Ground-breaking new rules that give flexibility to how you use your pension pot kick in this month. We look at the implications for anyone moving or buying property abroad From 6th April, thousands of Brits will have newfound freedom to use their pension pot to fund an overseas property purchase or relocation, however experts are [...]
For many Brits, buying and moving abroad in 2015 will depend on the sale of their UK home. Expat Alexis Goldberg of France Buying Guide, who has been through the relocation process, offers some guidance on selling up and kick starting your new life in the sun Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Selling [...]
Turkish beach resorts offer great value property with an affordable, vibrant lifestyle. But there’s more to Turkey than beachside homes – if you prefer more peaceful surroundings, head inland a few miles for a more laid-back way of life… Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Mountainside villages within a short drive of the beach [...]
Planning your first viewing trip to Spain? Don’t be surprised if you board your return flight with a signed contract for a new home. It happens frequently, and we meet one couple who did just that in the Costa Blanca. Retirees make up a large portion of Brits buying in Spain, with the Costa Blanca [...]
Sterling is strong, euro mortgages are cheap and house prices in Europe are low – if you live in the North West and are in the market for a holiday home abroad, head to the A Place in the Sun Live! exhibition in Manchester and find out just how much you could benefit from these [...]
British expats in the Eurozone receiving a UK pension will be celebrating the weakening euro, as life in the Mediterranean sunshine gets that little bit cheaper. For retirees considering a move abroad, here’s a glimpse at three hot spots to consider at your future home… The current GBP/EUR rate makes a number of locations across [...]
Looking for a place abroad that stands out from the crowd? We’ve found properties in Spain, France and Italy that take the term ‘character home’ to a new level. You never know, one just might take your fancy… Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Not everyone wants a villa or apartment that looks like [...]
Most British homeowners in Spain opt for a pad near the beach on one of the Costas – and who can blame them. But it’s a big country, and look a bit closer and you’ll find just about every style of home and setting you could wish for. An apartment on the beach, a villa [...]
Brits buying property in the Eurozone have seen their buying power rocket since the start of the year, thanks to the euro losing value against sterling. Here’s an overview of what’s been happening and how to make the most of it… Article written by Smart Currency Exchange The exchange rate for UK buyers in Europe [...]
Nestled between Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and Albania, Montenegro is home to a relatively small population of around 700,000. The country has rapidly grown into one of the most popular destinations for holidaymakers and property buyers alike.