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Read the latest property news from all around the world from our expert writers located all over the world. Get the latest on buying, travel, emigration, retirement and much more. Whether you are buying a sunny property to spend your summers, or making a big move abroad you will find everything you need to know here.
Trains. Better aren’t they?
Is there a more comfortable way to travel abroad than by train? Not forgetting it is greener than flying and driving, so it’s guilt-free too. We make a case for using Europe’s praiseworthy rail network for trans-continental travel, including trips to your second home in the sun – even if you do it just occasionally!Read more...
James Bond, special estate agent with a licence to sell.
If, while James Bond is busy saving the world, you’re more interested in the gorgeous houses and gardens behind him, you really should be buying a home in Italy. Here are the top five Italian mountain, canal and lakeside properties from the Bond movies. Pssst, one is for sale, but don’t tell the Russians!Read more...
Portugal’s popularity with overseas visitors knows no bounds
There’s no denying that Portugal experienced some hard times in the wake of the financial crisis. It’s therefore extremely satisfying to see the country’s run of good news stories continue.Read more...
Your 10 steps to a Disneyworld home in 2017
Want to buy a home near Disneyworld Florida but worried it’s all too complicated? Don’t worry, it’s child’s play with our ten-step plan.Read more...
Sid swapped the East End for luxury in France. Could you?
The actor who plays one of Eastenders less sophisticated but always popular characters, Ricky Butcher, was featured in Through the Keyhole at the weekend. Much to the surprise of some viewers, Sid Owen was shown to have an amazing house in France. It just goes to show the difference in buying power between the UK and France.Read more...
The Italian property market is looking hot for 2017
Rising demand for Italian property looks likely to fuel price rises in 2017. This could be the time to make your move whether for investment or a holiday homeRead more...
Our top 20 favourite global cities
The world’s cites are getting bigger, higher and richer. They are also getting more powerful, with city mayors an increasing political force in opposition to national governments, as we have seen in London, Barcelona and New York. If we can’t beat them, many of us are joining them. The United Nations says that 54 percent of the world’s population live in urban areas now and that will increase to 67 percent by 2050. For international property investors, cities are easy to research, to buy in and to sell in, with the extra possibility of long- and short-term rental potential all year. For anyoneRead more...
‘Gîte’ the most from your French purchase in 2017
Do your plans for 2017 include running a gîte in France? If so, read these seven pointers to get you startedRead more...
Spain’s new austerity budget – where will it hit you?
The new Spanish government has finally managed to announce a budget and it’s good news if you are on the minimum wage or read books online while drinking wine. It’s bad news for almost everyone else thoughRead more...
Italy’s forgotten villages – buy your piece of history!
Italy’s countryside is dotted with ancient villages crying out to be resurrected and repopulated. Could one be right up your street?Read more...
The Italian referendum result is in and Matteo Renzi is out
Italy woke up this morning to a political hangover. The populist rising against the ruling elite has claimed another scalp but what does this mean for the euro and for your property purchase in Italy?Read more...