Market conditions at home and in Europe fired up cravings for a house abroad in 2013

Interest in purchasing overseas property surged in the UK during 2013, according to the latest Overseas Guides Company Quarterly Index, which saw overall enquiries for the year increase 33 percent compared to 2012, with growth driven by key European destinations. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Italy and Portugal were the star performers in [...]

By |2014-03-07T10:14:48+01:00February 27th, 2014|Articles|

Five Valentine’s hot spots for the perfect love nest

Red roses, chocolates and a candle-lit dinner – thanks to Valentine’s Day, we’re all encouraged to reveal our romantic side at least once a year. But imagine having a love-nest somewhere exciting that you could visit with your partner and share cosy bottles of wine or pretty sunsets as often as you liked… Article written [...]

By |2014-02-07T16:43:21+01:00February 5th, 2014|Articles|

Anastasiades wins election in Cyprus

At long last Cyprus has elected a new President! Nicos Anastasiades, DISY Party representative, was victorious on Sunday over left-wing candidate Stavros Malas, winning 57.5 per cent of the vote. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company His victory was secured last night following on from an inconclusive first round which was held on February [...]

By |2013-02-25T12:08:30+01:00February 25th, 2013|Articles|

“Should I take my car with me to Cyprus?”

Lucie Robson of the CyprusBuyingGuide.com helps readers with their questions about buying and living in Cyprus. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company If you have a question that you would like to ask, drop her an email at Cyprus@overseasguidescompany.com. “Hi Lucie. I hope you can help me. I am torn between leaving my beloved [...]

By |2012-10-19T17:37:14+01:00October 21st, 2012|Articles|

A few pointers when buying property in Cyprus

Cyprus is a wonderful place to move to. What with the lovely weather, the lower cost of living and a more family orientated way of life, it’s easy to see why people decide to up sticks and move to the island. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company When making such an important, life-changing decision, [...]

By |2012-10-05T09:57:58+01:00September 29th, 2012|Articles|

“€1,000 on bank fees? Not a chance!”

British couple Ruth and Lionel Mew saved nearly €1,000 just in fees by using a currency transfer specialist rather than their bank to repatriate money to the UK. When the Mews, from Chester, recently sold their home in Cyprus, they needed to send the €200,000 proceeds from their Cypriot bank to their UK bank, exchanging [...]

By |2012-07-12T13:33:48+01:00July 1st, 2012|Articles|

Fines for non-registered expat workers in Cyprus

Brits moving to Cyprus only need to register with the immigration department upon arrival there if they intend to take up employment, a leading law firm on the island has confirmed. A&G Kouzali Law Firm recently had many emails asking if it is mandatory for EU citizens to register with the immigration department upon their [...]

By |2012-06-25T10:52:55+01:00June 27th, 2012|Articles|