In 2009 we moved into the Brittany Groundhouse, a major step in an ongoing journey and a quest to design, build and live in a truly ecological luxury house. Article written by Daren Howarth - Owner of the Brittany Groundhouse We also wanted to make sure we built within a sensible budget. The results have [...]
Using a specialist currency firm to transfer their savings from the UK gave James and Val London peace of mind and saved them money when they moved to France. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Since retiring to their French village property in the central department of Indre two years ago, British couple the [...]
Cycling champ Bradley Wiggins headed to the Spanish island of Mallorca to unwind after his recent successes in the Olympics and Tour de France and rumour has it now could be tempted by a home there. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company 'Wiggo' recently described the Mallorcan resort of Puerto Pollensa as a home [...]
Need finance when buying abroad? Despite the ongoing financial crisis in the Eurozone, getting an overseas mortgage in Europe’s most popular overseas destinations is still possible – so long as you meet certain conditions. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Here overseas mortgage specialist Viva Costa International gives an example of typical mortgages currently [...]
Although New Zealand natives seem very eager to leave, a growing number of British expats are helping to replace the dwindling population. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Figures released this week show that almost 40,000 Kiwis departed the country for life in Australia in June, the same as in April. This is the [...]
Most of us would be happy spending up to £80,000 on a smart apartment somewhere sunny abroad but did you know the same money could buy you a desirable detached property in either Florida or Spain’s Murcia region? Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Today’s distressed market conditions have led to exceptional deals in [...]
Summer time is here at last! Now before you get all carried away fantasising about a relaxed drive down to the south of France, with the wind in your hair there is one obstacle that you should prepare yourself for – traffic! Article written by The Overseas Guides Company In the few weeks of August, [...]
Deciding to move abroad is an undeniably big step and the decision to do so is not one that should be taken lightly. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company You need to consider whether it is the right thing for you and your family, whether it is financially viable, whether your life will improve [...]
It’s not hard to notice how the temperatures have risen this year in Cyprus we have seen over 45% degrees saying it has been hot is an understatement and that’s just a start! Article written by A&G Kouzali Law Office via Marriott Property Investments Each year the temperatures are going to rise and each year [...]
According to statistics published by the Australian Bureau of Statistics this week, Australia’s eight cities have experienced the first increase in house prices since the final quarter of 2010. Property prices have risen by 0.5 per cent when compared with the first quarter of 2012. The statistics show that the biggest price increases were in [...]