Property Guides

Mortgage approvals in Ireland soar in 2017

Official data shows that approvals and loan amounts are on the rise in Ireland. An upward trend that isn’t showing any signs of slowing. But that doesn’t mean we’re even approaching a housing bubble, says Irish banking boss.

Beat Brexit: buy a property in Cyprus

The residence for investment programmes – the so-called Golden Visas – introduced in Cyprus offer property buyers and their families the chance to obtain permanent residency for as little as €300,000. Alternatively, you could become a citizen for a €2 million investment. All you have to do is buy a property and visit every now and then.

Up, down or sideways: which way for NZ property prices?

If you think the UK housing market is a little over-valued, our cousins in New Zealand are having similar concerns. The news suggests, however, that property prices are still on the up, as are tens of thousands of new homes.

Renting in Spain – your questions answered

The Spanish rental market offers strong protection, long contracts if you want them and reasonable prices, even in popular coastal areas. As a base for property hunting and an escape from the British winter, it’s a popular choice.

Buying a country house in Italy

If you have been watching the BBC 2 TV series, “Second Chance Summer: Tuscany”, and feel that life in the Italian countryside is for you, then Italy Property Guides can help you begin your search.

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