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Retiring to Greece
Do you have questions about retiring to Greece after Brexit? You’ll be glad to know that it is still possible and plenty of British people are in the process of doing it. Here we walk you through how to retire to Greece, from getting a visa to understanding your...
Simple steps to buying property in Greece
Do you have questions about buying property in Greece after Brexit? In this simple guide, we outline the entire property buying process, including mortgages, getting your visa and how to avoid the common pitfalls.
Applying for a visa to live in Spain
Do I need a visa for Spain as a non-EU citizen? British people moving to Spain since Brexit are now classed as 'third-country nationals' just like the many Americans and other non-EU nationals who make this wonderful country their long-term home. So if you want to...
Renting out your property in Portugal
In this guide, we present a selection of important tips around renting out your property in Portugal, whether an under-used holiday home or a pure investment vehicle.
While doing so can bring in a reliable stream of income, it’s crucial to remember that letting out a property is, essentially, running a business. It comes with a range of legal obligations and professional responsibilities.
The short-term rental sector is tightly regulated in Portugal. Falling foul of its rules and regulations could see your home costing you money rather than earning you money. These tips will help you to avoid the pitfalls.
Buying property in Portugal: your viewing trip
A viewing trip is the most exciting stage in the journey towards buying a property in Portugal. But taking some time to properly plan your viewing trip is essential and will pay dividends in the end. It helps you to get the most out of your viewing trip to Portugal and will ensure you avoid wasting precious time looking around areas and properties that don’t appeal to you.
Here we suggest 10 tips to ensure your viewing trip to Portugal is pleasurable, productive and legally watertight.
Where – and how – to move to Spain with your children
There is a lot to consider when moving to Spain, and even more so if you are moving there with children. What are the schools like? Is this area safe? What will the kids do on the weekends? To get you started, we give you a rundown on the Spanish education system,...