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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.
USA or Canada: where should you move?
English-speaking, check. Buzzing modern cities, check. Dramatic natural landscapes and access to the ultimate outdoors lifestyle, check. The North American continent certainly has the wow factor for foreign relocators. But should you pick Uncle Sam or The Great White North? Here are some differences between the USA and Canada to help you choose between the two.Read more...
Spain’s summer news round-up
From a change to the temporary residency rule to a new British mayor in Mallorca, here is a round-up of the latest news from Spain. Not least of all, the snap General Election to be held on Sunday, July 23rd.Read more...
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...
France’s property market: summer update
After a reasonable start to the year, predictions from many estate agents and notaries for the French property market are finally starting to come true, with demand starting to even out and price rises moderating, following record sales figures post Covid.Read more...
“It’s like having your own Van Gogh hanging outside the window”
A business relationship forged in the tension and excitement of a live TV news studio has taken a more relaxed turn. Friends and colleagues Sian and Sarah bought a flat in Arles together. But buying a new build off-plan, and with the finances reliant on rentals, how can they ensure that their investment in rental property in Arles remains a good news story?Read more...
Airbnb in Portugal: News and tips on letting your home
The subject of Airbnb in Portugal is both controversial and a matter of fierce debate.Read more...
An expat’s guide to food shopping in Italy
Food and culture are intertwined in Italy, and food shopping can be as enjoyable as a trip to the beach. Prices on many items have risen, especially on things that are transported from other places. However, if you shop around and buy local produce you are assured the best quality, flavours and freshness.Read more...
Orihuela: the Costa Blanca town where one in eight residents are British
Orihuela, Mijas and Calvià are the three places in the Spain with the highest proportion of British residents living there. Discover if it would suit you to call them home too.Read more...
The Irish islands that will pay you up to €84,000 to live there
If you’ve ever felt like dropping everything and starting afresh somewhere new, now may be the time to do so as the Irish government is offering generous cash incentives to those willing to move to its rural islands.Read more...
Average house price in Italy cheaper than Spain and Portugal
It’s been a while since our last property market update and there’s been significant changes in the residential sector in Italy, especially regarding house prices in Italy.Read more...
Could buying off-plan in Greece work for you?
Overseas buyers are increasingly purchasing off-plan properties. Find out what makes them such an attractive prospect and see some excellent examples from our property portal.Read more...