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A summer Portugal property market update
Many of the trends that currently dominate the property sector are felt on a global scale. The Portuguese property market is certainly exhibiting symptoms that will seem familiar to people in the UK and even as far afield as the US and China.Read more...
‘Bling’ or budget? The eastern Algarve
Easy to reach all year, a little less hectic in summer and with more affordable property, no wonder so many of us are looking for our dream home and lifestyle in the eastern Algarve. And while some parts of the world can feel just too posh and others a little rough around the edges, this area welcomes buyers at every budget.Read more...
News round-up: Property sector booms in Portugal
We’ve got plenty of stats coming out in an otherwise slow month here in Portugal. Construction’s booming, but tourist numbers are down – here’s the low-down.Read more...
Moving with children to Portugal
Moving with your children to Portugal could be the best thing you ever do as a family. It’s a serious life change with plenty of planning involved. But as you’ll know if you know Portugal, this is a warm, healthy, hard-working country that loves children. This article will help you understand the reality of moving with children to Portugal and help you make the right decisions.Read more...
Quick guide to taxes in Portugal
If you’re used to the cost of living in the UK, local taxes in Portugal will come as a pleasant surprise. These taxes are one of many expenses that are considerably lower in Portugal than elsewhere.Read more...
Golden visas, citizen’s card and more: latest news from Portugal
Browse the latest news from Portugal, where an award winning tourism industry and golden visa opportunities are catching the attention of property buyers.Read more...
Car ownership and driving in Portugal
Driving in Portugal, some other British drivers will tell you, is not for the faint of heart. A saying you often hear in Portugal is that the locals never hurry unless they’re behind the wheel of a car. In our experience, however, it’s fine once you’re used to it! This article covers everything from the legal practicalities of taking your own car there, to taking the Portuguese driving test.Read more...
News roundup from Portugal
With summer in full swing and World Cup fever sweeping across the land thanks to Cristiano Ronaldo’s heroics, let’s find out the latest news from Portugal.Read more...
5 reasons to love living in Portugal
People living in Portugal often post lots of photos of their local towns and beaches on Instagram and Facebook. Imagine living somewhere where day-to-day life is as visually inspiring as being on holiday!Read more...
How to renovate a property in Portugal
A property renovation in Portugal is an awfully tempting prospect. A quick browse through property listings for the country reveals an enormous selection of potential projects. These span ruins, places that only need cosmetic attention, and homes with exciting expansion options. But before you sign anything, check out our guide to renovating homes in Portugal, from costs per metre to planning rules. We’ve included a couple of potential Portuguse renovation projects too.Read more...
Latest news from Portugal
From rising property prices to the annual Sir Cliff Richard singalong, there’s plenty going on in Portugal as we head into June.Read more...
