How to buy at Porta de Mar

Buying any home is daunting. But when it’s in another country, legal and financial system the challenges mount. Let’s break it down and make it simple… If you’ve ever thought “I’d love to buy in Spain, but I’m not sure how it all works,” you’re not alone. It’s one of...

Can I stay longer than 90 days? Visa solutions for buyers in Spain

For British, US and other non-EU citizens, to live in Spain full time you need a visa. The good new: they’re fairly easy to obtain, and we can help. If you’ve been dreaming of long, leisurely stays at your future home in Spain, you’ve probably bumped into the 90-day...

Where to buy property in Tuscany in 2025: province-by-province

It’s Italy most evocative and dreamy region, and lives up to the hype. But in which of Tuscany’s 10 provinces should you buy your home? We check out where to buy a property in Tuscany Tuscany. Even the name conjures up imagery of golden hills beneath a...

Finding affordable property in Italy

Italy might conjure images of rolling vineyards, Renaissance cities and sun-soaked beaches – and yes, all of that’s true. But what many overseas buyers don’t realise is that property in Italy is still astonishingly affordable – especially if you know where to...

The notary’s role in buying property in Italy

Buying a home in Italy is an exciting step, but to many international buyers the legal process can seem confusing when it’s quite different from what you’d expect in the UK, US or elsewhere. In particular, what is a notary in Italy and what part do they...