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Portuguese government plans to scrap the Non-Habitual Residency scheme
The non-habitual residency scheme is a popular residency option for those wishing to live in Portugal. It allows international residents an opportunity to pay a lower, flat tax rate on their Portuguese income and no tax on foreign income, including pensions.Read more...
10 ways to enjoy your new life in la Nouvelle Aquitaine
The outdoor lifestyle in France is one of the biggest attractions for people looking to move here permanently. Whatever your situation, or your likes or dislikes, with the range of activities on offer here there is always something for everyone!Read more...
Can you work remotely – and efficiently – from Italy’s countryside?
Can you work online from the Italian countryside? Over the past year many of us have adapted to working from home, with varying degrees of success! The growth in smart working has had two interesting effects. Firstly, it has increased the demand for homes out of the city, with space to work and enjoy a healthy outdoor lifestyle. Secondly, it has led many of us to rethink our plans for moving abroad. After all, why shouldn’t “home” be in the Italian countryside? For the second point, please refer to our visa and residency pages. Essentially, you can stay in the European UnionRead more...
5 quirky Spanish beach towns
Spain enjoys over 3,000 miles of coastline and has more Blue Flag beaches than any other country! With beautiful coastal towns in abundance, it can be tricky to narrow down your property search.Read more...
Full steam ahead on post-Covid travel to Italy
Italy is using part of its multi-billion euro Covid recovery fund to speed up transport services. While most of that will be on high-speed lines, nearly half a billion euros will be spent reopening train lines to more remote villages, including bringing steam engines back to tourist lines. It all adds up to a significant boost for those looking for a new life, or a holiday home in Italy, whether in the cities or the countryside.Read more...
Affordable retirement spots on the Cote d’Azur
The Cote d’Azur, often known as the French Riviera, has always been one of the most desirable parts of France in which to buy property. The very name seems to conjure up an image of sun drenched sandy beaches, sophisticated towns, beautiful ancient villages and probably ports full of glamorous yachts.Read more...
An update from Cyprus: Discovering beautiful nature trails
Hi there! Here’s my latest update on the beautiful country of Cyprus.Read more...
7 things you need to know when house hunting in Portugal
Every country has its quirks – and Portugal is no different and if you’re house-hunting in Portugal, it’s certainly helps to understand those quirks.Read more...
What to look for in a French seaside town
What’s not to love about a French seaside town? Featuring bustling quays teeming with stands selling the local catch, colourful seafront properties and top-notch restaurants, French coastal resorts are the real deal when it comes to an atmospheric escape or a bolt-hole from city life.Read more...
Five of the best villages in la Nouvelle Aquitaine
La Nouvelle Aquitaine is the largest region in France in terms of area, created in 2014 when the Aquitaine, Limousin and Poitou-Charentes all merged together. As well as having some wonderful cities and towns such as Bordeaux, Limoges, La Rochelle and Pau, there are some beautiful villages here too, hugely popular with expats and second home owners.Read more...
A home in Andalusia’s Golden Triangle
Andalusia covers almost the entire bottom quarter of Spain. Moreover, for many it’s the “real” Spain, of flamenco, tapas, the Alhambra, lilting guitars and fighting bulls, and, of course, the Costa del Sol.Read more...