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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.
Spend your autumns in sunny Seville
Seville has been called ‘Europe’s most walkable city’ and ‘ideal for an autumn break’. Discover this amazing Andalusian city and why it could be the place to look for your overseas home. Plus, see our choice of homes for sale there.Read more...
Greece officially raise golden visa minimum spend in certain areas
It has been on our lips for a while, but now it is officially true, Greece have raised the minimum spend requirement for a golden visa in certain areas. If this visa is now out of reach for you, we offer alternatives.Read more...
6 reasons to buy property in France right now
Reports show the number of Brits with second homes in France dropping for the first time in a decade. However, there are many reasons to buy property in France now. In fact, many of those once-owning holiday homes have decided to jump right in and are living here as permanent residents. Perhaps accelerated by the COVID pandemic, embracing the “life is too short” philosophy.Read more...
Property price growth slows in Northern Ireland
After what seems like an age of increasing property prices, the luck of the Irish is back as home prices are now seeing a ‘gradual slowdown’ across Ireland.Read more...
Spain general election 2023: results, markets and currency
Spain’s recent snap general election has resulted in a deadlock. We look at the impact that this has had on markets in Spain. Plus, how to protect your own budget in Spain in times of political uncertainty.Read more...
Europe’s largest casino, the City of Dreams resort, opens in Cyprus
A groundbreaking resort featuring Europe’s largest casino and a host of other world-class facilities has just opened in Limassol. Akin to something you might find in Dubai or Vegas, this stunning development will add to the experience of local homeowners and help boost both Cyprus’s economy and international profile as a premium, year-round destination. We take a closer look…Read more...
Canada welcomes digital nomads
Currently, you can be a remote worker in Canada on a visitor visa. But the Canadian government have plans to make the country an even more attractive place for digital nomads. And if you work in tech, they are particularly keen to have you.Read more...
Optimistic prospects for Brits buying second homes in France
A new report from the English Housing Survey, covering the years 2021-2022 has revealed that the number of Brits with second homes in France has dropped for the first time in a decade.Read more...
The French August shutdown: fact or fiction?
France is famous for many things. Baguettes, good food and good wine. But also the infamous French August shutdown. It is said that every year, the whole of France shuts down during this time when everyone chooses to take their summer holidays at the same time. But in the present day, is it really true? Or even possible? Or is it simply another urban myth?Read more...
Staying cool in a Spainsh heat wave
As Spain endures its second heat wave of the summer, Sally, our resident writer there, shares her tips for coping with the high temperatures.Read more...
Valencia: the UK’s favourite European coastal destination
If you are drawn to buying a property overseas because you want to be on an endless holiday, then you will be keen to see the results of the Which? survey. They asked 3,500 people where their favourite European coastal destination was. Valencia came out on top, beating many more well-known destinations. Plus, see our pick of Valencia city apartments.Read more...