Portugal property news
Browse the latest Portugal property news here at Portugal Property Guides. You can stay up to date with the latest developments as you plan on buying a property in Portugal. We cover a range of news topics, from house price trends to new laws and regulations, so you don’t need to look anywhere else for the most up to date news on the property market in Portugal.
Portugal State Budget 2024: what you need to know
The Portugal state budget for 2024 is currently working its way through parliament. Nothing is yet finalised, and it’s important to note that it’s far from unusual for amendments to make their way into the final legislation. However, with the full text of the budget available to the public, it’s already possible to gain a sense of what’s in store.Read more...
News update: Promenade development makes progress and golden visas lead investment
I wrote this time last month that Portugal’s property market is booming and that’s certainly showing no signs of slowing down. The golden visas programme continues apace, attracting more and more investment into the country. Likewise, we’re seeing more results of the building boom, with luxury developments in Lisbon nearing completion. Plus, lest you think the Algarve’s just for holidays, an innovative solar facility’s opened near Martim Longo.Read more...
What is winter in Portugal like?
Winter in Portugal is vastly different to spending time here during the peak summer months. For some, however, winter is when the country’s slow pace-of-life and mild climate is in the most perfect alignment.Read more...
Renting out your property in Portugal
Letting your Portuguese property could not only make owning a holiday home affordable, but make a tidy profit too. But how can you do it legally and what taxes will you pay? We explore the practicalities.Read more...
Portugal news update: domestic tourists boost holiday letting demand
You may spot some common themes last and this week in your Portugal news update: sun, golf, and a strong economy. We’re still enjoying temps in the 30s out here as the Portugal Masters draws to a close. Also this week, figures are showing that the Portuguese holiday rental sector is doing better than we thought, as the ‘staycation’ grows in popularity among locals.Read more...
How to get residency in Portugal
Getting official residency in Portugal is something you must think about if you intend to stay long term. This article explains all the details, quirks and possible frustrations you might encounter.Read more...
Portugal heading for Europe’s biggest property price rise
There’s plenty going on here in the Algarve and Portugal at large this week. Reports are suggesting that we’re in for the highest increase in house prices in Europe – so it’s really imperative that buyers get ahead of that curve. We’re continuing to bask in sunshine, with temperatures remaining around 29°C right through this month. Plus, we’re seeing more investment coming in down here on the coast – a new airline route between Portimão and Bragança is becoming more and more popular. Here’s your news update from Portugal.Read more...
‘Bling’ or budget? The eastern Algarve
Easy to reach all year, a little less hectic in summer and with more affordable property, no wonder so many of us are looking for our dream home and lifestyle in the eastern Algarve. And while some parts of the world can feel just too posh and others a little rough around the edges, this area welcomes buyers at every budget.Read more...
News round-up: Property sector booms in Portugal
We’ve got plenty of stats coming out in an otherwise slow month here in Portugal. Construction’s booming, but tourist numbers are down – here’s the low-down.Read more...
Moving with children to Portugal
Moving with your children to Portugal could be the best thing you ever do as a family. It’s a serious life change with plenty of planning involved. But as you’ll know if you know Portugal, this is a warm, healthy, hard-working country that loves children. This article will help you understand the reality of moving with children to Portugal and help you make the right decisions.Read more...
Quick guide to taxes in Portugal
If you’re used to the cost of living in the UK, local taxes in Portugal will come as a pleasant surprise. These taxes are one of many expenses that are considerably lower in Portugal than elsewhere.Read more...
