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Med Games in the Algarve, times up for tax break and other snippets
A round-up of the latest news from Portugal: excitement for the Med Games 2027, a property market update, changes to tax breaks and more.Read more...
How to buy a holiday home with family (without falling out!)
A farmhouse with land in the Dordogne, an apartment in a historic Andalusian town, a stylish duplex by the sea in Queensland or a villa and pool in Florida… A holiday home’s a dream come true for many of us. But it can appear far off. Putting up the money for a second home overseas is a big financial investment – and seemingly impossible for a lot of us. However, there is a way: have you considered buying a holiday home with family or friends?Read more...
Property in Spain recovers as prices rise
With Spain’s economy continuing to improve, the market for property in Spain is recovering well. However, prices have not yet reached the pre-crisis level of 2007. Figures for the 2nd quarter of 2018 are very encouraging and it seems the British have not been put off by Brexit. In fact, they are still buying more property in Spain than other nationality.Read more...
Where are the hotspots for property in Italy?
Owning a property in Italy is a dream for many of us, whether it’s a rural Tuscan farmhouse or a historic apartment in the centre of Rome or Florence. The Italian real estate market is still looking accessible to buyers, but prices are slowly rising – so now is a great time to purchase.Read more...
Where to purchase property in Australia?
Australia’s been known as an expensive location for real estate. However, the good news in 2018 for international buyers is that prices are getting slightly lower in many regions. In this property update, we have a look at where the property hotspots for you are and what you can expect if you’re hoping to purchase property in Australia.Read more...
Are you eligible to reclaim overpayments on your Spanish mortgage?
If you have or had a mortgage in Spain, you may be eligible to reclaim any overpayments resulting from “abusive clauses”. In recent years many mortgage clauses have been declared abusive according to a ruling by the European Court of Justice.Read more...
Property market in Greece strengthens in 2018
With Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again opening this week, plenty of us will be dreaming once again of owning a home in Greece. Whether for a holiday or permanent move, it’s easy to see why many of us will be looking into the property market in Greece. With some of the world’s greatest beaches, healthy and delicious cuisine and the sunniest weather in Europe, the country’s Mediterranean lifestyle feels like the very essence of what life should be about.Read more...
Your latest news from Spain
Just when you though Spain couldn’t get any more desirable, income taxes are cut, class sizes reduced and pensioners provided with free prescriptions.Read more...
Should you ever buy a holiday home while on holiday?
Should you ever buy an overseas property while on holiday? Your bank manager might say no. Or indeed, “Noooo!!”But there are good reasons, including financial reasons, to start the processes of buying abroad while you’re out there. You just have to be careful. Here is how to buy a holiday home, safely.Read more...
New Zealand property prices rising
British expats have long been one of the biggest buyers of New Zealand property, lured by its laid-back lifestyle, stunning nature and mild climate. In 2017, 6,371 Britons made the move.Read more...
Prices stabilise in the Irish property market
Things are looking very good for Ireland’s economy right now. The country is benefiting across the board from increased international interest, and domestic demand for goods and services is up. Today, we’re taking a look at how the Irish property market is performing to help inform your decision to buy in Ireland in 2018.Read more...