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Reduced VAT rates for homes in Cyprus
On Thursday 29th July the plenary session of the Cyprus Parliament passed a law allowing for a 5% reduction in the VAT rate on the first 130 square metres of homes in Cyprus.Read more...
Could you buy your EU rights for the price of a weekly coffee?
For any Britons worried that Brexit will affect their right to live and work in the EU, a report in The Times newspaper at the weekend will have offered reassurance. Under new plans being discussed by the European Parliament, you might be able to pay just £2.50 per week to retain your rightsRead more...
Uncle Sam is getting a taste for French property
Property agents in France are expecting a rise in enquiries from Americans, spurred into investing in Europe by the result of the recent election.Read more...
Has Boris upset the Italians, with his Prosecco comment?
Boris Johnson was in the Italian news this week due to a comment referring to Prosecco sales in Britain.Read more...
After Brexit and Trump, Italy prepares for critical vote
Italy goes to the polls on Sunday 4th December for a referendum on constitutional reform. That may not sound the most exciting bit of news, but if the vote goes against the government then the long-term effects on Italy’s place in the European Union could be far-reachingRead more...
“Brexit budgets” make Lanzarote a popular choice
With buyers hit by the falling pound looking for slightly cheaper winter sun options, the Canary Islands are seeing a rush of interest. The most popular choice is Lanzarote, says Richard Way, offering winter sun, easy access and affordable property.Read more...
Five ways to access British TV in Portugal
A dark cloud spread over British expats in Portugal back on 5th February 2014 – and it was nothing to do with the weather. British TV was switched off! Fortunately there are ways around the problemRead more...
Making your Portugal home feel like home
If you’re considering an expat life in Portugal, is keeping a property at “home” the best of both worlds or should you throw everything into a full-time life abroad? Our writer from Portugal explainsRead more...
How to eat like a Roman
The way to an Italian’s heart is through his stomach. By exploring gastronomy in Italy you will learn about the local way of life and be seduced by the flavours and tastes from the Romans at Pompeii to the Sagra Festivals todayRead more...
Help! My dream Italian home comes with 400 olive trees
Have you found your dream home in Italy, but are concerned about looking after the land and olive trees that come with it? Don’t be put off, says our Italian writer Julia, even an inexperienced Brit shouldn’t do them too much damageRead more...
Spain’s new PM to make peace with Britain over Gibraltar?
As Mariano Rajoy takes over as Spanish Prime Minister again, a prominent sacking could signal behind the scenes deal-making over British residents’ post-Brexit rights. But what will Britain give in return?Read more...