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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.
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...
The news the British in Spain have been waiting for
Keeping EU citizenship after Brexit is vital for a large number of British people, while the UK government proposes to continue paying for healthcare and pensions. More police patrols in popular holiday places and new rules for renting out apartments in Madrid.Read more...
Macron and Philippe promise 12 major reforms
President Macron’s new Prime Minister, Edouard Philippe, has outlined their administration’s key priorities, saying they will give France back “its confidence, courage and conquering spirit”.Read more...
Overseas buyers still prefer Spain
Affordable prices, cheap flights and a warm climate ensure Spain remains the number one choice for overseas property buyers.Read more...
Buying a holiday home – 10 sensible reasons to be spontaneous
The UK schools are breaking up for the summer holidays this weekend. So as thousands of families head off to the sun, here we offer ten reasons why it can make good sense to come back with the deeds to a holiday home in your luggage (or at least, to have done some of the legwork and made a good start).Read more...
Britons speed up French buying plans to beat Brexit
The latest figure reveal that British property buyers are rushing to buy in France before Brexit becomes a reality.Read more...
High-speed train travel in France
Jump on a train to your French home and you’ll enjoy a more relaxing experience as you take in the diverse landscape, and a rapid journey thanks to two new high-speed TGV routes.Read more...
Buying property in Spain: five top tips
Anyone buying a property in Spain should understand the market conditions and regulations before buying property there. Getting a team of professionals to support you, and being smart when it comes to exchanging and transferring currency will save you money.Read more...
Bargain homes and mortgages keep Brits buying
A year after the Brexit vote and despite doom-mongers’ predictions, nearly a third of all foreign property sales in France are made by British buyers.Read more...
Taking your dog to Italy
A diplomatic incident was avoided this week when the (great) Danes allowed an Italian chef to take his Argentinian mastiff, named Iceberg, back to Italy after more than a third of a million Italians pleaded for his life. Confused? Thankfully the rules about taking your dog to Italy are a little simpler to follow, reports our dog-friendly writer in Italy, Julia.Read more...
Property boom gives councils a billion euros
Portugal’s councils are enjoying a tax windfall in 2017, thanks to a strong property market and plenty of overseas investment.Read more...