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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.
How Spain is crafting a greener future
Could Spain take a leaf out of France’s book and put an end to short-haul flights? What other initiatives is Spain thinking up for a greener future? Our resident writer, Sally, takes a look.Read more...
A success story: Greece’s high-end property market
We look at why Greece’s high-end property market grows from strength to strength. Plus, a glance at our own high-end homes.Read more...
What’s going on with the Portugal Golden Visa?
Since its launch in 2012, the Portugal Golden Visa program has attracted around 12,000 investors and generated over €6 billion inward investment for the country. However, in February 2023, Portuguese Prime Minister Antonio Costa announced his intention to scrap the scheme, citing the need to “fight against price speculation in real estate”.Read more...
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...
Marbella is fast evolving as a luxury region
Property prices in Marbella are soaring thanks to increasing interest from overseas buyers. We uncover why Marbella is such a hotspot.Read more...
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...
Spain’s summer news round-up
From a change to the temporary residency rule to a new British mayor in Mallorca, here is a round-up of the latest news from Spain. Not least of all, the snap General Election to be held on Sunday, July 23rd.Read more...
Spain’s summer news round-up
From a change to the temporary residency rule to a new British mayor in Mallorca, here is a round-up of the latest news from Spain. Not least of all, the snap General Election to be held on Sunday, July 23rd.Read more...
Reduced VAT rates for homes in Cyprus
On Thursday 29th July the plenary session of the Cyprus Parliament passed a law allowing for a 5% reduction in the VAT rate on the first 130 square metres of homes in Cyprus.Read more...
France’s property market: summer update
After a reasonable start to the year, predictions from many estate agents and notaries for the French property market are finally starting to come true, with demand starting to even out and price rises moderating, following record sales figures post Covid.Read more...
“It’s like having your own Van Gogh hanging outside the window”
A business relationship forged in the tension and excitement of a live TV news studio has taken a more relaxed turn. Friends and colleagues Sian and Sarah bought a flat in Arles together. But buying a new build off-plan, and with the finances reliant on rentals, how can they ensure that their investment in rental property in Arles remains a good news story?Read more...