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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.
What does the new energy-efficiency law mean for buyers in France?
To sell a property in France, the seller legally has to provide up-to-date energy ratings before it can go on the market. This is known as the “Diagnostic de Performance Énergétique” in France or DPE. The other ratings on gas (if applicable), electricity, natural risks, termites, lead and asbestos, must be done before the property is sold. This is termed as “dossier de diagnostic technique” (DDT).Read more...
Should you worry about France’s second home tax?
Certain parts of the press have been full of outrage over, as the Daily Mail put it: “Macron destroying the dream of owning a holiday home in France”. So, how worried should you be about increases to France’s second homes tax?Read more...
Our easy to read guide to the Rugby World Cup
One way to immerse yourself in French life is to show an interest in one of the nation’s favourite sport – rugby! With the Rugby World Cup here, we delve into the best stadiums to enjoy the sport.Read more...
Tourism in Italy soars along with its growing rental market
Tourists have always loved Italy for its artistic richness, historic architecture, beautiful landscape and excellent food and wine. It’s a wonderous place, able to trigger many emotions. When you see how passionate the Italians are about their cultural events, and recipes handed down through generations, you can’t help but feel love for the place.Read more...
Accès Libre: New guide to disability-accessible places in France
The French government has finally launched a brand-new guide to accessible places in France, particularly for wheelchairs and those with disabilities.Read more...
Grab a tomato and paint the town red
Today, August 30th, Spain celebrated its 76th annual La Tomatina festival. Find out how to unleash your inner tomato thrower…Read more...
7 headlines on the Cyprus property market
Property markets in the UK and much of Europe are stagnant or in decline right now, but not so in Cyprus. Recent data show that both prices and rental values on Aphrodite’s Isle were on the up in the first half of the year, with the number of homes being sold rising too.Read more...
Property market outlook: When will US homes be more affordable?
The US housing market is a hot topic at the moment, with analysts sharing expectations for house prices to cool in the coming months.Read more...
How France is coping with the latest wildfires
Wildfires have been very much in the news in many parts of the world. France is no stranger to wildfires, particularly at this time of the year when so often there are drought-like conditions coupled with strong winds. However, this year is currently seeing extremely hot temperatures and due to this and other factors such as climate change and little rain, the risk of wildfires seems to have increased.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...