This week see’s the release of this year’s most anticipated film, Skyfall, apparently the best Bond film ever made. Those with an eagle eye will immediately spot that the chosen location for a number of scenes is the Turkish capital, Istanbul. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company On top of this, Taken 2, [...]
With Halloween upon us once again, it's a timely reminder to consider lifestyle and cultural factors as part of your overseas property buying experience. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company There are plenty of things beyond the physical and geographical qualities of a property to consider that will play a considerable part in your [...]
Smart Currency Exchange answers a frequently asked question about how owners of overseas property can save money when paying for a foreign currency mortgage. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Each month the mortgage payment on my Portuguese property is a fixed €850. I’m currently transferring money from my UK Sterling account to my [...]
The magical ingredients of guaranteed sunshine, easy access to sandy beaches and friendly communities, all of which are unaffected by Portugal’s economic problems, are attracting British house-hunters back to the Algarve. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company And today’s buyers have a huge selection of discounted properties to choose from. Proof of the [...]
Overseas buyers casting their eye over a property in France, either as a second home or to emigrate to, can come across some unfamiliar terminology when it comes to property styles. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Here, we take a look at the most common types of property – some more familiar than [...]
Those who feel most at home behind a computer could soon find the draw of Canada too much to resist. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Although Canada is already widely recognised as a global leader in the science and technology industries, the nation is keen to maintain this status by offering enticing opportunities [...]
Homebuyers in Florida tempted to skimp on paying for a “home inspection” do so at their peril – there is a reason they are recommended, even for new properties. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company According to the Florida Association of Realtors (FAR) – the state’s trade body for realtors - many homebuyers [...]
When you buy an overseas property or emigrate, it’s likely you’ll need to send money from your sterling bank account in the UK to a foreign currency account – typically your own, a lawyer’s or a relative’s. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company You could ask your bank to make the transfer, or do [...]
Moving abroad can be a scary, emotional and exciting time of your life. Whether you’re temporarily moving abroad or permanently leaving the UK, it can be difficult to organise everything. Article written by Bishop's Move Arranging what to take with you, informing every one of your plans, and selecting a removal date will only be [...]
The Balearic island of Ibiza has always been one of the most fashionable places in Europe to live or own a second home and today continues to attract a steady stream of famous buyers. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company FC Barcelona’s Cesc Fabregas recently became the island’s latest celebrity homeowner, joining a [...]