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Hope for British holiday-home owners in France
British holiday-home owners affected by the 90-day rule post-Brexit, were offered a glimmer of hope this week. This light came with proposed plans allowing for more flexible visas and freedom to spend lengthened time at their properties.Read more...
Brexit-proof your move to Italy – deal or no deal!
Time’s running out on Brexit, but is it really going to be over for British people buying in Italy? Media hype makes many think so, but British buyers in Italy have risen by over 14% in the last year. They know something the others don’t – and that something is how to ‘Brexit-proof’ their plans. They know how to move to Italy whatever happens, and they’re already planning how to do it.Read more...
‘Brexit-proof’ your move to Portugal – deal or no deal!
The clock’s ticking on Brexit – but is the door really about to close for Brits starting a new life in the sun out here in Portugal? There’s a lot of hype going around, but 1 in 10 foreign investors is from the UK – so what’s their secret?Read more...
‘Brexit-proof’ your move to Spain – deal or no deal!
The clock’s ticking on Brexit – but is it really ‘time up’ for Brits relocating here to sunny Spain? The media would have you think so. However, British buyers actually increased by 16% this year, so what do they know that others don’t?Read more...
‘Brexit-proof’ your move overseas – deal or no deal!
The deadline’s getting ever closer on Brexit, but is it really going to mean that time’s up on your dreams of moving overseas? There’s a lot of hype and sensationalism in the media, but the numbers of British buying properties abroad is up in many regions – so what do they know that others don’t? Is it possible to move to Europe after Brexit?Read more...
France’s stable property market is a huge opportunity during Brexit
We’re entering into one of the busiest periods of the year for overseas property, and, even though the Brexit deadline’s in just three months, the number of buyers from the UK is actually growing. It’s no wonder when you consider how stable the market is in France: it’s a huge opportunity in a time of uncertainty back home. Even with a no-deal Brexit, British buyers will still be able to purchase here, so the French property market in 2019 is looking full of promise! Here’s your round-up of what happened last year and what’s coming up.Read more...
News update: New airport opens in Murcia; new investment in property in Mijas
There’s a lot going on in Spain this week – Murcia’s new airport will have its grand opening, while construction giant Quabit is to invest €23.7 million into 700 homes in Mijas. The Costa Blanca’s also set for a tourism record, with more visitors than ever before – a strong sign for anyone looking to invest in holiday lets here.Read more...
What can you buy in Greece for €150,000?
Moving to Greece might seem like just a dream, but that ideal home by the beach or in a mountain village is much more affordable than many think. For less than the price of an average British property, you can get yourself a beautiful detached home in the sun. This week, we’re looking at what you can buy in Greece for just €150,000.Read more...
News update: Property tax breaks, steady house price growth and deal on Montijo airport
Happy New Year from our Vilamoura office! As the sun shines on us (yes, in January), we’ve got a great crop of news for you out of Portugal this year. New tax breaks for those renting out properties have been announced – good news for investors! Average house prices are continuing their steady rise, while the word on the ground is that a deal is set to be sealed on Montijo Airport next week. Also next week, the Foreign Minister will announce his plans for a no-deal Brexit.Read more...
Your 10-step guide to retiring in Ireland
Retirement in Ireland offers affordable homes, cultured cities, welcoming people and gorgeous landscapes. What more could you ask for? Plus, it’s within the Common Travel Area so no major Brexit worries! Follow our ten steps to your Irish retirement.Read more...
News update: ‘Gladiator’ home for sale on Property Guide’s portal
If that avenue of cypress trees in the picture below looks familiar, it’s because this is a house with a special connection. Remember Maximus from Gladiator‘s home? Well, this is it – and it’s up for sale on our portal! And if you’re not entertained by that, we’ve got a bumper week of further good news, including guarantees to protect British citizens’ rights from the Italian government, strong house price growth and new Your Overseas Home dates announced for this year.Read more...