Global markets have started 2016 on the back foot and our Chancellor has warned of a ‘dangerous cocktail’ of economic risks for the UK. Here are five key considerations for Brits planning a foreign property purchase this year. EU Referendum The prospect of an EU Referendum – and the chances of a possible ‘Brexit’ – [...]
If 2016 is the year you’ve decided to buy in Spain, you’ll need to head out there to view properties. Meet one couple who found their Spanish home during their first viewing trip, organised after a visit to a UK property expo… Holidays will be especially enjoyable for Phil and Sandra Jones this year, thanks [...]
Every year, expats take part in a variety of local New Year’s Eve celebrations. Here are some of the quirky traditions they’re likely to encounter in European destinations… Article written by The Overseas Guides Company France Known as La Saint-Sylvestre, New Year’s Eve is an occasion for indulging in gastronomic treats, typically Champagne, oysters and [...]
Skiers with a nose for a good deal might be tempted by the favourable buying conditions in the French Alps right now. Here are five resorts worth a visit in your search for a ski home… Article written by The Overseas Guides Company A strong Pound and very low interest rates on euro mortgages, combined [...]
Pensions and property were in the spotlight at the Government’s Autumn Statement in November, a reminder that estate planning should be a priority if you’re planning to retire abroad. Here are five key tips to come off the back of the Budget Be sure of your pension entitlements. The recent and on-going changes to the [...]
Nearly half a century after its launch, Spain’s La Manga Club has lost none of the shine that made it one of Europe’s most desirable second home destinations. These five points help explain why… - As Spain’s flagship sports and leisure resort, highlights of the 1,400-acre La Manga Club today include: three championship golf courses, [...]
You’re far from alone in your search for an overseas home, according to stats just out from OverseasGuidesCompany.com, which show a huge hike in interest in buying property abroad in 2015. We take a closer look… It would appear the UK’s craving for a place in the sun is well and truly back. Enquiries about [...]
Preparation for a smooth foreign property purchase should include speaking to a currency transfer firm before you head off on a viewing trip. Here’s how doing just that helped one British couple who recently bought in Spain… Opening an account with Smart Currency Exchange before viewing Spanish property meant Gary Carr-Smith could make a quick [...]
With reduced house prices, favourable exchange rates and low interest on mortgages, France’s property market continues to offer irresistible conditions for overseas buyers. But where are the hottest property locations for luxury real estate in France and the best up-and-coming areas for investment? Frances Marcellin spoke to luxury buyer’s agent Home Hunts to find out. [...]
Not for the first time, Spain has been identified as the healthiest place to live in Europe, thanks largely to its celebrated lifestyle and climate. Read on to find out more… Recent research by the World Health Organisation shows that the Spanish nation enjoys the best health and life expectancy of any country in Europe. [...]