Make real progress on buying your home overseas in just one day at the Your Overseas Home virtual event on Saturday 21st March 2026 – with live answers, local experts and zero travel faff.
Dreaming of a home in Spain, France, Portugal, Greece, Italy or Cyprus? The YOH Virtual Event is your fast track to real progress. In one inspiring day, you’ll save time and avoid costly mistakes. Meet vetted experts, get clear answers and explore live listings – all for free and without leaving the house!
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Why this event is the smartest first step
Buying abroad is exciting, but it’s easy to waste months on conflicting advice or listings that vanish by the time you enquire. At the UK’s biggest online property event, you skip the faff and go straight to reliable guidance. You’ll speak to vetted specialists who work daily in your chosen country and understand what British buyers worry about – from title deeds in Cyprus to rental rules in Spain. In just one session, you can make more progress than you would after a week of browsing.
What you’ll experience on the day
Clear, jargon-free answers
Panels and short talks demystify the buying process step by step so you know what to do and when. Expect practical explanations on choosing an area, legal checks, finance, taxes and timings.
Country-by-country insight
Drop into sessions for Spain, France, Portugal, Greece, Italy and Cyprus. You’ll hear what’s realistic for your budget, which areas suit year-round living and where’s best for rental potential.
Thousands of properties to explore
Browse a curated selection of homes on the market now, from lock-and-leave apartments near the beach to villas with space for visiting family. It’s the fastest way to turn your wish-list into real options.
One-to-one appointments
Book private chats with lawyers, estate agents and currency experts who will look at your situation and give tailored guidance. You’ll leave with a personal action plan, not a pile of notes.
Live Q&A
Ask the questions you can’t find straight answers to online. You’ll get honest, plain-English responses so you can avoid common pitfalls and stay on the right side of local rules.
Who you’ll meet
Local lawyers who explain the checks your solicitor should complete, what your contract must include and how to protect your deposit.
Experienced estate agents who compare locations, explain price patterns and show you homes that match how you want to live – not just your bedroom count.
Financial experts who show how to fix your exchange rate, ring-fence your budget in sterling and move funds safely for completion.
Relocation specialists who cover schools, removals and settling-in essentials such as utilities and internet.
The practical wins you’ll take away
- Location clarity – a realistic sense of which towns suit your lifestyle, budget and plans for rental or retirement.
- Process confidence – the whole roadmap laid out clearly – from viewing trips to completion day, with what documents you’ll need and how to avoid common hiccups.
- Time saved – instead of piecing together advice across forums, you’ll get it all in one place, in one day, without spending a penny on travel or parking.
- An action plan – with names, next steps and appointments in the diary, you’ll be ready to move from dreaming to doing.
How to make the most of it
Jot down your non-negotiables before you log in – budget, travel time to the nearest airport, terrace or garden, walking distance to amenities etc. Keep an open mind on location; many buyers discover an area they hadn’t considered that fits them better than the “obvious” hotspot. And book your one-to-ones early – they go fast.
Ready to take the next step
This is your shortcut to clear, reliable advice with people you can trust. If you’re serious about investing overseas – easy holidays with the grandchildren, wintering somewhere warmer or building a fruitful rental strategy – the YOH Virtual Event is where to find everything you need to make it happen.
Summary
In one free online event you’ll meet trusted experts for Spain, France, Portugal, Greece, Italy and Cyprus. You’ll get straight answers on legal steps, visas, finance and locations, browse thousands of current listings and book tailored one-to-ones. It’s your fastest, safest way to turn a long-held dream into a practical plan.
FAQs about buying a home overseas
For many UK buyers, yes – as long as you do your homework. Buying overseas can give you better weather, a change of pace and a place you’ll actually use, rather than just dream about. The key is understanding the local buying process, costs and rules before you commit. That’s why speaking to country-specific experts early on can save you time, stress and expensive mistakes.
Yes, although the type and level of tax depend on the country and how you use the property. Most buyers pay purchase taxes and ongoing local property taxes, and you may also have to declare the property to HMRC. If you rent it out or sell later, income tax or capital gains tax could apply. Getting advice from a local tax expert is essential so there are no surprises.
UK citizens can buy property in most countries popular with overseas buyers, including Spain, France, Portugal, Greece, Italy and Cyprus. Each country has its own rules around residency, visas and buying rights, especially since Brexit, but outright bans are rare. The important thing is to check the current requirements for your chosen country before you start viewing.
