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The Canary Islands: the perfect property spot for year-round sun

The Canary Islands tourism authority claims the islands have the ‘best climate in the world’ – and it is hard to dispute. They get an average of 21°C year-round, and over 2,800 hours of sunshine a year. That’s over 1,400 more than the UK! You can see why this area is so popular with expats, especially when you add in the island lifestyle: easy access to the beaches and sea and plenty of fascinating towns and villages within a short drive wherever you are.

Spain’s affordable and liveable smaller cities

Spain’s smaller cities scattered throughout the peninsula, offer a more tranquil, “liveable” lifestyle than some of the costas and bigger cities. The properties are usually more affordable too. Read our guide to seven liveable and loveable, and slightly smaller cities.

Can I still let my Spanish home to tourists?

Many of us plan to help pay for our property in Spain via the new “sharing economy” of online sites like Airbnb and HomeAway. New rules are making this more difficult, but in the end it should be good for Spain’s tourist economy and all property owners.

Barcelona’s building boom

One of the hippest destinations in Europe, Barcelona has smart new properties shooting up in the outskirts and older properties being renovated in the historic centre. The building boom offers plenty of choice for a city bolt-hole just two hours from Britain

Monthly Property Update

While the usual blingy hotspots are showing price rises, much of the Spanish coast is still waiting for the property boom to start. Sounds like a great time to buy a property for lifestyle and long-term profit