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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.
A year on from Brexit, what’s changed?
Brexit, schmexit: a year after the transition period ended Brits are buying homes and planning exciting retirements in our favourite European destinations just like we always did. Processes have been smoothed out, a host of professionals are on hand to help us fill in the forms and the welcome is as warm as ever. We look at some of the key developments over the past 12 months.Read more...
Moving to Carvoeiro: a guide to the town and surrounding area
Picture-postcard Carvoeiro delivers the ideal that most people visualise when considering a life in Portugal’s Algarve: Azure sky, sparkling sea, and a perfect cove beach surrounded by whitewashed villas. In this guide, we look at the many benefits of moving to Carvoeiro.Read more...
The beautiful department of the Haute Garonne
The Haute Garonne is one of the loveliest departments of mid France. Named after the river Garonne, it used to be in the Midi Pyrenees region, but now forms part of the huge area of Occitanie. We have picked 5 lovely towns and villages for you here which would be great in which to buy property.Read more...
France’s ‘winter truce’ began this week
As of November 1, France’s annual ‘winter truce’, or trêve hivernale, started and will continue until March 31. But what is it and how does it impact property buyers?Read more...
You loved the movie, now buy the house!
Ever watched a movie and thought “I’d love to live there”? Being somewhat photogenic, Italy has been the luscious backdrop for dozens of movie greats. But where are they? Let us take you on a trip to Italy’s most famous film sets… No matter how weak the story line, I can watch a film showing Italy, over and over again, just to see the Italian locations. I watched Inferno just after visiting Florence, and spent most of the film spotting places I’d seen. “Look there’s the Boboli gardens, the font in the baptistery, and Palazzo Vecchio”.Read more...
If you love Tuscany, you will also love Umbria
If you are searching for a scenic location rich in history and art, where your budget will stretch to a property larger than a bedsit in Florence, then Umbria is just the place. Just like neighbouring Tuscany you will find rolling hills, vineyards, olive groves, woods, lakes, rivers and mountains. There are country lanes bordered with cypress trees, and charming hill top villages to explore. No wonder, the Umbria tourism website , refers to it as the “Green heart of Italy” (Cuone verde d’italia)Read more...
9 out of 10 expats recommend moving to Cyprus, according to new survey
Cyprus has ranked among the best countries in the world for quality of life, with 9 in 10 expats recommending moving there, according to a new expat survey.Read more...
How Spain plans to transform its economy after Covid
The Spanish government has revealed plans to transform the country’s economy via €70bn of grants from the EU’s coronavirus recovery fund.Read more...
Highlights and hotspots of Florida’s north-east coast
While plenty of international buyers flock to the theme parks of central Florida, all too many miss the glorious beach life of the north-east coast. Here you’ll find art and culture, exciting watersports (and motor sports), astronauts, beach resorts and some of the most glorious coastline in the world. And all just an hour’s drive from DisneyWorld!Read more...
Is this the future of property exhibitions?
A virtual property exhibition is the perfect launchpad for your plans, with all the benefits and none of the hassles of an old-style event. For answers to your questions about buying abroad, plus useful contacts, they’re a great first step to a successful overseas property purchase.Read more...
How is the ski property market faring in France?
As we approach the 2021/22 ski season, many property buyers will be wondering if and where they should buy their perfect home on the slopes. We update you on how French ski resorts have fared so far this year.Read more...