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Australia announces changes to working holiday visa
Working holiday visas are a popular – and fun – way for expats below a certain age to sample the famous Australian lifestyle! New rules kicked in this month, making them even more accessible – we take a closer look and suggest alternative options for those who don’t qualify.Read more...
Security boost for Portuguese airports
A project is underway to boost security at Portugal’s airports as the country emphasises its status as a safe haven for home buyers and tourists.Read more...
Cyprus property market turns the corner
Property in the Republic of Cyprus as a whole rose fractionally in late 2016, the first such rise since 2009. Led by Paphos, the recovery of Cyprus as a property buying hotspot looks assured, as plans for new developments begin to take shape.Read more...
Florida market update – will the rises of 2016 continue?
The real estate market in Florida ended 2016 on a high, according to statistics from its Realtor Association. We take a closer look…Read more...
Spanish bank sells 2,200 properties at 40% discount
The bank responsible for disposing of many of Spain’s foreclosed and bankrupt property stock is selling a new slice of 2,200 homes at up to 40% discounts. They are a range of residential properties in various locations around Spain including large cities and small towns on the coast. There are also around 700 commercial premises.Read more...
How to get a French passport
Long-term British residents in France are rushing to get French citizenship ahead of Britain leaving the European Union. But how easy is it?Read more...
Spain expats “will not be affected” by Brexit – Spanish PM
Spanish property is best for young buyers, Brits will be welcome post Brexit, and Spain leads the world in cancer treatments. It’s the news round-up from Spain.Read more...
Le Pen promises to cut inheritance tax
French presidential candidate Marine Le Pen has promised to cut inheritance tax in France. In a long document outlining 144 actions on her election (“because God made the world in 144 hours”), the National Front leader makes a clear bid for the votes of the middle class. But what are the rules today?Read more...
Valencia – what’s not to love?
Valencia is a city on the up, with increasing numbers of foreigners buying into its authentic Spanish charm and relaxed city lifestyle.Read more...
Golf property in Portugal’s Algarve
2016 was a record year for golf tourism in the Algarve, reinforcing one of its key attractions to foreign buyers there. If you’re looking for a home by the fairway, is it worth looking anywhere else?Read more...
Portuguese unemployment falls as economy rises
GDP up, unemployment down, record tourist numbers, the data suggests the country is finally turning the corner.Read more...