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Portugal State Budget 2024: what you need to know
The Portugal state budget for 2024 is currently working its way through parliament. Nothing is yet finalised, and it’s important to note that it’s far from unusual for amendments to make their way into the final legislation. However, with the full text of the budget available to the public, it’s already possible to gain a sense of what’s in store.Read more...
Spain news update: skills shortage as employers search for tradespeople
Good news if you’re moving to Spain with a skill: the country’s suffering from a shortage of tradespeople. Employers are in real need of people who can take up these posts. In other news, inheritance laws could become less strict in the future, compulsory speed limits may come into force for new cars and a city in Galicia is swapping zebras for cows.Read more...
What should I know about renting out property in Greece?
Now that you have bought your home in the sun, the chances are that you might want to use it as a holiday let, either full time, or when you are not using it yourself. This is easy as long as you do everything correctly from the beginning – any shortcuts or omissions may result in problems in the future. Here’s what you need to know about renting out property in Greece.Read more...
New flights to Greece and better airports
More passengers, bigger airports and new routes – 2018 is turning into a busy year for air travel in Greece. It all reflects the country’s healthy tourist industry. It’s also a useful indicator of where to buy a home there. We take a closer look at recent developments, including new flights to Greece.Read more...
How to get an Irish passport (and your EU rights)
Since it was announced in June 2016 that the UK will be leaving the EU, record numbers of British people have applied for Irish passports. All you need for Irish citizenship is for a grandparent to have been born in Ireland. This will guarantee your right to freedom of movement within the EU whatever happens with Brexit. But how easy is it in practice to get an Irish passport?Read more...
Italian property market update, Autumn 2018
This is a great time of year to view property in Italy. There are some real bargains on flights and accommodation, and temperatures are comfortable for getting about, averaging 22°C in October. Occasional downpours have begun to turn the scorched earth of summer green again. Across Italy you’ll see farmers preparing their land ready for olive picking and a host of lovely properties await you to pick your dream home. This your Italian property market update for autumn.Read more...
What are the rules on renting out your property in Australia?
If you’re an Australia permanent resident and property-owner, you might be considering buying an investment property to rent out (or even letting your own). With yields ranging from 3.3% to 5.8% in the country’s major cities, there’s a real potential to get strong returns on renting out your property in Australia. As with many legalities, there are slight differences between various states and territories. Today, we’re covering the main areas you need to know, no matter where you are in Australia. Find out about tenancy types, rent regulation, lease agreements and more.Read more...
Renting out your property in Portugal
Renting out your property in Portugal could not only make owning a holiday home affordable, but make a tidy profit too. Portugal is attracting ever-more tourists and the season gets longer each year. But how can you do it legally and what taxes will you pay? This article explains the practicalities.Read more...
Renting out your New Zealand property
How can you rent out a property in New Zealand? With prices rising again, excellent rental yields and the chance to allow relatives visiting from the UK to use the property, buying a rental property can make sense. This article explains why, how and what you’ll probably pay, and earn, from a New Zealand rental property.Read more...
Portugal news update: domestic tourists boost holiday letting demand
You may spot some common themes last and this week in your Portugal news update: sun, golf, and a strong economy. We’re still enjoying temps in the 30s out here as the Portugal Masters draws to a close. Also this week, figures are showing that the Portuguese holiday rental sector is doing better than we thought, as the ‘staycation’ grows in popularity among locals.Read more...
What are the best ways to quickly learn French for expats moving to France?
Ready to make the leap and start your new French adventure? You’ve probably already checked a hundred things off your list – finances, legalities and registration, taxes, maybe removals… However, you might have missed one of the key bits of settling in France: starting to learn French as soon as possible.Read more...