Property Guides

Adventurer or city slicker… where in New Zealand best suits your lifestyle?

When it comes to moving overseas, there’s so much to consider when choosing where to settle down. Obviously the more practical things come first, such as proximity to schools and career opportunities, however there’s more to life than work! That’s why we’ve found the best areas for every New Zealand lifestyle.

Top 5 French villages with a buzz

What comes to your mind when you think of a picturesque lively ancient French village? Perhaps pavement cafes, timber framed buildings, cobbled streets, local art, a market, the smell of freshly baked bread emanating from the local boulangerie? What about affordable property? Let’s take a look at some beautiful villages with a buzz and find you your dream home in the process!
Seven surprisingly affordable Mediterranean coastlines

Seven surprisingly affordable Mediterranean coastlines

If you’re dreaming of that perfect beachfront pad, you might be surprised to know how affordable it could be – as long as you know where to look. This week, I’m discovering some of the Mediterranean’s top spots to buy a seafront home without breaking the bank, whether you want a traditional fishing village or a bustling resort.
The step-by-step route to your perfect overseas location

The step-by-step route to your perfect overseas location

How do you find your perfect overseas location? If you’ve returned from your summer holidays feeling inspired to buy a home abroad, here’s where you start planning! At the Overseas Guides Company, we believe in doing things methodically. It’s the only way when you’ve got a project as big as buying a home abroad. Just break it down into convenient steps and you’ll soon be there.

Finding your perfect home in the Charente

Nestled in South West France lies the department of Charente. Boasting fantastic weather and countryside, it also offers great value for money when property searching. Whether you’re looking for a bustling and lively or more rural pace of life this diverse area has loads to offer. But how to decide where to live in the Charente?