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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...
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...
Look further afield for a dose of winter sun this year
Try and think outside the box when booking your winter break. Swap Benidorm for Barbados or Torrevieja for ThailandRead more...
Could you live in a “tiny home”?
The trend of tiny homes is becoming popular as housing prices in many markets become unaffordable and people strive to live a more sustainable lifestyle. They can work for expats and holiday homers tooRead more...
Paris for property hunters and romantics
The sun seems to be rising for Paris as an investment destination. It’s quite a nice place just to hang out too.Read more...
How will the US property market be affected by Trump’s election triumph?
The USA Property Guide examines how the US property market is expected to react as a result of the election.Read more...
Bonfire night in Spain, not for the faint-hearted!
In Spain you can enjoy Bonfire Night in a warmer setting. The festival of San Juan in June is celebrated with fire, water, medicinal herbs and plenty to eat and drink.Read more...
Spain is off-season heaven, but don’t rely on Ryanair!
You won’t be restricted to visiting your holiday home in the summer months. The availability of off-season, low-cost flights to Spain has meant you can take a much needed break whenever it suits you.Read more...
Will President Trump stop me buying in the USA?
If you have been planning to buy a property in the USA or considering emigrating there, what might the presidency of President-elect Trump mean for you?Read more...
Culture and countryside gives France that je ne sais quoi
The culture and lifestyle are the biggest draws for British buyers in France, says estate agency seeing post-Brexit sales going upRead more...
Property owners set to take tax hit
Like many left-wing governments, Portugal is finding that being anti-austerity is popular at the ballot box but trickier to get past Brussels. Are property owners going to be targeted?Read more...