guide to the Algarve’s capital
Many people pass through Faro when visiting the Algarve but don’t check out the city. Once you discover its charms, you may even consider moving to Faro!Read more...