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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.
Property buyers flock to Portugal from US and UK
Despite the end of most incentives, including tax breaks and the golden visas for property, there’s no stopping international buyers in Portugal. But what’s the continued appeal of Portugal for international retirees and holiday homebuyers? And where and what are they buying?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...
Property price growth slows in Northern Ireland
After what seems like an age of increasing property prices, the luck of the Irish is back as home prices are now seeing a ‘gradual slowdown’ across Ireland.Read more...
Spain general election 2023: results, markets and currency
Spain’s recent snap general election has resulted in a deadlock. We look at the impact that this has had on markets in Spain. Plus, how to protect your own budget in Spain in times of political uncertainty.Read more...
Europe’s largest casino, the City of Dreams resort, opens in Cyprus
A groundbreaking resort featuring Europe’s largest casino and a host of other world-class facilities has just opened in Limassol. Akin to something you might find in Dubai or Vegas, this stunning development will add to the experience of local homeowners and help boost both Cyprus’s economy and international profile as a premium, year-round destination. We take a closer look…Read more...
Canada welcomes digital nomads
Currently, you can be a remote worker in Canada on a visitor visa. But the Canadian government have plans to make the country an even more attractive place for digital nomads. And if you work in tech, they are particularly keen to have you.Read more...