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Scarlett Murray

Scarlett's love for writing started with an English degree at the University of Bristol. Currently, she is studying for her MA in Creative Writing at Birkbeck University. Scarlett has worked as a content writer for a children’s book company, Little Box of Books. Following that, she had a brief stint as a podcast editor for The Rest is History. Alongside this, Scarlett writes on her experiences of having a physical disability, cerebral palsy. She is an ambassador for UP – The Adult Cerebral Palsy Movement. Her writing has been published by Scope, the Royal College of Midwives, and the Royal Society of Medicine. Having an Australian mother meant that Scarlett spent every childhood Christmas in the sunshine, this incensed her to write for Your Overseas Home.

Articles by Scarlett Murray

Why spring is a great time for your viewing trip to Greece

With a winning combination of an increase in the number of direct flights from the UK to Greece and pleasant, warm weather, we discuss why spring is an ideal time for going on a viewing trip and setting your property plans in motion. 

How do mortgages work in Spain?

A crucial part of the buying process in Spain is looking into mortgages. But getting a mortgage overseas can seem daunting and complicated. Is it even possible to get a mortgage in Spain as a non-resident? Yes, it is! Here are the answers to your most pressing questions on getting a Spanish mortgage.  

5 terrific Toronto areas to own a home

Do you have visions of yourself in Toronto? From the inspiring natural scenes of Scarborough to the cosmopolitan streets of Queen West, we go through five fabulous locations in Toronto to buy a home in. We end on a brief look at the property market in Toronto.