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Why expats love ITRIA VALLEY

Tucked away in the heel of Italy’s boot, Puglia is a seductively bucolic region that includes Itria Valley – an area oozing character that is popular with foreign homeowners. Read our five-point snapshot to find out if your perfect property might be waiting for you there… Trullo for sale in Martina Franca Location [...]

By |2019-09-10T13:20:57+01:00September 10th, 2019|Articles|

Save the date: The Luxury Property Show is back!

One of the most hotly anticipated events in the luxury real estate calendar returns to Olympia London on 31st October to 1st November: The Luxury Property Show. Visitors will have the chance to discover some of the world’s top properties in the most exclusive locations. And, under the new ownership of the Smart Group, the [...]

By |2019-08-29T13:01:07+01:00August 29th, 2019|Articles|

Homes that go annexe’tra mile!

Keen for your new place in the sun to have independent living space for visiting friends and family, or somewhere for elderly parents to cohabit alongside you? For vacant periods, you could even let your extra accommodation to holidaymakers. Here are some ideas and a pick of exciting properties that offer just that… Villa [...]

By |2019-08-21T08:56:32+01:00August 21st, 2019|Articles|

Take the stress out of currency transfers!

Brits buying in the US or Europe right now won’t need reminding of what the exchange rate is doing, with the pound hovering at two-year lows against the dollar and euro. Here are five tips to help today’s buyers get the most from their currency transfers… Tempted by a villa in Spain's Costa Blanca? [...]

By |2019-08-15T09:26:34+01:00August 15th, 2019|Articles|

Tips for your overseas retirement home

Is your plan to enjoy your golden years abroad, kicking back in the Mediterranean sunshine? If so, here are some practical considerations to help you choose a suitable retirement home… - Location is key. If you’re tempted by the panoramic views of an isolated cliff-top villa or the rural tranquillity of a secluded farmhouse, do [...]

By |2019-08-06T13:19:10+01:00August 6th, 2019|Articles|

Enjoy the vine-r things in life!

It’s certainly the weather for enjoying a chilled glass of wine... So, here’s a pick of European destinations that combine quality local plonk and exciting holiday homes – some you may not be expecting! Three-bed villa in the Costa Brava Spain – Empordà Rioja might produce the UK’s favourite Spanish wine but it [...]

By |2019-07-30T09:56:11+01:00July 30th, 2019|Articles|

Take me to the prom!

A stroll along the promenade, or ‘paseo marítimo’, is one of the many joys that come with living in the Spanish Costas. The choice is endless, but here’s a pick of resorts with a prom perfect for enjoying Spain's fantastic lifestyle… New apartments in central Estepona Estepona, Costa del Sol Family-friendly and with [...]

By |2019-07-17T11:02:41+01:00July 17th, 2019|Articles|

Anyone for tennis?

In a nod to this month’s 2019 Wimbledon Championships, we serve up a selection of our favourite overseas homes with a tennis court. Prepare to be aced… Lot et Garonne home with tennis court France You don’t need to be a millionaire to have a pretty detached house with a tennis court in [...]

By |2019-07-08T16:20:32+01:00July 8th, 2019|Articles|

Who are today’s typical buyers in Spain?

Planning a property purchase in Spain but still not sure where, what or how to buy? Valuable insight from a new survey, based on responses by Brits hunting for a Spanish home, could help you decide… Great value Costa Blanca villa A recent survey by buying resource Property Guides highlights the key traits [...]

By |2019-06-24T14:06:29+01:00June 24th, 2019|Articles|