Richard Way, Author at USA Property Guides

Richard Way

Richard Way has been an influential and independent voice on all aspects of buying overseas property for over 15 years. He was editor of A Place In The Sun magazine, has edited books on buying in Spain, is a regular on the panel at Your Overseas Home, has appeared on the BBC and helped the Foreign and Commonwealth Office on expat matters. Richard is a property owner on the Costa Brava, Spain, and in Puglia.

Could you retire to Florida’s Gulf coast?

Exhausted from the family holidays in Orlando but still pining to spend time in Florida? It could be time to explore the Sunshine State’s Gulf coastline and snap up a holiday home to enjoy in your golden years.

Top tips for buying safely in Florida

Decided 2024 is the year to snap up your own Sunshine State vacation home? To set you off on the right foot, we highlight five potential hazards for foreign buyers new to the quirks of Florida’s real estate market. We know – it’s hard not to be distracted by the state’s thrilling leisure attractions and theme parks, not to mention the stunning beaches! But stay focused during your search for a property and you should be guaranteed endless fun for years to come.

Will 2024 be the opportune year to get on the US property ladder?

High interest rates and a depleted housing stock have kept activity low but prices high across the pond. Foreign buyers have been thin on the ground too. But as we approach the end of 2023, signs point to a likely shift in the US property market next year. We look at the headline data!

How to secure a home loan in Florida

When buying property in Florida, you can soften the effects of the exchange rate by purchasing with a mortgage. Purchasing from a British owner could also help your case. We take a closer look and highlight some pointers for helping you to secure a home loan.

Florida property market update, summer 2019

The Sunshine State’s success as a tourist destination is breaking yet more records. It’s all good news for Florida’s property market in summer 2019 too. Refreshingly detached from the Brexit saga and enjoying booming levels of tourism, Florida is an exciting place to be property-hunting right now. If you’ve always been tempted by a Disney home, here’s why 2019 is the time to make it happen!